Kedge

What Kedge does

Kedge (operating as ADEC Kedge) is an Australian marine survey, naval architecture, and maritime consultancy firm headquartered in Hobart, Tasmania, providing AMSA- and MNZ-accredited statutory survey, design, and compliance services to domestic commercial vessel operators, shipbuilders, government agencies, insurers, and maritime developers. Founded in 2016 by Adam Brancher, the firm has completed more than 4,000 vessel surveys over its 7-year operating history and claims over 85% market share of domestic commercial vessel survey services in Tasmania. In March 2023, Kedge was acquired by ADEC Innovations, a Swiss-headquartered global sustainability and data innovation group with 4,000+ employees across 27 sites in 20 countries, rebranding to ADEC Kedge.

Core offerings span nine service lines: Marine Surveys & Compliance, Marine Consultancy Services, Marine Assurance & Expert Witness Services, Maritime Decarbonization Strategies, Marine Incident & Oil Spill Response Services, ESG Solutions, Vessel Demolition & Deconstruction, Marine Incident Investigation Services, and Marine Technical Training. The company also operates AusClass, a sub-brand domestic classification society established in 2019 to develop rulesets for alternative propulsion systems (hydrogen, electric, hybrid) targeting AMSA Flag Recognized Organization status. Technical differentiation rests on regulatory accreditations, a senior team including a former MAST senior Naval Architect, Human Factors/HCD capability supported by PhD-level research, and multi-flag state surveyor authorizations. The firm holds ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications renewed in May 2025 with DNV, and is pursuing ISO 27001.

The business model is project-based professional services revenue across multiple streams: marine survey, naval architecture, maritime consultancy, training (SNAME/RINA-accredited Dry Dock Training at AUD 3,350-3,650 per participant), and AMSA application administrative support. Go-to-market is direct and consultative, driven via phone (1300 899 596), email, website contact forms, and a worldwide correspondent network inherited from ADEC Innovations. Customer segments span eight verticals including coastal and inland commercial vessels (primary), maritime developers and innovators, government agencies, insurance, ports/waterways, banks, maritime legal, and recreational vessels, with named clients including Maritime New Zealand, New Zealand Defence Force, Transdev Sydney, Richardson Devine Marine, Sentinel Boats, and the National Museum of Australia.

Name

Kedge

Legal name

Kedge Pty Ltd

Website

https://kedge.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ADEC Kedge is a Tasmania-based, AMSA- and MNZ-accredited marine survey and naval architecture firm serving commercial vessel operators, shipbuilders, government agencies, insurers, and maritime developers across Australia, New Zealand, and internationally through statutory surveys, design, decarbonization, and consultancy services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Survey and Naval Architecture Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Classification Society & Flag-State Liaison / Plan Approval Support (IMAJAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Safety, Risk & Compliance Engineering (SOLAS, Class Rules, HAZID/HAZOP, FMEA) (IMAJAGAJ), Ship & Port Security Audits, Inspections & Certification (Flag/Class/PSC Support) (TLAHANAD), Concept & Feasibility Naval Architecture (Requirements, Trade Studies) (IMAJAGAA)

Keywords

• Marine survey services
• Naval architecture consulting
• Vessel compliance auditing
• Maritime decarbonization advisory
• Incident response services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sandy Bay

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Marine Survey Services: Professional services revenue from conducting statutory surveys, plan approvals, stability assessments, and safety management system audits for domestic commercial vessels. Revenue generated through project-based engagements with vessel owners, operators, and regulatory bodies.
2. Naval Architecture Services: Design, approval, and consulting services for vessel modifications, new builds, and specialized maritime projects including hydrogen propulsion and electric/hybrid solutions.
3. Maritime Consultancy: Advisory services including ESG solutions, incident investigation, insurance assessment, expert witness services, and regulatory compliance consulting.
4. Marine Technical Training: Dry Dock Training courses delivered in partnership with DM Consulting, accredited by SNAME and RINA, with course fees ranging from AUD 3,350-3,650 per participant.
5. AMSA Application Support: Administrative services for assisting vessel owners with AMSA applications including Certificate of Survey, Temporary Operations, and Special Exemptions. Administrative fee applies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ADEC Kedge provides AMSA and MNZ-accredited marine survey services and naval architecture consultancy for commercial vessel operators, insurers, and government agencies. Core offerings include statutory and plan approval surveys, stability assessments, vessel design, maritime decarbonization consulting, incident response, expert witness services, and SNAME/RINA-accredited Dry Dock Training. The firm also operates AusClass, a domestic classification society for alternative propulsion standards.

