--- title: News | Tocaro Blue description: Tocaro Blue | --- [![Dark\_yellow-fill\_POS\_powbyFI](https://oceanautonomy.no/hs-fs/hubfs/Dark_yellow-fill_POS_powbyFI.png?width=350&height=49&name=Dark_yellow-fill_POS_powbyFI.png)](https://oceanautonomy.no?hsLang=en-us) - [NEWS](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/news?hsLang=en-us) - ABOUT - [CLUSTER AND TEAM](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/clusterandteam?hsLang=en-us) - [MEMBERSHIP](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/membership?hsLang=en-us) - [MEMBERS](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/members?hsLang=en-us) - PROJECTS - [Dark Drones](https://oceanautonomy.no/dark-drones?hsLang=en-us) - [FI Ocean Space Incubator](https://fi-nor.no/en/oceanspaceincubator/) - [Frostabåten](https://oceanautonomy.no/frostab%C3%A5ten?hsLang=en-us) - [Maritimt studentsenter Nyhavna](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/maritimt-studentsenter-nyhavna?hsLang=en-us) - [MIDAS - Mennesket i framtidens havromsoperasjoner](https://oceanautonomy.no/nb/project_midas?hsLang=en-us) - [MIDAS Academy](https://midas-academy.no/) - [ROC - Remote Operation Centres for next-generation maritime autonomy](https://oceanautonomy.no/project_roc-remote-operation-centres-for-next-generation-maritime-autonomy?hsLang=en-us) - [Strategisk forum Nyhavna](https://oceanautonomy.no/no-no/project-strategisk-forum-nyhavna?hsLang=en-us) - [Testination](https://testination.io/) - [XLRTR - Accelerate Dual-Use Technology for Multi-domain Operations](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/xlrtr?hsLang=en-us) - Completed projects - [AGATI - Adriatic Green Autonomous Transport Initiative](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_agati?hsLang=en-us) - [DIGIFJORD](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_digifjord?hsLang=en-us) - [FAST - Flexible Autonomous Smart Transport](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_fast?hsLang=en-us) - [FLEX FERRY](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_flexferry?hsLang=en-us) - [MATIN - The Croatia – Norway Marine Technology Innovation network](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_matin?hsLang=en-us) - [NEWS](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/news?hsLang=en-us) - ABOUT - [CLUSTER AND TEAM](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/clusterandteam?hsLang=en-us) - [MEMBERSHIP](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/membership?hsLang=en-us) - [MEMBERS](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/members?hsLang=en-us) - PROJECTS - [Dark Drones](https://oceanautonomy.no/dark-drones?hsLang=en-us) - [FI Ocean Space Incubator](https://fi-nor.no/en/oceanspaceincubator/) - [Frostabåten](https://oceanautonomy.no/frostab%C3%A5ten?hsLang=en-us) - [Maritimt studentsenter Nyhavna](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/maritimt-studentsenter-nyhavna?hsLang=en-us) - [MIDAS - Mennesket i framtidens havromsoperasjoner](https://oceanautonomy.no/nb/project_midas?hsLang=en-us) - [MIDAS Academy](https://midas-academy.no/) - [ROC - Remote Operation Centres for next-generation maritime autonomy](https://oceanautonomy.no/project_roc-remote-operation-centres-for-next-generation-maritime-autonomy?hsLang=en-us) - [Strategisk forum Nyhavna](https://oceanautonomy.no/no-no/project-strategisk-forum-nyhavna?hsLang=en-us) - [Testination](https://testination.io/) - [XLRTR - Accelerate Dual-Use Technology for Multi-domain Operations](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/xlrtr?hsLang=en-us) - Completed projects - [AGATI - Adriatic Green Autonomous Transport Initiative](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_agati?hsLang=en-us) - [DIGIFJORD](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_digifjord?hsLang=en-us) - [FAST - Flexible Autonomous Smart Transport](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_fast?hsLang=en-us) - [FLEX FERRY](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_flexferry?hsLang=en-us) - [MATIN - The Croatia – Norway Marine Technology Innovation network](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/project_matin?hsLang=en-us) [Get in touch](https://26558673.hs-sites-eu1.com/contactus?hsLang=en-us) Posts about # Tocaro Blue ## [Tocaro Blue sees strong potential for collaboration in Norway](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tocaro-blue-sees-strong-potential-for-collaboration-in-norway) Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | Jun 11, 2026, 8:37:02 AM Tocaro Blue is strengthening its European ambitions following participation in the TMA Bluetech... [CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tocaro-blue-sees-strong-potential-for-collaboration-in-norway) ## [Furuno and Tocaro Blue to Advance Radar-Based Perception for Autonomous Marine