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# News

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<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/new-ocean-tech-hub-takes-shape-at-nyhavna>

## [New ocean tech hub takes shape at Nyhavna](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/new-ocean-tech-hub-takes-shape-at-nyhavna)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 30, 2026, 1:59:26 PM

**At Nyhavna, Nyhavna Utvikling is making flexible office and workshop space available to ocean...**

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/new-ocean-tech-hub-takes-shape-at-nyhavna)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/major-commercial-milestone-reached-as-first-virtual-cable-ferry-system-is-deployed-in-åland>

## [Major commercial milestone reached as first Virtual Cable Ferry System is deployed in Åland](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/major-commercial-milestone-reached-as-first-virtual-cable-ferry-system-is-deployed-in-åland)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 29, 2026, 8:21:36 AM

Zeabuz’ Virtual Cable Ferry system is officially installed and in operation onboard the Simskäla...

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/major-commercial-milestone-reached-as-first-virtual-cable-ferry-system-is-deployed-in-åland)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/acua-ocean-and-forssea-robotics-demonstrate-remote-subsea-operations-from-an-uncrewed-vessel>

## [ACUA Ocean and Forssea Robotics demonstrate remote subsea operations from an uncrewed vessel](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/acua-ocean-and-forssea-robotics-demonstrate-remote-subsea-operations-from-an-uncrewed-vessel)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 28, 2026, 5:06:33 PM

Successful trials in Plymouth show how the combination of an uncrewed surface vessel and a...

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/acua-ocean-and-forssea-robotics-demonstrate-remote-subsea-operations-from-an-uncrewed-vessel)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/omnes-capital-invests-in-maritime-robotics-to-scale-european-dual-use-sea-drone-platform>

## [Omnes Capital invests in Maritime Robotics to scale European dual-use sea drone platform](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/omnes-capital-invests-in-maritime-robotics-to-scale-european-dual-use-sea-drone-platform)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 28, 2026, 4:27:39 PM

**Paris/Trondheim: Omnes Capital, a leading European investor in private equity and infrastructure,...**

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/omnes-capital-invests-in-maritime-robotics-to-scale-european-dual-use-sea-drone-platform)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/from-nato-dialogue-to-live-demonstrations-international-delegations-look-to-trondheim>

## [From NATO dialogue to live demonstrations: International delegations look to Trondheim](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/from-nato-dialogue-to-live-demonstrations-international-delegations-look-to-trondheim)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 25, 2026, 12:45:10 PM

Autonomous vessels, underwater sensors and dual-use technologies took centre stage as international...

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<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/telia-becomes-a-core-partner-in-testination>

## [Telia becomes a core partner in Testination](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/telia-becomes-a-core-partner-in-testination)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 25, 2026, 10:40:29 AM

**Telia is becoming a core partner in Testination, bringing expertise and solutions in secure and...**

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<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ntnu-buys-superdrone>

## [NTNU buys “superdrone”](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ntnu-buys-superdrone)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 24, 2026, 4:19:11 PM

Live Oftedal/NTNU

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/ntnu-buys-superdrone)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/squarehead-technology-wins-blue-maritime-innovation-award-2026>

## [Squarehead Technology wins Blue Maritime Innovation Award 2026](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/squarehead-technology-wins-blue-maritime-innovation-award-2026)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 17, 2026, 9:17:15 PM

**Squarehead Technology has been named the winner of the Blue Maritime Innovation Award 2026,...**

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/squarehead-technology-wins-blue-maritime-innovation-award-2026)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/as-machines-become-smarter-humans-become-more-important>

## [As Machines Become Smarter, Humans Become More Important](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/as-machines-become-smarter-humans-become-more-important)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 15, 2026, 3:52:17 PM

**What can Norwegian research on autonomy and human-machine interaction teach the defence sector?**

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/as-machines-become-smarter-humans-become-more-important)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/unplugged-strengthens-subsea-wireless-power-and-autonomy-capabilities>

## [Unplugged strengthens subsea wireless power and autonomy capabilities](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/unplugged-strengthens-subsea-wireless-power-and-autonomy-capabilities)

Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Sep 14, 2026, 2:32:06 PM

Ocean Autonomy Cluster has welcomed [Unplugged](https://www.unplugged.no/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) as a new member company. The Kristiansand-based...

[CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/unplugged-strengthens-subsea-wireless-power-and-autonomy-capabilities)

## On the same subject

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/breach-vr-reality-is-cross-platform>

### [Breach VR: Reality is cross-platform](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/breach-vr-reality-is-cross-platform)

[Aida Refvik Angell](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/aida-refvik-angell)

[VR](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tag/vr), [Breach VR](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tag/breach-vr)

<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/the-ocean-space-incubator-will-strengthen-norways-position-in-ocean-space-technology>

### [The Ocean Space Incubator in Trøndelag: Will strengthen Norway’s position in ocean space technology](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/the-ocean-space-incubator-will-strengthen-norways-position-in-ocean-space-technology)

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<https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/autonomimiljoet-i-midt-norge-far-stotte-til-millionprosjekt>

### [Autonomimiljøet i Midt-Norge får støtte til millionprosjekt](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/autonomimiljoet-i-midt-norge-far-stotte-til-millionprosjekt)

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  "articleBody" : "Paris/Trondheim: Omnes Capital, a leading European investor in private equity and infrastructure, just announced an investment in Maritime Robotics, a pioneer and market leader in autonomous maritime systems. The investment forms part of a funding round alongside new growth partner Mustard Seed + Partners (MS+PARTNERS) and existing backers including EnvisionTech, Nysnø Climate Investment, and Umoe, together with the company’s founders, employees, and early supporters. The capital will enable Maritime Robotics to expand its production capacity, accelerate international commercialization, and scale its dual-use autonomous sea drone systems to meet surging global demand across both civil and defense sectors. Addressing critical ocean infrastructure challenges The ocean covers more than 70% of the Earth's surface and is central to global security, trade, energy infrastructure, and climate monitoring. However, traditional crewed operations face rising operational costs, safety hazards, and efficiency constraints. Purpose-built autonomous sea drones provide a persistent, cost-efficient, and lower-emission alternative. They deliver critical operations at scale—spanning offshore energy maintenance, hydrographic surveying, environmental monitoring, and maritime domain awareness and protection. Moving from innovation to global scale Having successfully delivered hundreds of autonomous systems, Maritime Robotics has built one of Europe’s most credible maritime autonomy franchises, proven across civil and defense missions in extreme operational environments. The company has transitioned from early-stage adoption to fleet-level deployments for tier-one industrial and defense clients worldwide. With a track record in dual-use applications and a clear defense and security roadmap, Maritime Robotics is positioned at the center of European maritime security, domain awareness, and ocean sustainability. ”Partnering with Omnes Capital marks a pivotal moment as we accelerate our international expansion. Across both commercial and defense markets, autonomous systems are transitioning from pilot projects to core operational assets. Omnes Capital’s deep European footprint and track record in scaling technology and infrastructure leaders make them an ideal partner. This investment enables us to scale our production capacity and strengthen our position as a primary European provider of uncrewed maritime systems.” - Vegard Evjen Hovstein, Co-Founder &amp; CEO of Maritime Robotics ”Maritime Robotics has built one of Europe’s most credible maritime autonomy franchises, tested across civil and defence missions in extreme operational environments. That dual-use track record, combined with a clear defence and security roadmap, positions the company to become a reference for European maritime domain awareness and protection. We have been impressed by Vegard and his team, and we are proud to support them as they build a European leader in uncrewed maritime systems.” - Fabien Collangettes, partner of Omnes Capital Media contacts: Maritime Robotics AS Vegard Evjen Hovstein, Co-Founder &amp; CEO Email: vegard@maritimerobotics.com Location: Trondheim, Norway Omnes Capital Estelle Eonnet, Head of Communications Email: estelle.eonnet@omnescapital.com Location: Paris, France Maritime Robotics Since 2005, Maritime Robotics has been at the forefront of maritime autonomy, pioneering the development of advanced sea drones and autonomous maritime systems. At the core of its offering is a market-leading autonomous navigation platform enabling robust and reliable sea drone operations across mission-critical applications, serving dual-use customers globally. For more information, visit www.maritimerobotics.com Omnes Capital Omnes Capital is a leading European investor in infrastructure and private equity. With €6.7 billion in assets under management, the firm invests across energy transition infrastructure, digital infrastructure, venture capital &amp; growth, and co-investment strategies. Headquartered in Paris, with offices in Zurich, Brussels, and Munich, Omnes has been investing for over 25 years to build high-performing businesses across Europe, delivering long-term value to its clients. For more information, visit www.omnescapital.com",
