What OceanAlpha does

OceanAlpha Group Ltd., founded in 2010 and headquartered in Hong Kong, designs and manufactures unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and water rescue robots serving marine survey, offshore energy, inland water, maritime security, water rescue, and firefighting applications. The company has grown to 481+ staff with offices in mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Qatar, and has delivered more than 3,980 USV units across 55 countries to 590+ users, supported by 534 granted patents and an 85,000 sqm standardized manufacturing base. Its portfolio spans at least 11 vessel platforms (V180, V20, L42, L25, L25C, M40P, SL40, SL20, M75, L30, plus Dolphin 3/1 lifebuoys and Fire Conqueror) organized into Marine Survey, Inland Water Survey, Water Rescue, Firefighting, and Maritime Security categories.

The core of OceanAlpha's technology stack is the proprietary USV6.3 Control Platform — an autonomous control system deployed on 600+ vessels, supporting remote control, fully autonomous navigation, and local emergency driving with dual-redundant hardware/software architecture and millisecond-level failover. The platform integrates COLREGs-compliant collision avoidance fusing radar, AIS, LiDAR, and visual camera data, complemented by the OCEAN Eye intelligent identification system and a modular payload architecture that accepts third-party sonars and sensors (Teledyne, EdgeTech, Kongsberg, NORBIT, Trimble, R2Sonic). Deep-water capability is anchored by the V180 USV-ROV System (DP2-enabled, 180-tonne displacement, work-class ROV integration to 3,000m depth) and the V20 with 30-day unattended endurance and Sea State 4 ROV launch/recovery.

OceanAlpha generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of USV platforms and integrated sensor/mission bundles, supplemented by training, certification, and technical support services. Pricing is quote-based for enterprise and government customers, with reference points ranging from USD 11,500 for the Dolphin 1 lifebuoy to multi-million-dollar offshore survey vessels. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales (CNOOC, Shell, Hamburg Port Authority, Brazilian Navy, Malaysian Maritime Department, NMDC Energy, Vale, Compass Survey) with a Global Strategic Partner Program offering exclusive country-level partnerships, pre-assembled USV fleets for partner deployment, structured installment plans, and co-branded marketing support across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.

Name

OceanAlpha

Legal name

OceanAlpha Group Ltd.

Website

https://oceanalpha.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

OceanAlpha is a Hong Kong-based manufacturer of unmanned surface vehicles and water rescue robots, serving marine survey, offshore energy, maritime security, water rescue, and firefighting customers across 55 countries with a proprietary USV6.3 autonomous control platform and 11+ vessel models.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Unmanned Surface Vehicles (Marine Robotics)

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV) & Autonomous Maritime Surface Platforms (IMABAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Maritime Unmanned Systems (USV/UUV) & Control Stations (IMABAKAJ), Marine & Underwater Robotics (USVs/UUVs) (HDAAAIAH), Subsea Construction & IMR Vessel Newbuilds (CSV, DSV, ROV Support) (IMAJACAD), Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV) & Autonomous Subsea Platforms (IMABAIAF)

Keywords

• Unmanned surface vehicles
• Marine survey vessels
• Autonomous maritime robotics
• Hydrographic survey systems
• Water rescue robots

Headquarters

HQ city

Wan Chai

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. USV Platform Sales: OceanAlpha generates revenue primarily through the sale of Uncrewed Surface Vessel platforms and water rescue robots. Products span multiple series (L, M, V, SL, Dolphin) serving marine survey, inland water, maritime security, water rescue, and firefighting applications.
2. Integrated Sensor and Mission System Sales: OceanAlpha bundles third-party sonar, navigation, and imaging equipment (e.g., Teledyne multibeam sonar, EdgeTech side-scan sonar, Kongsberg systems) as part of integrated mission solutions, adding value through payload integration and software.
3. Training and Support Services: OceanAlpha provides on-site training, operational guidance, and ongoing technical support to partners and end-users, including certification programs for USV operators.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OceanAlpha designs, manufactures, and sells Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) platforms and water rescue robots for marine survey, inland water survey, maritime security, firefighting, and water rescue applications. The portfolio spans 10+ vessel models (V180, V20, L42, L25, M40P, SL40, SL20, M75, L30, Fire Conqueror) and the Dolphin water rescue robot series, all powered by the proprietary USV6.3 autonomous control platform. Revenue is generated through hardware sales, integrated sensor/payload solutions, and supporting training and operational services for enterprise and government customers worldwide.

