Avikus
Avikus is an HD Hyundai subsidiary that develops AI-based Level 2 autonomous navigation systems for commercial vessels (HiNAS family) and recreational boats (NeuBoat), combining sensor fusion, predictive analytics, and cloud-based fleet management.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2021
- HeadquartersSeoul, South Korea
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingSoftware
What Avikus does
Avikus Co. Ltd is a Seoul-headquartered autonomous navigation technology company founded in 2021 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of HD Hyundai. The company develops AI-based maritime navigation systems combining sensor fusion (electro-optical and infrared cameras, radar, and AIS), computer vision, predictive analytics, and rule-based decision-making to deliver Level 2 autonomous navigation. Its commercial product family, branded HiNAS (Hyundai Intelligent Navigation Assistant System), includes HiNAS Control for autonomous heading, RPM, and collision-avoidance control, HiNAS Navigation for AR-based situational awareness, HiNAS SVM for 360-degree surround view monitoring, and HiNAS Cloud for shore-based fleet management and analytics. A separate NeuBoat product line targets recreational boating with Dock, Navi, and Control systems.
The company's technology has been independently validated through DNV Type Approval (April 2026, world's first for a mass-produced autonomous navigation system), DNV-CG-0264 design certification, and ABS fuel-savings verification, with quantified outcomes of 3-8% fuel optimization (4.2% average across 188,706 nautical miles of pilot testing). Avikus generates revenue through four primary streams: direct enterprise sales of HiNAS systems to commercial fleet operators, OEM-embedded installations as standard specification on HD Hyundai newbuilds (300+ vessels equipped since 2023), channel distribution partnerships (e.g., SAIM Marine in Italy), and unit sales of NeuBoat products in the leisure segment (priced upwards of $20,000). The customer base spans container shipping (HMM, Seaspan), PCTC logistics (Hyundai Glovis), tankers (ALMI Tankers, Eastern Pacific Shipping), LNG (H-Line Shipping), and luxury yacht manufacturing (Aquila Yachts).
Avikus firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Avikus
- Legal name
- Avikus Co. Ltd
- Website
- https://avikus.ai
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2021
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Avikus is an HD Hyundai subsidiary that develops AI-based Level 2 autonomous navigation systems for commercial vessels (HiNAS family) and recreational boats (NeuBoat), combining sensor fusion, predictive analytics, and cloud-based fleet management.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Avikus industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Maritime Autonomous Navigation
- NAICS
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)
- SIC
- Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS) (IMAJAJAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Maritime Unmanned Systems (USV/UUV) & Control Stations (IMABAKAJ), Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV) & Autonomous Maritime Surface Platforms (IMABAIAE), Marine Electrical Installation, Commissioning & Field Services (IMAJAJAL)
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Where Avikus is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Seoul
- HQ country
- South Korea
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices5 records
Markets served
Avikus business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- Autonomous Navigation System Sales (HiNAS): Avikus generates revenue through direct sales of its HiNAS product family including HiNAS Control, Navigation, SVM, and Cloud. Systems are sold as hardware and software packages with installation, commissioning, and crew training services. Revenue from retrofit installations on existing vessels and standard specifications on newbuilds.
- Fleet Management SaaS (HiNAS Cloud): Cloud-based fleet management and analytics platform provides ongoing subscription revenue for data monitoring, playback analysis, and fleet oversight.
- Leisure Boat Products (NeuBoat): NeuBoat product line for recreational boaters includes Dock, Navi, and Control systems sold at price points upwards of $20,000 each.
- Distribution/Reseller Revenue: Channel partners like SAIM Marine distribute products in specific regions, generating revenue through reseller arrangements.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Quote-based/ custom | Multi-year contract | Enterprise Fleet Solutions (HiNAS) |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | NeuBoat Recreational Products |
| Other | One time/ perpetual license | Installation and Integration Services |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels4 records
Avikus product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Avikus develops and sells AI-based autonomous navigation systems for marine vessels. The HiNAS product family provides Level 2 autonomous navigation, collision avoidance, sensor fusion, and cloud-based fleet management for commercial ships, while the NeuBoat line delivers smart docking, navigation, and control solutions for recreational boats. Systems are sold as integrated hardware-software packages with installation, commissioning, and crew training services.
Product overview
Avikus offers two main product lines: HiNAS for commercial vessels and NeuBoat for recreational boats. HiNAS is a modular suite comprising HiNAS Control (Level 2 autonomous navigation and collision avoidance), HiNAS Cloud (cloud-based fleet management and analytics), HiNAS SVM (360-degree surround view monitoring), and HiNAS Navigation (AR-based situational awareness). NeuBoat targets recreational boaters with smart docking, navigation, and autonomous control solutions. The products share AI-powered perception, decision-making, and control capabilities with cloud connectivity for both commercial fleet management and leisure boating applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- NeuBoat: Autonomous navigation and smart docking solutions for recreational and leisure boats, including Neuboat Dock, Neuboat Navi, and Neuboat Control products.