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Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Norwegian technology attracts international attention For many of the international visitors, the demonstrations provided a valuable opportunity to experience the technologies firsthand. “We have spent the last few days indoors listening to presentations and meeting interesting stakeholders. Today gives us the opportunity to see the solutions in action and engage with companies in a more informal environment,” says Johan Verbeek Wolthuys of the German-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce. The German delegation included INFODAS GmbH, Constellr GmbH, Auterion GmbH and TYTAN Technologies GmbH, all of which participated in the Defence Conference, the German-Norwegian Defence Dialogue and the Demo Day. According to Wolthuys, the goal is to strengthen cooperation between Norwegian and German industry, research institutions and public authorities. “We brought together representatives from both defence ministries, procurement agencies and industry to discuss how we can achieve closer practical cooperation. This year’s discussions focused on topics such as unmanned systems, European resilience and lessons learned from Ukraine,” he says. Johan Verbeek Wolthuys of the German-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Strong potential for future cooperation Among the visitors was Karola Höfener, Defence Cooperation Attaché at the German Embassy in Oslo. Before joining the embassy, she was responsible for German capability planning for underwater and unmanned systems. “My role is to understand what capabilities are available in Norway and identify future cooperation opportunities. That is why it is extremely valuable to come here and see these technologies in action,” she says. Karola Höfener, Defence Cooperation Attaché at the German Embassy in Oslo. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Höfener believes that Norway and Germany face many of the same challenges and that rapid technology adoption is becoming increasingly important. “We need to test new equipment together with soldiers to make it operational as quickly as possible. The technology has to work, but it must also be easy to use. It is encouraging to see solutions that combine advanced capabilities with practical usability.” She sees significant opportunities for future collaboration. “I see considerable potential here, particularly in maritime technologies and maritime domain awareness. These are experiences and insights I will bring back with me.” Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Virginia Beach looks to Trondheim for inspiration A delegation from Virginia Beach, on the US East Coast, also participated in the programme. The region is home to the world’s largest naval base, extensive maritime industries and a growing ecosystem for defence and autonomous technologies. “We see many similarities between the ecosystem in Virginia Beach and what is happening in Trondheim. At the same time, there are tremendous opportunities for cooperation and mutual learning,” says Paige Fox of Virginia Beach Economic Development. Paige Fox of Virginia Beach Economic Development. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Cooperation between Virginia Beach, Ocean Autonomy Cluster and NORDSEC began earlier this year and has already led to delegation visits, webinars and business meetings on both sides of the Atlantic. The relationship-building started even before the Defence Conference itself. The American delegation participated in “Bobler og sodd på tunet” at Storflor Gård, hosted by KPMG, where representatives from industry, technology and defence communities gathered in an informal setting. “We have been genuinely impressed by both the people and the ecosystem we have encountered here. Everyone has been incredibly welcoming, and there is a real spirit of collaboration. One of the highlights of the visit was ‘Bobler og sodd på tunet’ at Storflor Gård. It is a beautiful venue and a fantastic example of how informal settings can bring people together and spark meaningful conversations. The event created a unique atmosphere where industry, defence and technology representatives could connect in a very natural way. That openness and willingness to collaborate is something that truly stands out in Trondheim,” says Fox. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Dominique DeBose highlights the personal connections established during the visit as equally important as the business opportunities. “I had a great time and met a bunch of wonderful people. The technology and innovation are impressive, but what really stands out is the people. The connections we've made here are just as important as the technologies we've seen, and I believe those relationships will lead to future cooperation,” says DeBose. According to the delegation, the combination of professional conference sessions and informal networking opportunities has been one of the highlights of the visit. Dominique DeBose, representative of Virginia Beach Economic Development. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Seeing the technology firsthand During the Demo Day, visitors were able to observe technologies developed by companies such as Blueye Robotics, Maritime Robotics, Zeabuz, Clarify, Eelume and Water Linked. For the American delegation, seeing the systems in operation added a new dimension to conversations that had started during the conference. “We met many of these companies during the Defence Conference, but now we're actually seeing the technology being demonstrated. It gives us a much better understanding of the breadth of capabilities and what these companies can accomplish,” says Fox. The delegation believes several Norwegian companies have strong potential within the US maritime and defence markets. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Building bridges between markets A recurring theme throughout both the conference and the Demo Day was how emerging technology companies can connect more effectively with international markets and defence programmes. For Wolthuys, creating opportunities for such connections is essential. “Many companies are interested in becoming active in the other country. Networks, contacts and market knowledge are critical. 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  "articleBody" : "Telia is becoming a core partner in Testination, bringing expertise and solutions in secure and advanced communications technology to the ecosystem. The partnership strengthens the offering available to companies developing and scaling new technology, from the seabed to space. Testination is part of the Fremtidens Industri ecosystem and provides an arena for the development, testing and demonstration of new technology. By providing access to test areas, infrastructure, expertise and relevant partners, Testination aims to make it easier for companies to move from technology development to testing, demonstration and scaling. For members of Ocean Autonomy Cluster and NORDSEC Nordic Defence and Security Cluster, Testination is a practical resource that enables companies to test technology and develop new solutions in collaboration with relevant industry players. Testing of autonomy at Frostabåten with NTNU and SINTEF in Trondheim winther 2026. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Testing technology together with customers As a core partner, Telia brings both existing and innovative communications solutions to the ecosystem. These include 5G Standalone, private 5G networks, tactical 5G networks and solutions for operational technology (OT). “We want to build new things and challenge the way things are done today. Testination gives us a very good arena for testing new technology together with those who need the technology, and for developing new value propositions and solutions,” says Henning Huuse of Telia. For Telia, the partnership is also about getting closer to technology communities and understanding emerging needs. “It is important for us to understand what the market needs and stay close to those working on development. It is also important to be able to test the technology together with potential and existing customers,” Huuse says. Telia wants to establish an active partnership in Testination, where technology can be developed in close interaction with the companies that will use it. “We want to have an active partnership, not just be a supporting member. If we can scale this and establish even more concrete collaborations, that is very interesting to us,” Huuse says. Espen Frydenlund and Henning Huuse, Telia. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri We have a challenger mentality at Telia, and we love being challenged right back by our customers. Customer-driven innovation is what works best. And the people here are genuinely out to transform an entire industry at sea – those are the communities we want to work with, Espen Frydenlund says. See also: The critical role of 5G in future of autonomous maritime transport From 5G to secure communications solutions Telia already has extensive experience with 5G and advanced communications solutions in Trondheim and elsewhere in Norway. The company has, among other things, delivered 5G to Fjord1’s ferry route between Lavik and Oppedal, where communications are an important part of the infrastructure supporting the development of autonomous ferry operations. Telia has also worked with NTNU and other technology communities on 5G and NTNU's Shore Control Lab. These activities demonstrate how advanced mobile communications can form part of the infrastructure for remote control, autonomy and data-intensive maritime operations, Espen Frydenlund says. In the defence sector, Telia has in recent years developed solutions for secure and robust connectivity based on 5G. These include portable base stations for extending coverage, tactical 5G networks for closed networks, and a dedicated slice in Telia’s national mobile network that provides the Norwegian Armed Forces with dedicated capacity. “We have worked with the Norwegian Armed Forces for many years, and over the past few years we have had a development project exploring the possibilities offered by 5G networks. We have developed various solutions for secure and robust connectivity, and the Norwegian Armed Forces selected 5G as its primary platform two years ago,” Huuse says. Vegard Saur, manager of Testination. