AquaHub – Strategic-Technological Analysis (European Defense Context)
AquaHub is a Polish deep-tech startup founded in 2024, focusing on innovative modular docking and charging systems for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV/ROVs)[1][2]. It positions itself to fill a key capability gap: enabling unmanned maritime drones to recharge and operate continuously without surface support. By providing “reliable wireless recharging” for sea drones, AquaHub aims to enhance around-the-clock surveillance of ports, pipelines, and offshore infrastructure[2]. This technology directly contributes to European strategic autonomy by reducing dependence on foreign equipment for critical naval operations. In a NATO context, AquaHub’s platform could support multi-domain deterrence (by strengthening maritime ISR and mine-countermeasure patrols) while aligning with interoperability goals. This report examines AquaHub’s organizational profile and technology suite, assessing how it aligns with EU and NATO defense priorities, and evaluates its impact on strategic autonomy, deterrence, and supply-chain resilience.