Product overview

OceanAlpha is a world-leading manufacturer of Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs) offering a comprehensive portfolio of marine robotics solutions. The product lineup consists of core USV platforms organized by application category: Marine Survey USVs (V180, V20, L42, L25, M40P) for offshore hydrographic and geophysical surveys with advanced sensor integration; Inland Water Survey USVs (SL40, SL20) for river and shallow water bathymetric operations; Maritime Safety USVs (M75, L30) for security patrol, surveillance, and logistics; and Specialized USVs including Fire Conqueror for firefighting and rescue applications. Complementing the vessel platforms are water rescue robots (Dolphin 3, Dolphin 1) designed for emergency response and swimmer rescue. OceanAlpha's USVs feature the proprietary USV6.3 autonomous control platform enabling autonomous navigation, dynamic positioning, and multi-vessel coordination. The Maritime Intelligent Security System provides an integrated command platform combining USVs with radar and aerial assets for comprehensive maritime domain awareness. The V180 USV-ROV System represents the latest innovation combining DP2-enabled offshore USV capability with work-class ROV for deep-water subsea inspection, maintenance, and repair operations at depths up to 3,000 meters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• V180 USV DP2-enabled offshore Marine Survey USV Platform with 180 t full-load displacement, dual moonpools, and open-deck layout for large-scale offshore oceanographic surveys and deep-water subsea inspection, maintenance, and repair operations at up to 3,000 m depth with integrated work-class ROV.
• V20 USV 15-metre class all-in-one integrated offshore USV purpose-built for fully unmanned subsea inspection and marine survey operations with up to 30-day unattended endurance, Sea State 4 ROV launch and recovery, dual diesel/electric power, and flexible modular payload design.
• L42 USV Long-Endurance USV for Offshore Hydrographic and Geophysical Surveys featuring hybrid power with over 1,500 km operational range (8 days at 4 knots) and adaptable payload integration for multibeam echosounder, towed side-scan sonar, towed magnetometer, sub-bottom profiler, and USBL positioning.
• L25 USV Unmanned Surface Vessel dedicated for Marine Hydrographic and Geophysical Surveys with over-the-horizon capability, multi-sensor hub integration, autonomous navigation around obstacles, integrated automated towfish system, and validated 33 km over-the-horizon survey capability.
• M40P USV Multi-purpose USV platform for offshore wind farm operations, hydrographic surveys, geophysical surveys, and subsea pipeline inspection with adaptable sensor integration and towed acoustic monitoring capabilities.
• SL40 USV Compact USV for Inland Waterway Hydrographic and Bathymetric Survey with 1.65 m length, 15 cm draft for super-shallow water access, 5 m/s maximum speed, and modular payload integration for various survey equipment.
• SL20 USV Compact USV for Inland Waterway Bathymetric Survey and Water Discharge Measurement, designed for river and canal operations with shallow-water access capabilities.
• M75 USV High-Performance USV for round-the-clock patrol, logistics, and oil spill detection with integrated radar detection, self-driving and rescuing modules, outstanding night-shift performance, and autonomous multi-mission capability including high-speed surveillance and water rescue.
• L30 USV High-Performance Multi-Mission Unmanned Vessel for maritime security operations including security patrol, target tracking, night surveillance, and logistics support.
• Dolphin 3 Water Rescue Robot Next-Generation self-propelled Water Rescue Robot reaching distressed swimmers 3x faster than Olympic-level athletes; remote-controlled up to 800 m with video camera feedback, designed for lifeguards in dangerous waters and extreme conditions including coastal emergencies.
• Dolphin 1 Remote-Controlled Lifebuoy Remote-controlled Lifebuoy water rescue device; 33-pound battery-powered unit carrying up to 500 lb combined weight, communicating with persons in distress, designed for firefighters and emergency crews.
• Fire Conqueror USV High-Performance Unmanned Surface Vehicle engineered for marine fire emergencies; designed for marina firefighting, coastal waterway firefighting, and ports firefighting operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in overall operating costs; survey of 2,728 sq km completed in 55 days vs. planned 80 days using 5-vessel L25 fleet in Greater Bay Area.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability14 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered key and minor.

