A Kochi-based underwater robotics firm, supported by Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), played a key role in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official delegation to Norway. The company participated in the India–Norway CEOs Roundtable and the High-Level Business and Research Summit in Oslo, highlighting India’s deepening cooperation with Norway in ocean technologies and the blue economy.
During the summit, the firm’s co-founder and Chief Technology Officer presented a strategic roadmap for enhancing collaboration between India and Norway in areas such as subsea engineering, green shipping, and autonomous underwater systems. The proposal included the establishment of an ‘India–Norway Marine Tech Innovation Corridor’ to foster joint research programs and innovation platforms.
The Kochi startup also suggested partnerships in aquaculture technologies, port infrastructure modernization, and AI-powered marine monitoring systems. The firm emphasized Norway’s expertise in subsea engineering and offshore technology, positioning it as a natural partner for India in the maritime technology sector.
Industry experts view the participation of this Kerala startup in high-level international engagements as a testament to the evolving landscape of India’s innovation economy. The presence of such specialized deep-tech firms in strategic collaborations signifies India’s increasing prominence in the global technology arena.
Kerala Startup Mission’s CEO hailed the firm’s involvement in the summit as a significant milestone for the state’s startup ecosystem and a recognition of Indian deep-tech ventures on the global stage. The robotics company, known for its industrial-grade underwater drones, recently secured a substantial contract from the Indian Navy, solidifying its position in the country’s underwater robotics industry.
The startup’s development of an AI-powered platform for marine data analytics and predictive asset management further underscores Kerala’s emergence as a hub for cutting-edge technologies related to the blue economy.