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: Telia tests 5G-powered autonomous vessels (Telia.no) Trondheim as a technology hub Telia has a long history of working with technology communities in Trondheim, including NTNU and SINTEF. The company has also been an early adopter of testing new communications technology in the region. “There is no doubt that Trondheim has one of Norway’s leading technology communities. We have been working in the Trondheim region for a long time, and establishing closer cooperation with the innovation community here is a natural continuation of that,” Huuse says. For Testination, connecting technology providers, research communities and companies developing new products and services is a key part of the ecosystem. “Telia brings both existing and innovative communications solutions to the table. This enables us to offer and further develop our services for technology companies developing and scaling technology from the seabed to space,” says Vegard Saur, head of Testination. 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  "articleBody" : "Live Oftedal/NTNU The new drone is considered the world’s best autonomous underwater vehicle and can be used both to improve our understanding of the ocean and to strengthen defence capabilities. NTNU will contribute to the further development of the drone. At the Nordic Defence and Security Conference, a group including the Minister of Defence and NTNU’s Rector announced that the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre is acquiring a HUGIN 6000 from Kongsberg. Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik highlighted that Norway is at its best where conditions are salty, wet and cold, and pointed to the critical infrastructure in deep waters that is essential both to Norway’s export revenues and Europe’s energy security. “Norway is a world leader in maritime research and ocean autonomy. HUGIN is the result of long-term technological collaboration between the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment and Kongsberg. It is a good example of a Norwegian high-tech success story. Dual-use technology strengthens our defence capabilities. When civilian and military technology development work together, we build national expertise that can accelerate development and innovation,” said Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik. The HUGIN drone can dive to a depth of 6,000 metres, enabling it to cover all Norwegian territorial waters. It can map between two and four square kilometres of seabed per hour, has a very high-resolution camera and can operate for three days without recharging its batteries. Expanding research opportunities “With HUGIN, our research communities will gain access to an advanced underwater drone that offers tremendous opportunities to explore and better understand the ocean. The Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre is important for Norway’s ability to maintain its position as a high-tech maritime nation. For us as a leading university, the acquisition of HUGIN is also an important part of advancing autonomous vessels, which also are important for protecting oil and gas pipelines as well as internet and power cables,” said Rector Tor Grande. The HUGIN will become part of the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre’s growing fleet of ocean research equipment. Arne Rinnan, EVP and CTO at Kongsberg, explained that HUGIN was developed in collaboration with the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment 35 years ago. “HUGIN is the autonomous underwater robot that can travel far and deep, and that you can expect to return when it has completed its mission. Its reliability, robustness and ability to observe objects on the seabed and in the water column are unmatched,” said Rinnan. He said that Kongsberg is looking forward to many years of collaboration with NTNU. “I am pleased that researchers at the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre will contribute to the further development of this technology. This will probably be the largest investment in the Fjordlab part of the centre,” said the Minister of Defence. The Norwegian Defence Research Establishment’s (FFI) HUGIN before a mission in Lake Mjøsa. Next year, NTNU may use its own HUGIN to map Lake Mjøsa. Photo: Merete Nyheim / NTNU NTNU’s underwater drones have been used for everything from locating bombs and grenades from the Second World War and mapping climate conditions in the Barents Sea to repairing a cable in the Baltic Sea after it was sabotaged. The opportunities for research and development are now being expanded. – The goal is to develop the technology and autonomy of tomorrow. And at the same time also giving researchers the opportunity to collect ocean data of a quality that provides new insights into the processes shaping the ocean, said Martin Ludvigsen. He works as Professor at the Department of Marine Technology and Project Manager for the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre – Fjordlab. He will lead the development of NTNU’s HUGIN platform together with a larger team. – The HUGIN drone is an incredible platform for collaboration, where researchers from different parts of NTNU can work together, said Grande, highlighting security, biology, monitoring and the Arctic. Wide range of applications Autonomous and uncrewed vehicles above and below the sea surface will increasingly operate without expensive support vessels. They will also increasingly collaborate with one another to carry out missions. Underwater vehicles will remain submerged for longer periods and perform missions from beneath the surface. – NTNU is at the forefront of education, research and innovation in technologies and