Mr. Greg Reid reports

KRAKEN ROBOTICS AND TKMS ATLAS UK DEMONSTRATE KATFISH USV LAUNCH AND RECOVERY SYSTEM ON AN IN-SERVICE UK ROYAL NAVY ARCIMS USV

Kraken Robotics Inc. has successfully demonstrated its Katfish unmanned surface vessel launch and recovery system (USV-LARS) from TKMS Atlas U.K.'s (Atlas U.K.) 11-metre Arcims USV. The systems offer a comprehensive autonomous survey package for maritime security missions including mine countermeasure operations and critical underwater infrastructure inspection. Together, Arcims and Katfish USV-LARS provide the industry's first air-deployable, 300-metre depth rated autonomous towed SAS survey system.

"With the surge in unmanned systems for defence, naval forces need the best technology available to protect national security," said Greg Reid, president and chief executive officer of Kraken Robotics. "With its ability to safely and autonomously launch and recover Katfish from USVs, our USV-LARS allows small naval platforms to collect Katfish's high-resolution synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) data, significantly increasing their capabilities and acting as force multipliers."

The LARS footprint was designed to fit Atlas U.K.'s Arcims common deck interface, enabling rapid rerole and seamless integration with the platform. Testing was successfully conducted up to sea state three, validating system robustness and operational readiness.

This joint integration marks a major step forward in delivering agile, modular and cost-effective mine countermeasure capabilities for modern naval operations. By combining Arcims's proven USV with Kraken's cutting-edge towed synthetic aperture sonar and recovery system, navies can deploy advanced technologies faster and more efficiently, strengthening maritime security in increasingly complex environments.

The system was demonstrated off the coast of Portland, U.K., Nov. 18 to Nov. 19 for North Atlantic Treaty Organization navies. Attendees witnessed the Arcims USV autonomously navigate and plan missions with the Katfish towed system collecting high-resolution SAS and bathymetric surveys in very shallow water. Data were live streamed via satellite communications to the command centre on shore, enabling real-time classification of contacts by operators.

Wesley Galliver, head of surface ship systems division, TKMS Atlas U.K., said: "This achievement demonstrates what can be accomplished when innovation and collaboration come together. Integrating Arcims with Katfish and LARS in such a compressed time frame sets a new benchmark for delivering operational capability to our customers. I am delighted with the results and proud of what the combined teams achieved."

Kraken's Katfish collects high-resolution synthetic aperture sonar data at up to a 200-metre range per side at a depth of 300 metres, with real-time data streamed at three-centimetre-by-three-centimetre resolution. Kraken's Katfish USV-LARS was designed specifically for small vessels, with an all-titanium construction for low magnetic signature and low weight.

Katfish and USV-LARS were rapidly mobilized on the Arcims, with integration, testing and the demonstration happening over a period of just two weeks. Together, Arcims and Katfish USV-LARS provide the industry's first air-deployable, 300-metre depth rated autonomous towed SAS survey system.

About Kraken Robotics Inc.

Kraken Robotics is transforming subsea intelligence through 3-D imaging sensors, power solutions and robotic systems. The company's products and services enable clients to overcome the challenges in our oceans -- safely, efficiently and sustainably.

Kraken's synthetic aperture sonar, sub-bottom imaging and lidar (light detection and ranging) systems offer best-in-class resolution, providing critical insights into ocean safety, infrastructure and geology. The company's revolutionary pressure tolerant batteries deliver high-energy density power for UUVs and subsea energy storage.

Kraken Robotics is headquartered in Canada with offices in North America, South America and Europe, supporting clients in more than 30 countries worldwide.

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