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U.K. Autonomous Vessel Systems Provider Sonardyne Acquires Underwater Imaging Firm

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020

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U.K. Autonomous Vessel Systems Provider Sonardyne Acquires Underwater Imaging Firm

2G Robotics' ULS-500 PRO dynamic underwater laser scanner. Photo: 2G Robotics

Sonardyne International on Tuesday said it has acquired underwater imaging and inspection specialist 2G Robotics, adding to its capabilities in subsea products and services. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Sonardyne, which is based in the United Kingdom, offers a range of autonomous underwater equipment and systems for remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), unmanned surface vehicles, and marine robotic instruments for applications in oil and gas, defense and critical infrastructure protection, and ocean science. 2G Robotics, which is based in…

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