Product overview

ADEC Kedge is a marine survey and maritime consultancy services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional services for the maritime industry. The core offering centers on AMSA and MNZ-accredited marine survey services (Marine Surveys & Compliance) combined with naval architecture and engineering consultancy (Marine Consultancy Services). These are supported by specialized services including Marine Assurance & Expert Witness Services, Maritime Decarbonization Strategies, Marine Incident & Oil Spill Response Services, ESG Solutions, Vessel Demolition & Deconstruction, Marine Incident Investigation Services, and Marine Technical Training. As a subsidiary of ADEC Innovations, Kedge also operates AusClass, a domestic classification society focused on alternative propulsion standards. The company primarily serves commercial vessel operators, insurance companies, government agencies, and maritime developers across Australia, New Zealand, and internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AusClass: A domestic classification society established by ADEC Kedge in 2019 to introduce innovative standards and regulations for future fuel technologies and alternative propulsion systems for the Australian commercial vessel fleet, with the aim of becoming an Australian Flag Recognized Organization.

Products and services

• Marine Surveys & Compliance AMSA and MNZ-accredited marine survey services for domestic commercial vessels, including initial surveys, renewal surveys, periodic surveys, and plan approvals for hull, machinery, electrical systems, fire systems, and stability documentation.
• Marine Consultancy Services Naval architecture and engineering consultancy for vessel design, stability assessments, modifications, and regulatory compliance advisory services for commercial and recreational vessels.
• Marine Assurance & Expert Witness Services Insurance support, assurance services, and expert witness testimony for maritime incidents, including condition and valuation surveys for insurance and financing purposes.
• Maritime Decarbonization Strategies Consultancy services for vessel fleet decarbonization, including alternative fuel assessments (hydrogen, electric, hybrid), emission reduction strategies, and green transition planning for commercial vessels.
• Marine Incident & Oil Spill Response Services Emergency response and incident management for marine oil spills and maritime accidents, including containment, cleanup operations, and environmental protection services.
• ESG Solutions Environmental, Social, and Governance consultancy for maritime operators, including sustainability reporting, ESG compliance, and environmental performance assessment for the blue economy.
• Vessel Demolition & Deconstruction Safe and environmentally responsible vessel decommissioning, including hazardous material removal (asbestos, lead-based paints), systematic dismantling, and waste recycling with regulatory compliance.
• Marine Incident Investigation Services Maritime safety incident investigation services focused on establishing causes, raising risk awareness, and recommending safety measures to prevent recurrence.
• Marine Technical Training Professional development programs including Dry Dock Training (accredited by SNAME and RINA), AMSA survey accreditation preparation, and specialized maritime engineering training.
• AusClass Domestic Classification Society Domestic classification society that introduces standards and regulations for future fuel technologies including hydrogen, electric, and hybrid propulsion systems for Australian commercial vessels, with the stated goal of achieving 50% of eligible Australian vessels by 2035.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 4,000 vessel surveys completed in 7 years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• UNITARminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2024ADEC Kedge founder Adam Brancher presented Blue Economy webinar in collaboration with UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research). Webinar focused on 'Blue Economy – Pathways to Prosperity in South-West Asia' targeting government leaders, maritime professionals, researchers, and environmental organisations.
• CIFAL LebanonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2024Co-host of Blue Economy webinar with ADEC Kedge and UNITAR. CIFAL Lebanon is hosted by Global CEO Alliance, established 2023, empowering individuals and organizations with knowledge and skills for sustainable development and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• Global CEO AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2024Co-host of Blue Economy webinar with ADEC Kedge, CIFAL Lebanon, and UNITAR. Global CEO Alliance hosts CIFAL Lebanon and facilitates collaborative partnerships for sustainable development.
• ADEC InnovationscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 March 2023ADEC Innovations acquired Kedge Pty Ltd and Southern Ocean Carbon Company in March 2023. Kedge operates as a subsidiary under ADEC Innovations, leveraging ADEC's information management capabilities and global reach. ADEC Innovations is a global leader in data innovation, impact sourcing, and sustainability solutions with 4,000+ employees across 27 operating sites in 20 countries.
