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 […]
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, […]
Thales and Optics11 Equip Dutch Submarines
A New Era of Underwater Surveillance for the Netherlands Underwater surveillance is entering a new era as the Royal Netherlands Navy modernizes its submarine fleet. Central to this initiative is the development of the Orka-class submarines, set to replace Walrus-class vessels. A crucial component of this upgrade is the integration of advanced sonar technology to […]
Why Subsea Infrastructure Needs Better Monitoring
In a recent BBC article “Subsea fibre cables can ‘listen out’ for sabotage“, Chris Baraniuk discusses protecting underwater networks and subsea infrastructure. Optics11’s CEO, Paul Heiden gave his perspective on this important topic. In today’s digital world, underwater communication cables are the backbone of global connectivity. These cables run along the ocean floor, carry over […]
PD Detection and Localization for HV Bushings: A Key Step Toward Full Substation Monitoring
First joint webinar of Optics11 and Royal SMIT. During 1 hour, our technical experts will delve deep into the world of Partial Discharge (PD) detection and localization in HV bushings, a critical aspect for enhancing the reliability and lifespan of electrical systems. Royal SMIT together with our innovative PD-monitoring solution OptiFender reached a key milestone in HV bushing monitoring. We are making another […]
NEDS 2024: Optics11 Signs Agreement to Feature Advanced Systems and Components for Orka Class Submarines.
Rotterdam, Netherlands – November 21, 2024 – Optics11, a leading Dutch high-tech company is proud to be involved in the new Dutch Orka class submarines program, ensuring superior performance and reliability for the Royal Netherlands Navy. An agreement between the company and Thales was signed at the Netherlands Defence and Security (NEDS) event by the […]
Webinar “OptiBarrier for Advanced Seabed Monitoring”
ELAC SONAR and OPTICS11 Joint Webinar: Advanced Seabed Monitoring with OptiBarrier Join a webinar on an advanced seabed monitoring with OptiBarrier that we will host together with our partner Elac Sonar. At Optics11, we recognize the vulnerabilities of underwater infrastructure and have developed OptiBarrier, an all-optical system designed to secure maritime assets. This innovative solution […]
Advanced Seabed Monitoring with OptiBarrier
In today’s interconnected world, underwater infrastructure plays a vital role in global communication and energy transmission. From submarine telecom cables to power links and pipelines, these critical assets lie on the ocean floor, often vulnerable to damage from natural forces, human activity, or malicious intent. The recent incident involving the severing of the telecoms cable […]
Power Transformers: The Grid’s Critical Shortage
The global energy sector is experiencing unprecedented demand for transformers, essential components in power grids. According to the latest article in the Financial Times “The world’s largest transformer maker warns of supply crunch”, Hitachi Energy, reports that the industry is “overwhelmed” and unable to meet the surging demand for grid equipment. This strain threatens delays […]