Systems](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/furuno-and-tocaro-blue-to-advance-radar-based-perception-for-autonomous-marine-systems) Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | May 20, 2026, 3:15:59 PM [Furuno USA](http://www.furunousa.com/) has announced a collaborative effort with [Tocaro Blue](http://www.tocaroblue.com/) to accelerate the development of... [CONTINUE READING](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/furuno-and-tocaro-blue-to-advance-radar-based-perception-for-autonomous-marine-systems) ## [FarSounder integrates Tocaro Blue technology to enhance marine navigation](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/farsounder-integrates-tocaro-blue-technology-to-enhance-marine-navigation) Posted by [Lars Bugge Aarset](https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset) | May 18, 2026, 12:00:00 PM US-based FarSounder has announced a new integration with Ocean Autonomy Cluster member Tocaro Blue,... 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All rights reserved. [Privacy policy](https://oceanautonomy.no/privacy-policy?hsLang=en-us) - - - ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Tocaro Blue is strengthening its European ambitions following participation in the TMA Bluetech Trade Mission Norway in Trondheim. The company is now entering new collaboration initiatives and sees strong opportunities for further partnerships within Norway’s maritime autonomy ecosystem. Andrew Rains from Tocaro Blue says the visit provided valuable insight into Norway’s maritime autonomy ecosystem and created several new opportunities for partnerships. Andrew Rains of Tocaro Blue testing underwater drone with Matt Classen from TMA Bluetech and Christian Gabrielsen from Blueye Robotics. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: FarSounder integrates Tocaro Blue technology to enhance marine navigation Trondheim as an innovation hub – Trondheim is an innovation hub. It has been very useful to see the activity here, meet the companies, and understand how the ecosystem works, Rains says. Tocaro Blue develops software for radar processing and marine electro-optical and infrared (EOIR) sensor systems. The company is particularly focused on using machine learning and sensor fusion to improve situational awareness and perception for autonomous and uncrewed vessels. Its flagship platform, ProteusCore, applies deep neural networks and vessel dynamics algorithms to transform commercial marine radar into advanced perception systems capable of real-time detection, classification, and tracking. The company has also expanded into AI-powered camera perception through its ApolloCore platform, designed to strengthen multi-sensor awareness for autonomous maritime operations. Andrew Rains, Senior Sales Director of Tocaro Blue. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: Smarter radar for autonomous operations: Tocaro Blue joins Ocean Autonomy Cluster Building partnerships in Norway During the visit, Tocaro Blue highlighted networking and knowledge exchange as key outcomes, particularly within the maritime autonomy and sensor technology ecosystem. Rains points to engagement with several Norwegian companies working across autonomy and advanced maritime systems, including Kongsberg Maritime, Maritime Robotics, Water Linked, Zeabuz and SentiSystems. – We want to establish relationships and foster the use of our software in Europe. Norway has an impressive maritime innovation environment, and we see strong opportunities for collaboration here, Rains says. The company is already involved in an ongoing collaboration project related to dark vessel detection together with several member companies in the cluster. Havoc.AI's Rampage USV running Tocaro Blue software with the Furuno radar. See also: Furuno and Tocaro Blue to Advance Radar-Based Perception for Autonomous Marine Systems Learning from the Norwegian cluster model Rains also highlights the close interaction between academia, startups, industry, and cluster organizations in Trondheim as something the company sees significant value in. – There is a lot we can learn here, especially in how clusters foster relationships and drive innovation between companies, he says. TMA BlueTech and Ocean Autonomy Cluster have both been central platforms during the visit and in Tocaro Blue’s growing engagement in Europe. Tocaro Blue joined Ocean Autonomy Cluster in 2025 to strengthen collaboration around radar intelligence, sensor fusion, and autonomous maritime operations. The company stated at the time that it wanted to connect with partners interested in joint projects, testing, and machine-learning development for autonomous systems. The company is headquartered in the southeastern United States, with test boat operations in Pensacola, Florida, and its R&D office in Birmingham, Alabama. Tocaro Blue currently has 21 employees and is aiming to further expand its European presence through partnerships in the maritime autonomy and defense sectors. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri See also: Tocaro Blue boosts marine vision with ApolloCore", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "11/06/2026", "datePublished" : "11/06/2026", "headline" : "Tocaro Blue sees strong potential for collaboration in Norway", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/TMA%20Bluetech%20Photo%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20%28162%29.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tocaro-blue-sees-strong-potential-for-collaboration-in-norway", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Furuno USA has announced a collaborative effort with Tocaro Blue to accelerate the development of next-generation Radar perception technologies for unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and advanced maritime autonomy systems. As the maritime industry moves toward greater automation and AI-driven decision-making, Radar is evolving from a traditional navigation tool into a critical data source for machine learning and situational awareness. This collaboration leverages Furuno’s proven Marine Radar sensor technology alongside Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ Radar perception software to deliver highly reliable, machine-readable data for modern autonomy stacks. Furuno Radar sensors provide crisp target separation, minimal preprocessing requirements, and flexible configuration, delivering clean, high-quality data that serves as a strong foundation for advanced perception systems. These characteristics enable Tocaro Blue’s software to make more consistent autofocus adjustments while supporting highly accurate machine-learning-based detection and classification, even in complex marine environments. See also: Tocaro Blue boosts marine vision with ApolloCore Havoc.AI's Rampage USV running Tocaro Blue software with the Furuno radar. Combining sensor performance with AI-driven perception “Radar is no longer just a display for operators; it’s a core sensor for intelligent systems,” said Matt Wood, National Sales Manager for Furuno USA. “We’re proud to support innovators like Tocaro Blue who are building the future of maritime autonomy using trusted, real-world sensor technology.” Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ platform is designed to interpret Radar returns with the precision and consistency required for autonomous operations. By combining Furuno’s high-performance Radar data with advanced AI algorithms, the collaboration helps enable safer navigation, improved object recognition, and enhanced situational awareness for both crewed and uncrewed vessels. “Furuno’s exceptional Radar data is what modern perception systems need. When coupled with the AI/ML processing in ProteusCore™, Radar returns are transformed into accurate classification and tracking data,” said John Minor, Tocaro Blue CEO. “This sensor and software combination delivers performance autonomy stacks that can be relied on in demanding conditions.” About Tocaro Blue Tocaro Blue is a US-based technology company developing AI-driven software that enhances marine sensors, particularly for autonomous and uncrewed vessels. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on transforming commercial off-the-shelf systems into advanced perception tools using machine learning. Tocaro Blue is also a member of the Ocean Autonomy Cluster, contributing to the cluster’s ecosystem of companies advancing autonomous ocean technologies. Through its work on scalable, software-defined perception systems, the company plays a role in accelerating the development of safer and more capable autonomous maritime operations. See also: Smarter radar for autonomous operations: Tocaro Blue joins Ocean Autonomy Cluster", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "20/05/2026", "datePublished" : "20/05/2026", "headline" : "Furuno and Tocaro Blue to Advance Radar-Based Perception for Autonomous Marine Systems", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/furuno-open-array-and-simrad-cropped-3.