17th June 2024, Paris, France
Today, Arkeocean, the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), SignalGeneriX and Lanego have signed a research and development agreement to co-develop a solution called ‘EONIOS’, a micro-AUV swarm system with AUV docking stations integrated in nature-based artificial reefs. The EONIOS system will explore and protect designated underwater areas including marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
The agreement was signed at Eurosatory, the global defence exhibition in Paris, during a ceremony at the Cyprus Pavilion, in the presence of government officials representing both France and Cyprus This agreement follows the recent signature of a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the same parties to establish cooperation in marine and maritime research and innovation and to cultivate proficiency and knowledge in the marine and maritime sectors.
The signature of ‘EONIOS’ showcases the commitment of Arkeocean, CMMI, Lanego and SignalGeneriX to contribute to the advancement of the marine and maritime industry in the Mediterranean and beyond, while strengthening the bilateral relations between France and Cyprus in areas of paramount importance such as research and innovation in marine and maritime science and technology.
Photo caption from left to right: Dr Tasos Kounoudes – CEO of SignalGeneriX Ltd., Mr Thierry Brizard – President of Arkeocean, Mr Zacharias Siokouros – CEO of the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute, and Mr Philippe Amar – President of Lanego.
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About ARKEOCEAN: Since 2009, ARKEOCEAN has been imagining and delivering disruptive solutions for underwater exploration. ARKEOCEAN specializes in affordable swarm systems made of micro-Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) used for observation missions in the fields of energy, defense and the environment. In 2024, Arkeocean was awarded a France 2030 contract, in 2023 it received the Perseus Label awarded by the French Navy (EMM) and the French DGA and the Euronaval 2022 and i-Naval 2022 innovation prizes awarded by the French Defense Innovation Agency (AID) and the Southern French Region.
About CMMI: The Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI) was established in April 2019, with EU and National Funding, as a Centre of Excellence in research, technology development, and innovation. Driven by the needs of industry and society, CMMI is focused on transforming the marine and maritime sectors and on providing some of the urgent solutions required to the global challenges. It has nine Research and Innovation Centres that are involved in marine technology, marine robotics, maritime digitalisation, marine observation, marine and coastal ecosystems, marine biotechnology and aquaculture, the maritime human element, marine cultural heritage, marine and maritime policies and regional cooperation.
About SignalGeneriX: SignalGeneriX demonstrates 20 years of established experience in defence signal processing and communications with focus on the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic warfare and autonomous systems electronics. The company is acknowledged with numerous international innovation awards and is ranked as the top European SME in EDIDP defence R&D contracts participation.
About LANEGO: LANEGO is a French consulting company which offers personalised and adapted support to innovative Start-ups, Scales-ups and SMEs to accelerate successfully their international development while reducing risks by relying on an international network of experts from business sectors and countries. Our consultants help you conquer new growing markets in Tech, Defence, Renewable Energies and Environment.
For more information please contact virginie.brizard@arkeocean.com
