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OSI Maritime Systems
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OSI Maritime Systems Ltd.
Websiteurl
osimaritime.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1979
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
251–500
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersBurnaby, Canada
HQ citystring
Burnaby
HQ countrystring
Canada
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices7 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
naval navigation systems, integrated bridge systems, warship electronic charts, tactical navigation software, submarine navigation
Industry5 codes
1Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering
CodeIMAJAGAHPrimaryYes
2Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS)
CodeIMAJAJAEPrimaryNo
3Naval Combat Systems Integration & Mission Systems
CodeIMABAKABPrimaryNo
4Naval C4ISR, Communications & Electronic Warfare
CodeIMABAKAEPrimaryNo
5Submarine Combat Systems & Sonar Manufacturing (CMS, Sensors, EW)
CodeIMAJAOAHPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing334511
  • Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing33451
  • Ship and Boat Building33661
SIC code4 codes
  • Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys3812
  • Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec3829
  • Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control3823
  • Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals3825
Product category
Naval Navigation Systems
GTM motion3 records

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Defense Hardware & Software Sales
TypeHardware Sales
Description

OSI manufactures and sells integrated navigation bridge systems, WECDIS software licenses, and navigation equipment to naval customers worldwide. Systems are designed, built, and tested at OSI's production facilities in Burnaby, BC before delivery to shipyards for installation.

osimaritime.com
2Software Licensing & Fleetwide Licenses
TypeOne Time License
Description

ECPINS software sold as perpetual licenses per vessel or as fleet-wide licensing creating a single coherent navigation environment across training, ashore, and afloat operations. ECPINS versions available for Surface Ships, Submarines, and High-Speed Small Craft.

osimaritime.com
3In-Service Support & Sustainment
TypeManaged Services
Description

RESOLUTE program provides ongoing support including service desk, technical support, asset configuration, obsolescence management, spares management, and lifecycle optimization. Long-term sustainment contracts with navies ensure systems remain operational throughout vessel lifespan.

osimaritime.com
4Training Services
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Operator courses, maintainer courses, sea training, and consultancy services for ECPINS and INTS systems. Training delivered remotely, in classrooms, or onboard customer vessels by former Naval Operators and Maintainers.

osimaritime.com
5Systems Integration Services
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Engineering services from software to integration, including systems engineering, custom hardware design, combat management system integration, and shipyard-based installation support throughout project lifecycle.

osimaritime.com
Marketing channels4 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components6 values
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others
Pricing details1 tier
1Enterprise defense procurement - integrated navigation systems
ModelOtherBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

Pricing determined through defense procurement processes with naval customers. Systems customized per vessel class and customer requirements. No public pricing available.

osimaritime.com
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Brand1 record
1ECPINS
Description

Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System - World-Leading WECDIS software at the heart of OSI's navigation and tactical solutions for warships, submarines, and small craft.

osimaritime.com
Core offering1 text field

OSI Maritime Systems designs, manufactures, and supports integrated navigation and tactical solutions for military naval vessels and maritime security operations. Its core product is ECPINS, a proprietary military-grade Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System (WECDIS) certified to NATO WECDIS STANAG 4564 and IMO ECDIS standards, which powers integrated bridge systems (INTS), submarine dived navigation (TDNS), small craft command and control (T-ACT), mission management (IMMS), and AI-powered collision avoidance (CADA). The company delivers these systems to NATO and Allied navies worldwide, primarily through defense primes and shipyard integration on new-build and retrofit programs.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 60+ submarines operating with ECPINS across NATO and allied navies
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

OSI Maritime Systems is a platform-plus-modules architecture offering integrated navigation and tactical solutions for military naval vessels. The core ECPINS software powers multiple system variants: INTS (Integrated Navigation & Tactical System) for surface warships, TDNS (Tactical Dived Navigation System) for submarines, and T-ACT (Tactical Asset Control & Tracking) for small craft and security operations. These are complemented by IMMS (Integrated Mission Management System) as a C4ISR command aid, COP-IDS (Common Operational Picture – Image Display Server) for geo-referenced data distribution, and CADA (Collision Avoidance Decision Aid) as an AI-powered collision avoidance module. Supporting capabilities include System Capability Modules (DDU, Radar HMI, SHOL, W-AIS, TMA), plus Training and Support Solutions (RESOLUTE) services.