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/furuno-and-tocaro-blue-to-advance-radar-based-perception-for-autonomous-marine-systems", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "US-based FarSounder has announced a new integration with Ocean Autonomy Cluster member Tocaro Blue, combining forward-looking sonar and AI-powered Radar perception to improve situational awareness for vessel operators. The integration brings Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ software into FarSounder’s SonaSoft™ Lt navigation platform, enabling operators to combine above- and below-water awareness within a single interface. Combining sonar and AI-powered Radar perception FarSounder’s Argos Forward Looking Sonar (FLS) systems are designed to help mariners detect underwater hazards ahead of the vessel in real time. The systems provide a continuously updated 3D view of the seafloor and water column, supporting safer navigation in shallow, poorly charted, and changing environments. With the new integration, users can also access Tocaro Blue’s AI-based Radar perception capabilities through ProteusCore™. The software transforms marine Radar into an intelligent perception sensor capable of detecting, classifying, and tracking objects in complex maritime environments. According to Tocaro Blue, the system uses machine learning models trained on more than three million Radar frames to improve target detection and environmental awareness. The platform also includes Autofocus functionality, automatically adjusting Radar settings such as range and gain based on sea state and weather conditions. Enhanced situational awareness in challenging environments By combining Radar perception with forward-looking sonar, operators gain a more complete operational picture both above and below the waterline. The integrated system can support detection and classification of vessels, including non-AIS targets, while also identifying buoys, shorelines, and underwater obstacles ahead of the vessel. The companies say the solution is particularly relevant for operations in congested waterways, low-visibility conditions, and unfamiliar or uncharted areas. “FarSounder leads the industry with their Argos 3D FLS product line, and adopting ProteusCore™ is a natural fit to give mariners enhanced situational awareness,” said John Minor, CEO of Tocaro Blue. “Today’s mariners expect systems that integrate seamlessly and present critical information clearly,” said Matthew Zimmerman. “Together, ProteusCore and Argos 3D forward-looking sonar technology provide operators with unprecedented awareness when navigating in challenging marine environments.” Supporting next-generation autonomous maritime systems Tocaro Blue, a member of the Ocean Autonomy Cluster, develops machine learning-based maritime perception software focused on sensor processing, sensor fusion, and real-time situational awareness for autonomous and advanced maritime operations. The collaboration reflects a broader industry trend toward integrating multiple sensor modalities and AI-driven perception technologies to support safer and more autonomous vessel operations.", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "18/05/2026", "datePublished" : "18/05/2026", "headline" : "FarSounder integrates Tocaro Blue technology to enhance marine navigation", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Tocaro%20Blue%20Farsounder.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/farsounder-integrates-tocaro-blue-technology-to-enhance-marine-navigation", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Tocaro Blue has launched ApolloCore, a machine-learning software designed to “turbocharge” commercial off-the-shelf PTZ cameras into high-performance perception systems for maritime applications. The solution enables standard marine cameras to operate closer to military-grade capability, improving detection and classification of objects at sea—particularly for uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) and advanced autonomy stacks. ApolloCore builds on the company’s existing radar-processing platform, ProteusCore, and is designed to complement radar by addressing its inherent limitations, such as horizon constraints and difficulty detecting small or low-profile targets in cluttered sea states. By combining camera-based perception with radar data, the system contributes to a more robust, multi-sensor situational awareness layer—an essential component for safe and scalable maritime autonomy. Pictured: Flir camera and ApolloCore Configuration App Development Tool From radar intelligence to full perception stacks Tocaro Blue has positioned itself around enhancing “perception” for vessels by upgrading existing hardware through software. Its core platform, ProteusCore, applies machine learning to standard marine radar, enabling real-time detection, classification, and tracking of surrounding objects. This approach allows operators and autonomous systems to extract significantly more value from cost-effective, off-the-shelf sensors—reducing reliance on expensive proprietary hardware while improving operational awareness. The addition of ApolloCore extends this philosophy to optical systems, strengthening the case for sensor fusion between radar and vision to improve reliability, range, and target validation. ApolloCore dletects 15 object classes: 8 COLREGS-compliant vessel types, 2 marker classes, and 4 specialized classes including persons and debris Strengthening autonomy through sensor fusion The launch reflects a broader industry shift toward combining multiple sensor modalities, radar, cameras, and increasingly other data sources, to overcome individual weaknesses and deliver consistent performance across varying maritime conditions. Radar provides robustness and long-range detection, while cameras offer higher-resolution classification and visual confirmation. Together, they form a more complete perception layer for autonomous navigation, surveillance, and defense applications. About Tocaro Blue and Ocean Autonomy Cluster Tocaro Blue is a US-based technology company developing AI-driven software that enhances marine sensors, particularly for autonomous and uncrewed vessels. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on transforming commercial off-the-shelf systems into advanced perception tools using machine learning. Tocaro Blue is also a member of the Ocean Autonomy Cluster, contributing to the cluster’s ecosystem of companies advancing autonomous ocean technologies. Through its work on scalable, software-defined perception systems, the company plays a role in accelerating the development of safer and more capable autonomous maritime operations. With ApolloCore, Tocaro Blue continues to push toward a software-defined perception layer—bringing the industry closer to fully autonomous, sensor-rich vessels operating reliably in complex real-world environments. See also: ApolloCore Turbocharges Marine PTZ cameras", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "21/04/2026", "datePublished" : "21/04/2026", "headline" : "Tocaro Blue boosts marine vision with ApolloCore", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/flir%2Bwith%2Btarget.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/tocaro-blue-boosts-marine-vision-with-apollocore", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster member Tocaro Blue has entered a strategic collaboration with US-based boat builder Metal Shark to enhance the capabilities of unmanned surface vessels (USVs for military and security operations. Metal Shark, a key supplier to the US Armed Forces and allied nations, has selected Tocaro Blue’s AI-powered ProteusCore™ radar processing software for integration into its fleet of High Speed Maneuverable Unmanned Surface Vessels (HSMUSVs). The solution will be embedded directly into Metal Shark’s proprietary SharkTech autonomous technology stack, strengthening situational awareness, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), and operational safety in complex maritime environments. Advanced perception and radar intelligence for unmanned operations ProteusCore™ enables advanced radar data fusion, machine learning-based object detection and classification, and real-time target tracking using commercial off-the-shelf marine radars. By integrating the software into the SharkTech autonomy stack, operators gain a unified maritime operating picture that supports faster, data-driven decision-making for unmanned and human-in-the-loop operations. “The interoperability of the HSMUSV platform and the SharkTech autonomy stack has been thoroughly demonstrated through multiple exercises on both sides of the Atlantic this year,” said Chris Allard, CEO of Metal Shark. “By incorporating Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ technology, we are taking another step toward an intelligent vessel ecosystem that enhances threat awareness and operational effectiveness.” The Metal Shark HSMUSV is a 21-foot unmanned military craft designed to provide a low-cost, multi-payload USV solution that can be rapidly produced and deployed to meet emerging operational needs. The platform supports integration with a wide range of COLREGS, ATR and AI software packages, making it well suited for modular and scalable autonomy solutions. USV Potomac 2 Strengthening the Ocean Autonomy Cluster ecosystem “Tocaro Blue designed ProteusCore™ to unlock mission-critical perception capabilities in commercial marine radars,” said John Minor, CEO of Tocaro Blue. “We are excited to collaborate with an industry leader like Metal Shark to deliver advanced sensing and perception capabilities to unmanned maritime defense assets.” Tocaro Blue is a member of the Ocean Autonomy Cluster, contributing advanced sensor processing and perception technology to the cluster’s growing ecosystem of companies developing autonomous and uncrewed maritime solutions for both civilian and defence applications. Metal Shark designs and builds welded aluminium vessels ranging from 16 to over 300 feet for military, law enforcement and commercial operators worldwide. With production facilities in the United States and Europe, the company delivers more than 200 vessels annually and employs over 400 people. Tocaro Blue develops AI-powered marine sensor processing solutions. 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