From Vulnerable to Vigilant: Protecting the Unseen Arteries of the Global Economy
Introduction: The New Undersea Battlefield: Why CUI Protection is the Foremost National and Economic Security Imperative The Invisible Arteries Under Threat Beneath the waves lies a vast, unseen network of infrastructure that forms the backbone of the global economy and modern society. This Critical Underwater Infrastructure (CUI)—comprising subsea fiber-optic cables, energy pipelines, and power interconnectors—is […]
OptiFender: Optics11 Redefines Asset Health with Ultra-Early, High-Precision PD Monitoring for Future-Proof Grids.
OptiFender: Optics11 Redefines Asset Health with Ultra-Early, High-Precision PD Monitoring for Future-Proof Grids. Optics11 introduces OptiFender, setting a new standard in predictive maintenance for critical electrical infrastructure. PRESS RELEASE AMSTERDAM, JUNE 3, 2025 | Optics11, a leader in advanced fiber optic sensing solutions, today announced the launch of OptiFender, its groundbreaking partial discharge (PD) monitoring […]
OptiBarrier Launch: Immediate, Over-the-Horizon Threat Detection — 24/7
Optics11 today unveiled OptiBarrier®, a fibre-optic sensing curtain that deploys a distributed array of passive seabed hydrophone pods to provide continuous, real-time situational awareness over tens of kilometres, with no electronics in the wet end. By detecting, classifying and locating threats early, OptiBarrier buys navies, energy operators and infrastructure owners the precious minutes they need […]
Optics11 secures €17 million to protect Europe’s critical infrastructure from growing threats
Funding accelerates advanced fiber optic sensing solutions, providing urgently needed lifetime extensions to Europe’s energy grid and subsea security across the continent. PRESS RELEASE AMSTERDAM, MAY 15, 2025 | Optics11, a Dutch deeptech scale-up that builds advanced fiber optic sensing solutions, announced a €17 million funding round as Europe’s infrastructure faces mounting pressure and exposure. […]
Why Remote PD Monitoring Is Critical in Offshore Environments
Offshore Substation Partial Discharge Monitoring: A Critical Innovation for Energy IslandsHow Optifender is Transforming Remote Condition Monitoring and Ensuring Reliable Power Delivery Introduction: The Growing Importance of Offshore Substations and Energy Islands With the rapid expansion of wind farms and the emergence of energy islands, the offshore energy sector has evolved dramatically. At the heart […]
Heathrow Airport Shutdown – A preventable scenario
1 Incident at a Transformer – 1,351 Cancelled Flights – Over 150,000 People Affected – Countless Families Kept Apart – Hundreds of Millions in Economic Damage Heathrow Airport, the UK’s busiest aviation hub, ground to a halt due to a massive power outage triggered by a fire at a nearby electrical substation. In a single, […]
Webinar: Mastering PD Localization in Transformers with OptiFender
During 1 hour, our technical experts will delve deep into the world of Partial Discharge (PD) localization in transformers, a critical aspect for enhancing the reliability and lifespan of electrical systems. What can you expect?
Pioneering Success for the Optics11 Defense team at Blue Accelerator.
At Optics11, we’re not just about innovative technology; we’re about the brilliant minds that make our advancements possible. Today, we’re celebrating the exceptional team responsible for one of our most significant achievements to date: the successful deployment and testing of our OptiBarrier system at the prestigious Blue Accelerator platform. Kudos to Martijn Roubus, Ekrem Sahin, […]
Optics11 Announces Paul Heiden as New CEO.
Amsterdam, March 12, 2024 – Optics11, the world leader in fiber optic sensing technology, proudly announces the appointment of Paul Heiden as its Chief Executive Officer. Paul, with a proven track record in executive high-tech leadership roles, is set to elevate Optics11’s mission to help protect our sea-lanes and harbors, critical offshore infrastructure, and energy […]
Revolutionizing Transformer Monitoring: Optics11’s Breakthrough in Oman
In a groundbreaking field operation, Optics11 has once again positioned itself at the forefront of the energy sector’s technological evolution. Our recent collaboration with NAMA Group and the indispensable support from Golden Gate Bridge Trading & Services LLC (GGB), our local agent in Oman, have paved the way for a new era in transformer monitoring […]