Product and service2 records
1ECPINS (Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System)
CategoryNaval WECDIS Software
2INTS (Integrated Navigation & Tactical System)
CategoryIntegrated Bridge System
Scale indicator8 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership11 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-17
Description

OSI signed MoU with TKMS establishing collaborative framework to explore integration of OSI's ECPINS navigation software into TKMS naval platforms for Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). CPSP aims to procure up to 12 submarines for Royal Canadian Navy. ECPINS enables advanced tactical submarine navigation across 18 classes and is deployed on 60+ submarines worldwide.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-08
Description

STM contracted OSI to deliver INTS bridges for Portuguese Navy's two new Auxiliary Oiler Replenisher and Logistics Ships (AOR+) being built in Turkey. First contract between OSI and STM. ECPINS 7 WECDIS software compliant with NATO STANAG 4564 Edition 3.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-29
Description

Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg signed MoU with OSI to collaborate on submarine navigation technology for Canada's Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). Partnership integrates OSI's ECPINS navigation technology into Kongsberg's ORCCA combat management system. Kongsberg offering this alongside German shipbuilder TKMS as one of two leading competitors for the multibillion-dollar CPSP contract. Agreement aims to establish sovereign submarine sustainment capability in Canada under 'Build-Partner-Buy' framework.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-27
Description

Lockheed Martin Canada awarded OSI the IBNS Production Contract for the first three River-Class Destroyers (RCD) under Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy. OSI delivers Integrated Bridge and Navigation Systems as variant of its world-leading INTS. Lockheed Martin is prime contractor leading RCD program with Irving Shipbuilding.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Long-Term Partnership Agreement (LTPA) with Polish Navy shipbuilder for Miecznik frigate program (3 ships). OSI delivers INBS for Arrowhead 140/Type 31e design. PGZ SW personnel trained for installation, set-to-work, configuration, and commissioning. Navigation Laboratory and Mission System Integration Facility being developed in Poland.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner
Description

Spanish shipbuilder contracted OSI for Integrated Bridge Systems on Royal Australian Navy SEA 1654 AOR Program. OSI's INTS based IBS designed for RAN requirements. Long-standing relationship with Navantia on multiple programs.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner
Description

Dutch shipbuilder partnered with OSI on Portuguese Navy Multipurpose Naval Platform (MPV/NRP D. João II) and NPO3S/OPV Batch 3. Also South African Navy MMIPV program at Damen Shipyards Cape Town.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner
Description

Canadian shipyard as prime contractor for Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy. OSI delivers IBNS for Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS), River-Class Destroyers (CSC), and Joint Support Ships through Irving's shipbuilding program.

Strategic tierCoreTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner
Description

BAE Systems Type 26 Global Combat Ship design selected for Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC/River-Class Destroyers). OSI's INTS-based IBNS integrated into the T26 GCS design. Also collaboration on UK Royal Navy programs including Astute-class submarines.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partnership bridging naval gaps in UAE. ADSB joined forces with OSI to equip RABDAN FA-400 patrol vessels with navigational systems.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

German support partner with agreement with Bundeswehr for major German Navy Upgrade RadEA. OSI and ARCHE teaming for growing German market support.

Recent move10 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

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Type, Description

Market position
Competitive moat5 records

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Type, Details

Key risks6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers19 records

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Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment4 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile4 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
Yes
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

Integration6 records

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Title, Type, Description, Source

AI capability9 records

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Type, Description, Source

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature9 records

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles8 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

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Compliance2 records

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Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds1 record

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors1 record

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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OSI Maritime Systems

Naval Navigation Systemsosimaritime.com

OSI Maritime Systems firmographics

Firmographics
Name
OSI Maritime Systems
Legal name
OSI Maritime Systems Ltd.
Website
https://osimaritime.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
1979
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
251–500 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

OSI Maritime Systems industry classification

Industry
Product category
Naval Navigation Systems
NAICS
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Ship and Boat Building (33661)
SIC
Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)
akta.pro primary industry
Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering (IMAJAGAH)
akta.pro secondary industries
Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS) (IMAJAJAE), Naval Combat Systems Integration & Mission Systems (IMABAKAB), Naval C4ISR, Communications & Electronic Warfare (IMABAKAE), Submarine Combat Systems & Sonar Manufacturing (CMS, Sensors, EW) (IMAJAOAH)

Keywords

  • Naval navigation systems
  • Integrated bridge systems
  • Warship electronic charts
  • Tactical navigation software
  • Submarine navigation

Where OSI Maritime Systems is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Burnaby
HQ country
Canada
HQ region
North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

