dotOcean NV – Belgium – Marine Drones for Water Mapping and Monitoring
dotOcean NV is a Belgian pioneer in autonomous maritime technology, blending cloud robotics with seafaring tradition. From its base in Bruges – a city intertwined with waterways – dotOcean has charted a course at the cutting edge of unmanned vessel control and waterborne data collection. The company’s signature innovations, from self-navigating survey drones skimming port waters to smart sensors probing the depths of muddy channels, exemplify Europe’s drive for high-tech solutions to maritime challenges. Born as a small venture over a decade ago, dotOcean today is helping redefine how we monitor and secure our seas. Its unmanned surface vessels and control software have moved beyond prototypes to real-world deployments, catching the attention of naval planners and port operators alike. In an era when the EU champions technological sovereignty and sustainability, dotOcean’s story – turning local engineering expertise into strategic maritime capability – offers a glimpse into the future of European autonomous seapower.