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 […]
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 […]
Optics11’s Role in Strengthening Dutch Defense Capabilities through the Orka Program
The Dutch defense industry is set to receive a substantial boost with the recent signing of the Industrial Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between The Netherlands and Naval Group. This agreement lays the foundation for a partnership that will not only modernize the Dutch submarine fleet but also foster long-term collaboration between Dutch high-tech companies and Naval […]
PD Monitoring in Cable Terminations: field test
Partial discharge (PD) monitoring in a high-voltage operating substation is often associated with plenty of restrictions and hesitation. One might think there is more hassle than benefit. OptiFender proves otherwise. In a recent field test conducted at a 400kV substation in Denmark, OptiFender was deployed to monitor and localize PD in gas-filled cable terminations. Here […]
Fiber Optics and Maritime Security: Insights from Mark Jacobs
In an era of escalating threats, the development of new detection technologies is crucial for safeguarding critical infrastructure. Mark Jacobs, CCO of Optics11, highlights our company’s advancements and collaboration with the military to ensure maritime security in the North Sea. Recently he gave an interview to “Follow the Money” magazine. Fiber optic sensing technology is […]
Monitoring Europe’s Seabed: How Optics11 Empowers Maritime Security
New technologies at the forefront of protecting Europe’s seabed and underwater Navy Tech 2024 that took place in Tallinn, Estonia, through 30th January – 1st February, 2024 brought together experts from different fields. They discussed problems and solutions for the maritime security and what modern solutions can bring to the table. Naval forces around the […]
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, […]
Netherlands Naval Forces Conduct Groundbreaking Trial of Optics11’s OptiArray for Enhanced Submarine Surveillance
This is a translation from Dutch, based on the original post from the Dutch Ministry of Defense Blog. Navy tests underwater eavesdropping system with submarine Better ears underwater thanks to optical fiber technology Optics11 – Defense and the Dutch company Optics11 have tested the brand new sound system OptiArray. This can detect, recognize and track […]