OSI Maritime Systems business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Defense Hardware & Software Sales: OSI manufactures and sells integrated navigation bridge systems, WECDIS software licenses, and navigation equipment to naval customers worldwide. Systems are designed, built, and tested at OSI's production facilities in Burnaby, BC before delivery to shipyards for installation.
  2. Software Licensing & Fleetwide Licenses: ECPINS software sold as perpetual licenses per vessel or as fleet-wide licensing creating a single coherent navigation environment across training, ashore, and afloat operations. ECPINS versions available for Surface Ships, Submarines, and High-Speed Small Craft.
  3. In-Service Support & Sustainment: RESOLUTE program provides ongoing support including service desk, technical support, asset configuration, obsolescence management, spares management, and lifecycle optimization. Long-term sustainment contracts with navies ensure systems remain operational throughout vessel lifespan.
  4. Training Services: Operator courses, maintainer courses, sea training, and consultancy services for ECPINS and INTS systems. Training delivered remotely, in classrooms, or onboard customer vessels by former Naval Operators and Maintainers.
  5. Systems Integration Services: Engineering services from software to integration, including systems engineering, custom hardware design, combat management system integration, and shipyard-based installation support throughout project lifecycle.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
OtherMulti-year contractEnterprise defense procurement - integrated navigation systems

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

OSI Maritime Systems product offering

Product offering

Core offering

OSI Maritime Systems designs, manufactures, and supports integrated navigation and tactical solutions for military naval vessels and maritime security operations. Its core product is ECPINS, a proprietary military-grade Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System (WECDIS) certified to NATO WECDIS STANAG 4564 and IMO ECDIS standards, which powers integrated bridge systems (INTS), submarine dived navigation (TDNS), small craft command and control (T-ACT), mission management (IMMS), and AI-powered collision avoidance (CADA). The company delivers these systems to NATO and Allied navies worldwide, primarily through defense primes and shipyard integration on new-build and retrofit programs.

Product overview

OSI Maritime Systems is a platform-plus-modules architecture offering integrated navigation and tactical solutions for military naval vessels. The core ECPINS software powers multiple system variants: INTS (Integrated Navigation & Tactical System) for surface warships, TDNS (Tactical Dived Navigation System) for submarines, and T-ACT (Tactical Asset Control & Tracking) for small craft and security operations. These are complemented by IMMS (Integrated Mission Management System) as a C4ISR command aid, COP-IDS (Common Operational Picture – Image Display Server) for geo-referenced data distribution, and CADA (Collision Avoidance Decision Aid) as an AI-powered collision avoidance module. Supporting capabilities include System Capability Modules (DDU, Radar HMI, SHOL, W-AIS, TMA), plus Training and Support Solutions (RESOLUTE) services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • ECPINS: Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System - World-Leading WECDIS software at the heart of OSI's navigation and tactical solutions for warships, submarines, and small craft.

Products and services

  • ECPINS (Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System)
  • INTS (Integrated Navigation & Tactical System)

Quantifiable outcome

  • 60+ submarines operating with ECPINS across NATO and allied navies
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use OSI Maritime Systems

Customer profile

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

OSI Maritime Systems technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability9 records

Feature9 records

OSI Maritime Systems partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • TKMS (ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026OSI signed MoU with TKMS establishing collaborative framework to explore integration of OSI's ECPINS navigation software into TKMS naval platforms for Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). CPSP aims to procure up to 12 submarines for Royal Canadian Navy. ECPINS enables advanced tactical submarine navigation across 18 classes and is deployed on 60+ submarines worldwide.
  • STM Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 8 June 2026STM contracted OSI to deliver INTS bridges for Portuguese Navy's two new Auxiliary Oiler Replenisher and Logistics Ships (AOR+) being built in Turkey. First contract between OSI and STM. ECPINS 7 WECDIS software compliant with NATO STANAG 4564 Edition 3.
  • Kongsberg Gruppen ASAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 May 2026Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg signed MoU with OSI to collaborate on submarine navigation technology for Canada's Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). Partnership integrates OSI's ECPINS navigation technology into Kongsberg's ORCCA combat management system. Kongsberg offering this alongside German shipbuilder TKMS as one of two leading competitors for the multibillion-dollar CPSP contract. Agreement aims to establish sovereign submarine sustainment capability in Canada under 'Build-Partner-Buy' framework.
  • Lockheed Martin CanadacoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 27 May 2026Lockheed Martin Canada awarded OSI the IBNS Production Contract for the first three River-Class Destroyers (RCD) under Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy. OSI delivers Integrated Bridge and Navigation Systems as variant of its world-leading INTS. Lockheed Martin is prime contractor leading RCD program with Irving Shipbuilding.
  • PGZ Stocznia Wojenna Sp. z o.o.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-Term Partnership Agreement (LTPA) with Polish Navy shipbuilder for Miecznik frigate program (3 ships). OSI delivers INBS for Arrowhead 140/Type 31e design. PGZ SW personnel trained for installation, set-to-work, configuration, and commissioning. Navigation Laboratory and Mission System Integration Facility being developed in Poland.
  • NavantiacoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSpanish shipbuilder contracted OSI for Integrated Bridge Systems on Royal Australian Navy SEA 1654 AOR Program. OSI's INTS based IBS designed for RAN requirements. Long-standing relationship with Navantia on multiple programs.
  • Damen ShipyardscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDutch shipbuilder partnered with OSI on Portuguese Navy Multipurpose Naval Platform (MPV/NRP D. João II) and NPO3S/OPV Batch 3. Also South African Navy MMIPV program at Damen Shipyards Cape Town.
  • Irving Shipbuilding Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCanadian shipyard as prime contractor for Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy. OSI delivers IBNS for Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS), River-Class Destroyers (CSC), and Joint Support Ships through Irving's shipbuilding program.
  • BAE SystemscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBAE Systems Type 26 Global Combat Ship design selected for Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC/River-Class Destroyers). OSI's INTS-based IBNS integrated into the T26 GCS design. Also collaboration on UK Royal Navy programs including Astute-class submarines.
  • EDGE GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership bridging naval gaps in UAE. ADSB joined forces with OSI to equip RABDAN FA-400 patrol vessels with navigational systems.
  • ARCHEminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman support partner with agreement with Bundeswehr for major German Navy Upgrade RadEA. OSI and ARCHE teaming for growing German market support.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

