Marine survey outfit MMT has been acquired by marine robotics company Ocean Infinity.
The acquisition will enable Ocean Infinity to enhance its fleet of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), plus its Armada fleet of uncrewed robotic ships, shortly due for launch, the company said.
Ocean Infinity said it will be “uniquely placed” to support its international clients’ data acquisition requirements, working across multiple sectors, including offshore renewables and subsea cables.
Following the acquisition by Ocean Infinity, MMT will continue to operate under the MMT brand.
The enlarged group will have a headcount of over 300 people and will operate from an expanded geographical footprint with offices in the US, Sweden, UK, Singapore and Norway.
MMT CEO Per-Olof Sverlinger said: “These are two world-leading companies with highly complementary competencies that are joining to strengthen our unique positions and our continued international expansion and development.
“This is a highly positive development for all MMT stakeholders.
“Our clients will continue to receive our trademark, personalised levels of support, but will now also be able to access an expanded range of services.
“For our team it opens many exciting opportunities and the chance to be on the cusp of the wave at a time of real change in our industry.”