- HiNAS
Products and services
- HiNAS Control Level 2 autonomous navigation system that integrates perception, decision-making, and control functions to autonomously detect vessels and obstacles, assess navigation conditions, control ships to avoid collisions, and optimize fuel consumption via RPM optimization. Sold to commercial shipowners, fleet operators, and HD Hyundai newbuilds.
- HiNAS Cloud
Quantifiable outcome
- Average 4.2% fuel savings across 188,706+ nautical miles of testing
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Avikus
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Avikus technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
AI capability10 records
Feature9 records
Avikus partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
22 partnerships are on record, tiered core/flagship, strategic, technology partnership, regulatory partnership, regional channel, oem partnership, technology and group synergy.
- HD Hyundai Heavy Industriescore/flagshipTotal Hull Care Solution MOU: joint development of robot- and data-driven integrated hull management system using autonomous underwater robots. Includes HD Hyundai Robotics, HD Hyundai Marine Solution, KCC, and TAS Global.
- Lloyd's RegisterstrategicJoint development projects with HD Hyundai entities including Avikus for semi-autonomous vessel frameworks and 185,000 cbm hybrid electric LNG carrier. LR providing technical and sustainability advisory services.
- G-Marine Servicetechnology partnershipFour-party MOU with Hyundai Glovis, Avikus, and Korean Register to develop remote navigation control technology for PCTCs. Aiming to advance from L1 autonomous navigation to L2 remote navigation with shore-based control.
- Korean Registerregulatory partnershipFour-party MOU for remote navigation control technology verification and certification frameworks for PCTCs.
- HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC)strategicMOU to install HiNAS Control Level 2 on vessels designed and built by HJSC, supporting smart vessel development and autonomous navigation technology expansion.
- HJ Heavy IndustriesstrategicMOU for autonomous ship development using HiNAS Control Level 2 to reduce fuel and labor costs (80% of operating expenses). Aims to establish early foothold in next-generation high-value-added ship market.
- ALMI TankersstrategicStrategic partnership deploying HiNAS Navigation and Cloud across VLCC fleet (ALMI Atlas, ALMI Titan), with planned HiNAS SVM during 2028 dry docking. Includes long-term technology roadmap and commitment to explore HiNAS Control upgrade.
- DNVcore/flagshipDNV awarded Avikus the world's first Type Approval for mass-produced autonomous navigation system (HiNAS Control) after 3+ years of validation. DNV evaluated collision avoidance capabilities under COLREGS standards and established safety requirements framework expected to inform IMO MASS Code development.
- Savvy Navvytechnology partnershipPartnership for smart routing and autonomous navigation solutions integration. Savvy Navvy expanded from smartphone app into OEM helm navigation, partnering with Avikus for electric propulsion and autonomous capabilities.
- HMMcore/flagshipLargest single supply contract for autonomous navigation: 40 vessels equipped with HiNAS Control. Partnership includes MOU with HD KSOE for technology cooperation, deployment, and system integration to establish global standards.
- SAIM Marineregional channelDistribution partnership to supply AI-driven navigational systems including NeuBoat Navi with Control across Italy. Leverages SAIM Marine's 100+ authorized service centers for market expansion.
- Aquila Yachtsoem partnershipNEUBOAT Dock II factory-installed option on Aquila's 2026 Yacht Series luxury power catamarans (42-54 feet). Positions autonomous situational awareness in luxury leisure boating segment.
- ZF MarinetechnologyMOU to advance autonomous marine control systems by integrating NEUBOAT Navi with Control into ZF's TotalCommand platform, adding collision avoidance and auto docking features.
- SK telinkstrategicMOU to develop integrated smart ship solution combining HiNAS with Starlink satellite connectivity. SK telink resells solution in Korea, enhancing real-time data processing and autonomous vessel control capabilities.
- Seaspan Corporationcore/flagshipCompleted deployment of HiNAS Navigation, SVM, and Cloud across 25 container vessels. Strategic partnership for fleet-wide decarbonization and safety through operational innovation with continued upgrades and shared innovation roadmap.
- H-Line ShippingstrategicMOU for joint development of AI-based autonomous and eco-friendly ship technology. Combines HiNAS, OceanWise routing, and AI-CHS cargo management on LNG carrier for sea trials. Aims to minimize fuel costs and respond to IMO environmental regulations.
- Hyundai Gloviscore/flagshipIndustry's first fleet-wide PCTC deployment: 7 Pure Car and Truck Carriers retrofitted with HiNAS Control. Demonstrated up to 3.9% fuel savings. Supports Hyundai Glovis 2045 Net Zero ESG goals.