OSI Maritime Systems competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

OSI Maritime Systems social profiles

Digital presence

OSI Maritime Systems compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance2 records

OSI Maritime Systems financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

OSI Maritime Systems leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

OSI Maritime Systems funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

OSI Maritime Systems M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about OSI Maritime Systems

What does OSI Maritime Systems do?

OSI Maritime Systems designs, manufactures, and supports integrated navigation and tactical solutions for military naval vessels and maritime security operations. Its core product is ECPINS, a proprietary military-grade Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System (WECDIS) certified to NATO WECDIS STANAG 4564 and IMO ECDIS standards, which powers integrated bridge systems (INTS), submarine dived navigation (TDNS), small craft command and control (T-ACT), mission management (IMMS), and AI-powered collision avoidance (CADA). The company delivers these systems to NATO and Allied navies worldwide, primarily through defense primes and shipyard integration on new-build and retrofit programs.

Is OSI Maritime Systems a public or private company?

OSI Maritime Systems is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.

When was OSI Maritime Systems founded?

OSI Maritime Systems was founded in 1979. It employs 251 to 500 people.

Where is OSI Maritime Systems based?

OSI Maritime Systems is headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, in the North America region.

How does OSI Maritime Systems make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Defense Hardware & Software Sales are the primary driver. The others are software Licensing & Fleetwide Licenses, in-Service Support & Sustainment, training Services and systems Integration Services.

Does OSI Maritime Systems have an API?

No public API is recorded for OSI Maritime Systems.

What industry is OSI Maritime Systems in?

OSI Maritime Systems's product category is Naval Navigation Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAGAH, Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering, with a secondary code of IMAJAJAE, Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS). Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3812.