methods for the remote operation of autonomous vehicles, from the ocean to outer space. This benefits ocean management and value creation in industries such as offshore oil and gas, offshore wind, fisheries, aquaculture and shipping, and increasingly also security and emergency preparedness, said Asgeir J. Sørensen, Professor at the Department of Marine Technology. He highlighted that the investment in HUGIN and the collaboration with Kongsberg represent a significant boost to capacity building that will strengthen Norway’s national capabilities and presence in Norwegian waters. Climate insights and defence NTNU’s HUGIN will also be used to collect data for natural and social science research. “The HUGIN platform is the most effective tool we have for improving our understanding of what is happening underwater. NTNU’s current equipment takes two to three days to map the same area that a HUGIN can cover in one hour,” said Martin Ludvigsen. NTNU’s marine robotics research community is already involved in a number of major research projects in Norway and internationally. It is also involved in several research project applications. This is HUGIN 6000 NTNU’s HUGIN will be an important part of Norway’s largest research project, Arctic Ocean 2050. It will also play a role in an application for a Centre of Excellence focusing on the development of autonomy. In addition, it will be used in a Centre for Emerging Technologies, as well as in Norwegian and European defence research. Researchers and technicians at NTNU have previously helped other researchers investigate marine life off Hawaii and beneath the polar ice at the North Pole. Previous missions Underwater robots from this research community have been used to map Lake Mjøsa in close collaboration with archaeologists from the NTNU University Museum together with the Norwegian Mapping Authority. They have also been used to map cold-water coral reefs in the Trondheimsfjord and to patrol gas pipelines off Melkøya. Read more about NTNU’s autonomous inspection of a subsea gas pipeline This spring, the research community assisted the Oslo police in recovering Norwegian resistance fighters who had been executed and dumped into the sea in wooden crates by German forces during the Second World War. The operation was carried out in close collaboration with the crew of NTNU’s research vessel Gunnerus. – NTNU is the leading university in the world working with drone development and research in this way, with technologists collaborating across disciplines with natural scientists, archaeologists and security experts. When we work with relevant platforms such as HUGIN, we move closer to the research frontier and to different areas of application. A small number of research institutes are doing the same, said Martin Ludvigsen. 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  "articleBody" : "What can Norwegian research on autonomy and human-machine interaction teach the defence sector? Artificial intelligence and autonomous systems are changing the way modern military operations are planned and conducted. The war in Ukraine has demonstrated how rapidly unmanned aerial systems, maritime drones, advanced sensors and AI-supported decision-making tools have become integrated into military operations. At the same time, NATO countries are investing heavily in new capabilities based on artificial intelligence and autonomy. These technologies offer the potential for faster decision-making, improved situational awareness and more precise use of military capabilities. But they also raise a fundamental question: As machines become increasingly intelligent, how do we ensure that humans retain meaningful control? “In complex systems, control is not something we assume, it is something we must actively design.” — Stig Ole Johnsen, NTNU This question is at the heart of the Norwegian research project MIDAS – Humans in Future Ocean Space Operations, and of the book Safety by Design: Human-Centered Approaches to AI, Automation, and Remote Operations. Edited by Frøy Birte Bjørneseth, Stig Ole Johnsen, Ole Andreas Alsos, Vidar Hepsø and Gunhild Birgitte Sætren, the book brings together research and practical experience on human-centred approaches to AI, automation and remote operations across safety-critical sectors. [1] The article draws on research, findings and practical experience from the Norwegian MIDAS project and Safety by Design: Human-Centered Approaches to AI, Automation, and Remote Operations, with particular emphasis on the implications for defence. Key themes include meaningful human control, human factors, system design and the interaction between people, technology and organisation. Although MIDAS is rooted in ocean operations, the book draws on experience from several safety-critical sectors. Many of the challenges are therefore equally relevant to defence Scale model of a Remote Operation Centre (ROC), from a master's thesis in autonomy at NTNU Shore Control Lab. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset. Autonomy is not about removing humans One of the most important lessons from research into autonomous and remotely operated systems is that autonomy should not be understood as a way of removing humans from the system. Stig Ole Johnsen's research specifically addresses how Meaningful Human Control can be engineered into digitalisation, automation, AI and remote operations. His work emphasises that human control needs to be deliberately incorporated into the design of complex systems rather than simply assumed to exist because a human remains formally responsible. “Autonomous and remotely operated maritime systems will not become safe simply by removing people from the bridge or the control loop. They become safer when we understand the work operators actually have to perform, design the technology around that work, and ensure that people can build situation awareness and intervene when conditions change.” — Stig Ole Johnsen, NTNU This is closely connected to the concept of Meaningful Human Control. Simply having a human formally “in the loop” does not necessarily mean that the human has effective control. The operator must have sufficient understanding of what the system is doing, access to relevant and timely information, the authority to make decisions and the ability to intervene when necessary. NATO's work on Human Systems Integration for Meaningful Human Control over AI-based systems addresses these issues at the system level. [2] This has important implications for defence procurement. Human Factors Engineering, task analysis, user involvement, prototyping, simulation and continuous learning cannot be treated as activities that are added after the technology has been developed. They need to be incorporated from the beginning. Testing autonomous technology on the electric hydrofoil Candela P-12, known as Frostabåten, in Trondheim. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset. The lesson from KNM Helge Ingstad The collision involving the frigate KNM Helge Ingstad in 2018 provides a powerful Norwegian example of why technology, people and organisation must be understood as one system. Research by Ole Andreas Alsos, Stig Ole Johnsen and Frøy Birte Bjørneseth addresses human, technical and organisational factors in accident analysis and safety-critical systems. Their work is part of the broader research presented in Safety by Design. For Bjørneseth, the lesson from accident investigations is clear: “When we investigate serious incidents, we often see that attention is focused on the person who made a mistake. But humans always operate within a system. If the system is poorly designed, the likelihood of errors increases.” — Frøy Birte Bjørneseth, NTNU Bjørneseth's research focuses on Human Factors, human-machine interfaces, ergonomics, user experience, operational management and safety in autonomous and maritime systems. The broader lesson is consistent with the central argument of Safety by Design: in safety-critical systems, human performance cannot be separated from the technical and organisational context in which people operate. [1] For autonomous military systems, this interaction becomes even more important. A technically sophisticated system can still fail to deliver its intended operational effect if information is difficult to interpret, interfaces are poorly designed, responsibilities are unclear or operators cannot intervene effectively. KNM Helge Ingstad. Photo: Jakob Østheim/Forsvaret. Ukraine shows why humans still matter The war in Ukraine provides an extraordinary real-world laboratory for the development and deployment of autonomous and semi-autonomous technologies. Drones, sensors, satellite data and AI-supported analysis are being integrated into military operations at unprecedented speed. But the experience from Ukraine also demonstrates that technology alone does not determine military effectiveness. Humans remain responsible for understanding the operational context, assessing uncertainty and making decisions involving tactical, legal and ethical considerations. The physical distance between an operator and the battlefield may increase, while the cognitive demands on the operator can become greater. The same principle applies to autonomous maritime operations: the more responsibility is delegated to a system, the more important it becomes to understand what the system can and cannot be expected to do Demonstration of Ukrainian drone technology in Trøndelag. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset. The technology may not be the hardest part There is a tendency to view AI adoption primarily as a technology challenge. Research suggests that this can be misleading. The MIT NANDA report The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025 examined the gap between experimentation with generative AI and measurable organisational value, highlighting challenges related to implementation, workflow integration and organisational adaptation. [3] For defence, the consequences of poor integration can be particularly serious. The issue is not simply whether an AI system works technically, but whether it works in the operational environment in which it is intended to be used. This is where the Human Factors perspective becomes particularly important. Bjørneseth's research covers Human Factors, human-machine interaction, usability, ergonomics, operational environments and safety in autonomous systems. [1] AI adoption should therefore begin with the mission and the tasks that people need to perform. What decisions have to be made? What information is required? Where is uncertainty greatest? What happens when communication fails? What happens when information is incomplete, misleading or deliberately manipulated? These questions are as important as the technical performance of the AI model itself. NASAMS: designing around the operator A Norwegian example can be found in the development of the next-generation Fire