• DM ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with DM Consulting, recognized worldwide as a leading authority on dry-docking of ships and vessels, for delivering 4-day Dry Dock Training courses. Training accredited by Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SNAME) and Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA). Presented by Alex Stiglich, co-owner of DM Consulting.
• World Maritime UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerADEC Kedge contributed as research partner to salmon aquaculture vessel study led by World Maritime University (WMU), investigating safety and operational practices in salmonid sector. Examined regulatory framework, crewing qualifications, environmental legislation, and certification requirements.
• Maritime New ZealandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADEC Kedge surveyors served as integral members of Technical Advisory Group (Fire) working with Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) on the 40-Series reform project. Project objective was to overhaul regulations concerning design, construction, and equipment standards for domestic commercial ships.
• AusClasscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAusClass is a domestic classification society established by ADEC Kedge in 2019 to introduce innovative standards and regulations for future fuel technologies. Objective is to become an Australian Flag Recognized Organization through AMSA process. Rules offer clear process for decarbonization of shipping with greater specificity than current Class Rules.
• Southern Ocean Carbon CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired alongside Kedge by ADEC Innovations in March 2023. SOCC was established to study and commercialise giant kelp and other seaweed production for carbon capture and sequestration, biomass creation, and other beneficial uses of sustainable marine resources.
• Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADEC Kedge personnel are AMSA-accredited for domestic commercial vessel survey work. Company provides survey services under AMSA regulatory framework and is pursuing AusClass recognition as AMSA Flag Recognized Organization.
• Maritime New Zealand (MNZ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADEC Kedge personnel are MNZ-accredited for domestic commercial vessel survey work. Active collaboration on 40-Series reform project for domestic commercial ship regulations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Class NK (Nippon Kaiji Kyokai): Japanese classification society providing ship classification, surveys, and decarbonization advisory. Directly comparable to Kedge's survey and classification offerings, particularly on alternative fuel and decarbonization rule development.
• Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore: Global classification society providing ship classification, statutory surveys, and plan approval services. Directly comparable to Kedge's core AMSA/MNZ survey and AusClass classification society activities, though Bureau Veritas serves ocean-going vessels across a far broader geographic footprint.
• Lloyd's Register: One of the world's largest marine classification societies offering ship classification, statutory certification, and marine advisory services. Closely comparable to Kedge's classification society ambitions (AusClass) and its broader marine assurance service line.
• China Classification Society: Chinese classification society providing ship classification, surveys, and certification services. Comparable to Kedge on classification society operations and statutory survey scope, particularly relevant for vessels in Australian-China trade routes.
• American Bureau of Shipping (ABS): US-based classification society providing ship classification, statutory surveys, and engineering advisory. Comparable to Kedge on classification and survey services, though focused on larger international tonnage.
• DNV Maritime: Global classification society providing ship classification, surveys, and maritime advisory. Directly comparable to Kedge across surveys, plan approvals, and decarbonization advisory; notably also serves as Kedge's ISO certification body.
• Korean Register of Shipping: Korean classification society delivering ship classification, plan approval, and maritime advisory services. Comparable to Kedge across survey, classification, and decarbonization advisory service lines.
• RINA Services: Italian classification society offering ship classification, certification, and marine consulting globally. Directly comparable to Kedge's classification and survey scope, including Dry Dock Training co-accreditation relevance.

Emerging players

• Glosten: US-based independent naval architecture and marine engineering firm focused on commercial and research vessels. Comparable to Kedge's naval architecture and vessel design service line as a similarly sized specialist consultancy.

Broad incumbents

• BMT Group: UK-headquartered maritime engineering consultancy providing naval architecture, vessel design, and marine advisory. Comparable to Kedge's naval architecture and consultancy service line at a much larger and more diversified scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/kedgemarine

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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