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EIN PresswireJoint statement by Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr StørePrime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Støre met in Ottawa to reaffirm Canada-Norway partnership, including Canada's decision to join the German-Norwegian Type 212CD submarine cooperation. They agreed to pursue an enhanced Defence Cooperation Agreement and deepened Arctic security, Ukraine support, and industrial collaboration.NewswireJoint statement by Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr StøreCanada and Norway leaders met in Ottawa to reaffirm their partnership, including Canada's decision to join the German-Norwegian Type 212CD submarine cooperation. They also agreed to pursue an enhanced Defence Cooperation Agreement and deepened Arctic, Ukraine, and industrial collaboration.Cyprus Shipping News- Cyprus Shipping NewsCarnival Corporation, through its Center for Simulator Maritime Training (CSMART), completed bridge simulator tests evaluating IHO S-100 navigational data in collaboration with international hydrographic offices and maritime industry partners at ports in the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The trials tested S-100 data—which integrates electronic charts, port data, and real-time marine conditions—in confined-water environments using simulators from Wärtsilä and ECDIS systems from Teledyne and OSI Maritime Systems. The outcomes will inform ongoing S-100 standards development and future training considerations for maritime navigation.VanguardcanadaPowering the West Coast: PacifiCan’s $13.8M Bet on AI and Aerospace Defence Innovation – VanguardPacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) announced a $13.8 million investment through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII) to fund AI and aerospace defence projects across British Columbia, with recipients including the University of Victoria, Arcane Aerospace, Atreides, and OSI Maritime Systems. The University of Victoria will receive $5.4 million total to establish a satellite ground station and develop an AI-powered autonomous drone system, while the three private companies will collectively receive over $8.2 million for satellite technologies, AI-enabled unmanned systems platforms, and maritime collision avoidance systems. The funding aligns with Canada's achievement of NATO's 2% of GDP defence spending target and signals a broader government push to build sovereign defence industrial capability through regional innovation hubs.DatacenternewsB.C. gets CAD $13.8M for AI, aerospace defence projectsPacifiCan has announced CAD $13.8 million in funding for five AI and aerospace defence projects in British Columbia through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative, supporting two University of Victoria projects and three private-sector companies. The largest award of $4 million will fund the University of Victoria's Centre for Aerospace Research to establish a satellite ground station, while additional recipients include Arcane Aerospace, Atreides, and OSI Maritime Systems working on satellite technology, unmanned systems software, and maritime navigation AI respectively. The funding is part of Canada's broader Defence Industrial Strategy, under which the federal government has committed an initial $6.6 billion into the defence industrial base and supply chains.TechcouverVancouver Island Organizations Tapped to Enhance National Defence InnovationThe Canadian federal government announced nearly $14M in funding through PacifiCan for five defence innovation projects on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, part of Canada's effort to meet NATO's 2% defence expenditure target. Recipients include the University of Victoria (receiving over $5M for AI-powered drone systems and satellite ground station development), Arcane Aerospace ($3M for next-generation satellite technology), Atreides ($2.5M for AI-powered unmanned systems software), and OSI Maritime Systems ($2.9M for AI-driven maritime collision avoidance technology). The investments aim to advance Canada's defence industrial capabilities while creating jobs and supporting small- and medium-sized businesses in British Columbia's defence sector.CanadiandefencereviewPacifiCan invests $13.8M to advance defence innovation in BCPacifiCan announced an investment of over $13.8 million in five British Columbia projects through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative, targeting AI and aerospace technologies for defence applications. The funding recipients include the University of Victoria ($5.4 million combined for aerospace research and AI drone development) and three BC companies: Arcane Aerospace (over $3 million), Atreides (over $2.4 million), and OSI Maritime Systems ($2.8 million). The investments align with Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy and support its recent achievement of meeting the NATO 2% defence expenditure target.Canada.caBackgrounder: PacifiCan invests $13.8 million to advance defence innovation in AI and aerospace in British ColumbiaPacifiCan announced a $13.8 million investment in five British Columbia projects through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative, supporting cutting-edge AI and aerospace technologies. The funding recipients include Arcane Aerospace ($3.015M for satellite technology), Atreides ($2.49M for AI-powered unmanned systems software), OSI Maritime Systems ($2.88M for maritime collision avoidance technology), and two University of Victoria labs ($5.43M combined for drone systems and aerospace ground station infrastructure). The projects aim to modernize Canada's defence capabilities while strengthening British Columbia's digital technology and defence sectors.NewswirePacifiCan invests $13.8 million to advance defence innovation in AI and aerospace in British ColumbiaPacifiCan announced an investment of over $13.8 million in five British Columbia projects through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative, supporting AI and aerospace technologies including satellite infrastructure, AI-powered drone systems, next-generation satellite technology, AI-enabled software for unmanned systems, and maritime collision avoidance software. The funding was awarded to Arcane Aerospace ($3M), Atreides ($2.5M), OSI Maritime Systems ($2.9M), and the University of Victoria's Centre for Aerospace Research ($4M) and Advanced Control and Intelligent Systems Lab ($1.4M). This investment is part of Canada's broader Defence Industrial Strategy, which commits an initial $6.6 billion to strengthen domestic defence capabilities and supply chains.Canada.caPacifiCan invests $13.8 million to advance defence innovation in AI and aerospace in British ColumbiaPacifiCan announced a $13.8 million investment through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative to fund five British Columbia projects advancing AI and aerospace technologies for defence applications. Recipients include the University of Victoria ($4M for satellite ground station, $1.4M for AI drone research), Arcane Aerospace (over $3M for satellite technology), Atreides ($2.4M for unmanned systems software), and OSI Maritime Systems ($2.8M for collision avoidance software). The funding is part of Canada's broader Defence Industrial Strategy, which commits an initial $6.6 billion to strengthen the Canadian defence industrial base over coming years.