• Nordés Tech (Spain)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 November 2025Exclusive distributor of Dolphin 3 in Spain. Partnered with Club Salvamento Acuático Laracha and Galician Federation of Rescue and Civil Protection for sea rescue demonstrations, integrating Dolphin 3 into rescue operations.
• Compass Survey (Nigeria)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 July 2025Nigerian hydrographic survey company receiving L42 USV delivery in July 2025, supported by on-site training in Lagos. Compass Survey enhances West Africa's offshore surveying capabilities and is the first African participant in OceanAlpha's Global Strategic Partner Program.
• Tara AdvisorykeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Tara Advisory co-hosted the L25 USV demonstration in Port Klang, Malaysia in June 2025, leveraging expertise in autonomous systems to ensure practical validation. Also partnered in December 2024 for the four-day USV training program for the Malaysian Maritime Department's USV Hydro Squadron.
• SINOkeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Strategic partner supporting the L25 USV demonstration at Port Rashid, Dubai from May 26-29, 2025. SINO collaborated with OceanAlpha and Sitech Gulf to showcase tailored solutions for offshore energy, hydrographic surveying, and smart port development in the Middle East.
• Sitech GulfkeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Strategic partner supporting the L25 USV demonstration at Port Rashid, Dubai. Sitech Gulf contributed to the event combining static vessel displays with dynamic demonstrations of autonomous navigation, sensor integration, and real-time data collection for Middle Eastern energy and maritime sectors.
• Teledyne MarinekeyTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2025L25 USV demonstrated with Teledyne Marine's T20 Multibeam Sonar as part of the multi-sensor hub capability, integrated with Teledyne PDS software for seabed mapping, sediment analysis, and subsea structure detection.
• EdgeTech MarinekeyTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2025L25 USV demonstrated with EdgeTech Marine's 4125 Side Scan Sonar as part of the integrated multi-sensor survey capability for the Dubai demonstration.
• Rossbro Engineering (Canada)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023Exclusive distributor of Dolphin 1 and Dolphin 3 in Canada. Has sold units to fire departments in Ontario, British Columbia, Hamilton, and Burlington, and facilitated the Saint-Zotique beach demonstration in Quebec.
• Storm Geomatics Ltd. (UK)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022UK partner utilizing OceanAlpha SL40 USV with NORBIT sonar for riverbed scanning (Scotland, CivTech programme), wide-swath bathymetric surveys on the River Aire (UK), and Loire River surveys (France). Part of OceanAlpha's distributor network.
• Kongsberg MesotechkeyTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2020Kongsberg provided and integrated sonar equipment and mission systems including M3 sonar (dual transducers for image and bathymetric data) for the SL40 USV deployed at the Port of Hamburg. Kongsberg Mesotech M3 sonar uses two sets of transducers for underwater inspection of docks and berth cleaning.
• CADDEN Technology Services (France)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2019France-based partner presenting SL40 USV survey solution and live demonstration at the R2D3 conference, showcasing R2Sonic 2020 MBES-equipped USV on the Loire River.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Saildrone: US-based unmanned surface vehicle manufacturer focused on ocean data collection, defense surveillance, and hydrographic survey using wind- and solar-powered USVs. Directly comparable to OceanAlpha's L25/L42/V180 marine survey and maritime security use cases, particularly for ocean mapping and persistent ISR missions.
• SeaRobotics: US-based manufacturer of unmanned surface vehicles for hydrographic survey, port security, and environmental monitoring. Directly comparable to OceanAlpha's SL40/L25 survey and M75/L30 security product lines, particularly in shallow-water and protected-waterway applications.
• ECA Group: French unmanned maritime systems company producing USVs, UUVs, and mine countermeasures systems for naval and hydrographic customers. Comparable to OceanAlpha's maritime security and V180 USV-ROV IMR offering, with similar dual focus on defense and survey.
• Exail (formerly iXblue): French company producing USVs and AUVs for hydrography, defense, and offshore energy, alongside inertial navigation and acoustic systems. Comparable to OceanAlpha in bundling proprietary navigation/positioning hardware with unmanned surface platforms for survey and mine countermeasures.

Broad incumbents

• Kongsberg Maritime: Norwegian maritime technology major offering USVs, underwater positioning, sonar systems, and integrated autonomy stacks. Identified alongside OceanAlpha as a key global USV player; comparable because it sells USV platforms and bundled mission sensors to hydrographic and naval customers — often competing head-to-head via overlapping sensor suppliers (Kongsberg Mesotech) and procurement channels.
• L3Harris Technologies: US defense prime with an unmanned maritime surface vehicle portfolio (including the former ASV Global business) serving naval, hydrographic, and security customers. Comparable to OceanAlpha in targeting government/naval buyers for ASW, mine countermeasures, and hydrographic USVs — but with deeper defense clearances and balance sheet.
• Atlas Elektronik (Thales): German unmanned underwater and surface vehicle manufacturer owned by Thales, serving naval and hydrographic markets. Comparable to OceanAlpha's V180 deep-water USV-ROV IMR offering and naval security USVs through an overlapping mine countermeasures and seabed survey customer base.
• Teledyne Marine: Marine instrumentation group offering multibeam sonars, side-scan sonars, and integrated survey solutions used on OceanAlpha's L25 and other platforms. Both an integration partner and a credible competitor for end-to-end unmanned survey solutions as Teledyne increasingly bundles sensors with vehicle platforms.

Emerging players

• Hydromea: Swiss subsea robotics company developing autonomous underwater vehicles and USV integration for inland water and infrastructure inspection. Comparable in addressing ultra-shallow water autonomous survey and tunnel/reservoir inspection — overlapping with OceanAlpha's inland water SL-series applications.
• Subsea Tech (and other PURE/EU USV makers): Smaller French specialist producing compact USVs and mini-ROVs for inspection, security, and environmental monitoring. Comparable to OceanAlpha's SL40 and M40P at the small-to-mid USV tier, particularly in harbor security and shallow-water inspection use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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