- HD Hyundai ENTgroup synergyMOU for application and operation of HiNAS products on vessels, and comprehensive engineering collaboration across all domains of autonomous navigation technology. Combines system engineering capabilities with autonomous navigation expertise.
- Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS)strategicFirst commercial retrofit contract outside Korea: HiNAS Control, SVM, and Cloud on bulk carrier and Suezmax tanker. Includes full commissioning and crew training.
- HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE)core/flagshipMIT Maritime Consortium partnership with MIT, Capital (Greek shipping), and ABS for AI-driven autonomous navigation, cybersecurity, SMR-powered vessels, and 3D printing. Plans to equip vessels with HiNAS Control for fuel efficiency testing.
- HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE)core/flagshipThree-party MOU with HMM and Avikus for AI-Based Autonomous Navigation Technology Cooperation. KSOE provides vessel platforms and technical support for system integration.
- DNVcore/flagshipPartnership established in September 2024 to develop and certify HiNAS Control autonomous vessel navigation system, targeting world's first regulatory type approval for such technology.
Scale indicators15 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Avikus competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Sea Machines Robotics: Boston-based developer of AI-powered autonomous navigation and remote control for commercial marine vessels. Closest direct competitor to Avikus's HiNAS, operating in the same autonomy-for-shipping category with comparable perception and control technology.
- Orca AI: Israel-based AI computer-vision platform for maritime collision avoidance and situational awareness. Competes head-to-head with HiNAS Navigation and SVM in the perception/situational-awareness layer for commercial fleets.
- Raymarine (FLIR Systems): Marine electronics brand integrated with Avikus's NeuBoat Dock via Axiom chartplotters. Competes directly in the recreational autonomous docking and navigation market that NeuBoat addresses.
Broad incumbents
- Kongsberg Maritime: Division of Norwegian Kongsberg Group offering integrated bridge systems, autonomous vessel control, and remote operations for commercial shipping. A broad incumbent whose autonomy stack overlaps with HiNAS Control and Cloud, anchored by deep classification-society relationships.
- Wärtsilä SmartShip: Major marine technology provider with voyage optimization, smart-ship, and partial autonomous navigation capabilities. Competes at the platform layer above HiNAS, with stronger incumbent relationships across global shipowners.
- ABB Marine & Ports: Provides electric, digital, and autonomous vessel solutions including ABB Ability Marine Pilot Vision and remote control. Competes in the same Level 2+ autonomous navigation space with substantial R&D resources and a global installed base.
- Furuno Electric: Japanese marine electronics manufacturer with radar, ECDIS, and integrated bridge systems. Broad incumbent competing with HiNAS Navigation on bridge situational-awareness equipment.
- Sperry Marine (Northrop Grumman): Provides commercial marine navigation, radar, and integrated bridge systems globally. Competes with HiNAS across navigation and bridge systems, with deep penetration into naval and commercial fleets.
Emerging players
- MarineAI: U.K.-based autonomy company building AI navigation and COLREGs-compliant collision avoidance software for workboats and commercial vessels. A direct emerging competitor to HiNAS Control with comparable autonomy positioning.
Others
- ZF Marine: Marine propulsion and control systems provider that has a formal partnership with Avikus (NEUBOAT Navi with Control integrated into ZF TotalCommand). Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor in autonomy.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Avikus social profiles
Digital presenceAvikus compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance4 records
Avikus financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Avikus leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Avikus funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Avikus M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Avikus
What does Avikus do?
Avikus develops and sells AI-based autonomous navigation systems for marine vessels. The HiNAS product family provides Level 2 autonomous navigation, collision avoidance, sensor fusion, and cloud-based fleet management for commercial ships, while the NeuBoat line delivers smart docking, navigation, and control solutions for recreational boats. Systems are sold as integrated hardware-software packages with installation, commissioning, and crew training services.
Is Avikus a public or private company?
Avikus is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Avikus founded?
Avikus was founded in 2021. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Avikus based?
Avikus is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, in the Asia region.
How does Avikus make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Autonomous Navigation System Sales (HiNAS) is the primary driver. The others are fleet Management SaaS (HiNAS Cloud), leisure Boat Products (NeuBoat) and distribution/Reseller Revenue.
Who are Avikus's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Sea Machines Robotics, Orca AI and Raymarine (FLIR Systems). Broad incumbents are Kongsberg Maritime, Wärtsilä SmartShip, ABB Marine & Ports, Furuno Electric and Sperry Marine (Northrop Grumman). MarineAI is listed as an emerging player. ZF Marine is listed as an others.
Does Avikus have an API?
No public API is recorded for Avikus.
What industry is Avikus in?
Avikus's product category is Maritime Autonomous Navigation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAJAE, Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS), with a secondary code of IMABAKAJ, Maritime Unmanned Systems (USV/UUV) & Control Stations. Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3812.