Distribution Centre for the Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, NASAMS. The system has been developed around the tasks operators need to perform under extreme time pressure. User involvement, observation, task analysis, prototyping and testing have been important elements of the development process. The result illustrates a fundamental principle of human-centred design: advanced technology does not necessarily have to mean greater complexity for the user. This approach is consistent with the principles of human-centred design described in ISO 9241-210:2019, which provides requirements and recommendations for human-centred design principles and activities throughout the life cycle of interactive systems. [4] Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, NASAMS. Photo: Ole Andreas Vekve/Forsvaret. A Norwegian opportunity Norway has several advantages in this field. The country combines a strong defence industry with substantial research expertise in autonomy, Human Factors and human-machine interaction, as well as decades of experience with safety-critical maritime operations. There are also relatively short distances between users, industry, research institutions and government. This creates an opportunity to develop and test new approaches in close cooperation with the people who will ultimately use the technology. User involvement should extend from the definition of the problem through prototyping, exercises, acquisition and implementation – and continue as an integral part of operational learning. This is consistent with both the human-centred design principles of ISO 9241-210 and NATO's approach to Meaningful Human Control across the system lifecycle. [2][4] The war in Ukraine reinforces the value of this approach. Technologies are developed, deployed, tested and modified at extraordinary speed. The ability to establish short learning loops between operational experience, users, researchers and industry can therefore become a strategic advantage. Nyhavna in Trondheim seen from a Ukrainian FPV drone. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset. Humans remain the critical capability The central message from MIDAS and Safety by Design is not that autonomy should be slowed down. Quite the opposite. Autonomous and AI-based systems will become increasingly important in both civilian and military operations. [1] The question is how these systems are designed and integrated. Testing should not be limited to whether a system performs correctly under ideal conditions. Systems must also be tested under time pressure, degraded communications, incorrect or uncertain information, cyber disruption and other hostile or degraded conditions. NATO's work on Meaningful Human Control addresses human-system integration across the lifecycle, including design, testing, training and operational use. [2] ISO 9241-210:2019 provides an established framework for human-centred design, emphasising an understanding of users, tasks and environments throughout the development process. [4] For defence, this approach is particularly important because failure can have consequences far beyond inconvenience or lost productivity. It can affect operational effectiveness, situational awareness, safety and accountability. The most advanced system is therefore not necessarily the one with the highest degree of autonomy. Instead, the critical question is whether the system enables people to understand what is happening, make appropriate decisions and intervene when necessary. This is the essence of Meaningful Human Control – and it is why the human role does not disappear as autonomous systems become more capable. Johnsen's research specifically addresses how Meaningful Human Control can be engineered into digitalisation, automation, AI and remote operations. The challenge for the defence sector is therefore to combine technological development with human competence, organisational development and continuous user involvement. When machines become smarter, the human role does not disappear. It changes – and in many cases becomes more demanding. Parts of the autonomy research in the MIDAS project are conducted at NTNU Shore Control Lab in Trondheim. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset. About the book Safety by Design: Human-Centered Approaches to AI, Automation, and Remote Operations is edited by Frøy Birte Bjørneseth, Stig Ole Johnsen, Ole Andreas Alsos, Vidar Hepsø and Gunhild Birgitte Sætren. The book was published by CRC Press in 2026 as an Open Access publication. The book brings together research and practical experience on human-centred approaches to AI, automation and remote operations across several safety-critical sectors. Its central themes include Human Factors, human-centred design, automation, AI, remote operations and Meaningful Human Control. References Bjørneseth, Frøy Birte; Johnsen, Stig Ole; Alsos, Ole Andreas; Hepsø, Vidar; Sætren, Gunhild Birgitte (eds.) (2026). Safety by Design: Human-Centered Approaches to AI, Automation, and Remote Operations. CRC Press. DOI: 10.1201/9781003741824. NATO STO (2025). Human Systems Integration for Meaningful Human Control Over AI-Based Systems. NATO STO Technical Report TR-HFM-330. MIT NANDA (2025). The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025. ISO (2019). ISO 9241-210:2019 Ergonomics of human-system interaction — Part 210: Human-centred design for interactive systems.",
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