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An Advanced Ocean Technology Group

At General Oceans, we specialise in designing, developing, manufacturing and supporting the best in advanced ocean technology.

What we do

General Oceans brings together specialist underwater technology companies combining shared capabilities, resources and strategic direction. Across our Group, we specialise in sensors such as ADCPs, sonar technology and robotics including ROVs and underwater manipulators.

Sensors

Advanced sensors and monitoring systems for ocean data collection and navigation.

Our Technology →
Nortek sensor with hand

Robotics

Underwater robotic manipulators and hybrid ROV/AUVs for defense applications.

Our Technology →
Robotics

With strong foundations in engineering excellence, we develop cutting-edge solutions to serve marine construction, defense and ocean science.

Who we serve

Offshore windfarm with wind turbines

Marine Construction

Customers include those who work in:

  • Renewable Energy
  • Oil & Gas
  • Underwater Cable Operations
  • Aquaculture
  • Subsea Exploration
Marine Construction Hub →
Submerged Klein 5900 sonar doing an underwater survey in low visibility water

Defense & Security

Customers include those who work in:

  • Mine Countermeasures
  • Global Navies
  • Special Operations Forces
  • Coast Guards
  • Search & Recovery
Defense & Security Hub →
Ocean Science

Ocean Science

Customers include those who work in:

  • Global Academic Institutions
  • Scientific Research
  • Seabed Mapping
  • Coastal Erosion Prevention
  • Marine Life Preservation
Ocean Science Hub →

Core brand portfolio

General Oceans provides its brands with the support, structure and resources they need to grow whilst benefiting from the strength of a larger group. Through investment, expertise, strategic guidance and access to wider group opportunities, General Oceans helps its companies strengthen their capabilities, reach new markets and achieve their long-term goals.

ADCP DVL
Sonar
ROV AUV
Electric Manipulators
Side Scan Sonar
Marine Life Monitoring ROV Aquaculture Intelligence
Vertically Profiling Floats

Internal brands

As well as our core brand portfolio, we also invest in start-ups and internal brands who service the Group and help our brands be more cost efficient and deliver outstanding underwater technology faster.

Transducers
AI Software
Reliable Sensor Technology

Nortek designs and manufactures acoustic instruments for measuring water movement, including ocean currents and waves.

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Sonar Technology Experts

Tritech International is a UK-based underwater technology company specialising in imaging sonar and ancillary equipment for ROVs and AUVs.

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Hybrid ROV Developer

Strategic Robotics Systems develops underwater vehicle systems for demanding defense and security missions.

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Electric Manipulator Manufacturer

Reach Robotics designs and manufactures robust and reliable robotic manipulators for harsh environments.

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Advanced Side Scan Sonar Manufacturer

Klein Marine Systems designs and manufactures advanced side scan sonars for military applications.

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Ocean Technology Experts

RS Aqua is a UK-based provider of ocean technology, supplying sensors and systems for monitoring marine environments.

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Profiling Float Manufacturer

MRV provides vertically profiling floats for ocean observation and maritime domain awareness.

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Composite Transducer Manufacturer

Echosonics is an advanced transducer research and development company, utilising the latest technology for sonar, Medical, and NDT ultrasound applications.

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Internal Software and AI

Ocean Synaptics develops intelligent, secure and user-friendly software systems that power ocean technology across the General Oceans Group.

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Empowering brands

General Oceans brings together specialist ocean technology brands with deep technical expertise, strong customer relationships and proven capability in demanding marine environments. We provide our brands with the support, structure and resources they need to grow, while helping each company benefit from the strength, scale and shared expertise of a larger group.

Our Acquisitions

Latest News

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Revenue growth of 13 percent in Q3 2026

General Oceans reports total revenue in Q3 2026 of NOK 320 million, an increase of 13 percent compared to Q3 2025 and a growth of 19 percent on a constant currency basis. Gross profits were NOK 206 million (NOK 197 million), corresponding to a gross margin of 64 percent (70 percent).

Invitation to presentation of Q3 2026 results

General Oceans ASA invites investors, analysts, media and other stakeholders to attend the presentation of its results for the third quarter of 2026.

RS Aqua brings defense technology to REPMUS 2026

General Oceans company, RS Aqua, took part in Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping with Maritime Unmanned Systems REPMUS 2026.
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