Marine Thinking Inc.

06/27/2025

We’re excited to be featured by Halifax Partnership in their recent article highlighting Marine Thinking’s journey and progress in the ocean tech sector.

Our focus is on developing advanced autonomous control systems that power next-generation marine platforms — helping to make ocean operations safer, smarter, and more efficient.

It’s great to see Halifax’s tech and innovation community shine, and we’re proud to be part of it.

🔗 Read the full article here:
https://halifaxpartnership.com/news/article/marine-thinkings-innovative-technology-business-boosted-by-smartbusiness

For Marine Thinking, a Halifax-based startup that provides software solutions for small autonomous vessels, Halifax Partnership was able to provide the…

06/16/2025

What a week it’s been connecting with the brilliant minds driving marine innovation in Atlantic Canada!

Last week, we took part in both the H2O Conference and - two dynamic gatherings that brought together industry leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of ocean tech.

Huge thanks to the organizers — Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia and COVE — our partners Canada's Ocean Supercluster, NORBIT Subsea, Nova Scotia Community College, and all the fellow innovators who continue to push boundaries through collaboration, vision, and cutting-edge solutions.

Events like these remind us how important it is to stay connected, share ideas, and support each other as we navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.

We’re excited to build on these new connections and continue moving ocean technology forward—together.

06/10/2025

Marine Thinking is live at the H2O Conference in Halifax!

We’re excited to connect with innovators, industry leaders, and fellow ocean tech enthusiasts.

Stop by Booth 404 to meet our team and learn more about what we do in the autonomous marine space.

05/22/2025

Coming to H2O 2025 in Halifax? Let's connect!

📍 Halifax Convention Centre, Booth 404 | June 10–11
📍 COVE, Dartmouth | June 12, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Our team is showcasing the latest BlueBoat USV Powered by Marine Tensor: https://www.marinethinking.com/blueboat-usv/

05/14/2025

Successful Deployment in Taiwan!

We’ve completed the successful delivery and testing of our advanced BlueBoat USV with our partners at the Department of Geomatics - 國立成功大學 National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), and GLOBAL ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., bringing autonomous marine technology into new waters.

Equipped with our Payload Integration Hub and NORBIT Subsea multibeam sonar, this BlueBoat USV solution successfully completed all operational tests, demonstrating reliable performance and full readiness for hydrographic field deployment.

✅ Stable autonomous operation
✅ Real-time remote connectivity
✅ Live data visualization and capture
✅ On-the-fly mission planning

This delivery marks an exciting milestone in our global collaboration efforts and demonstrates the adaptability of our BlueBoat platform in supporting academic and commercial marine research initiatives.

A big thank you to the team at NCKU and GLOBAL ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. for their trust and enthusiasm—looking forward to seeing the BlueBoat in action across Taiwan’s coastal and inland waters!

03/28/2025

Honoured and truly a pleasure to meet Canada’s Prime Minister, Mark Carney! 🇨🇦 during his visit to Halifax.

Canada’s strong support for innovation continues to drive advancements in marine technologies. Our autonomous vessel technology would not be possible without the tremendous support from all levels of government agencies.

We are incredibly grateful for the projects and funding opportunities from NRC, ISC, DFO, NRCan, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, SDTC, Invest Nova Scotia, and Halifax Partnership, which have helped drive our work forward.

A big thank you to COVE for building a strong ocean ecosystem and providing the opportunity to showcase Canadian innovation to the world. Together, we are shaping the future of autonomous marine technology. Exciting times ahead! Go Canada Go! 🚀🌊

02/21/2025

Cracking Ice & Advancing Marine Innovation! ❄️

The tandem of our autonomous Marine Tensor system on BlueBoat and the Cerulean MBES is proving to be a powerful combination for efficient and affordable underwater mapping.

As we continue testing in real-world conditions, this duo is demonstrating its ability to enhance hydrographic and oceanographic research with cutting-edge autonomy and data accuracy.

Oh, and did we mention BlueBoat is also an Icebreaker?😆❄️.
Watch as it effortlessly cracks through a thin layer of ice, showing that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about resilience too!

Stay tuned for more updates as we push the boundaries of marine autonomy.

01/16/2025

We’re also excited to announce the $3.8M AI-Powered Vessel Automation Toolkit Project, supported by Canada's Ocean Supercluster. This groundbreaking initiative will transform existing vessels into smart, autonomous vessels with enhanced operational efficiency, autopilot capabilities, and AI-powered route optimization.

Led by Marine Thinking, in collaboration with ACEL POWER, this project will bring major advancements to Canada’s fishing, offshore energy, and marine transportation sectors. Key innovations include:
✅ AI-powered navigation & route planning
✅ Autonomous detection of ghost gear in deep waters
✅ Improved catch monitoring & maritime safety
✅ Advanced data visualization & remote control

By making AI-driven vessel automation more accessible, we’re strengthening Canada’s position as a leader in maritime innovation while supporting sustainable fishing and economic growth.

Again, a huge thank you to Canada's Ocean Supercluster for making international collaborative projects like this possible. Special thanks to DeepSense for their support on AWS architecture consultation, contributing to innovation in the ocean sector. Together, we’re driving the future of ocean AI technology and working toward Canada’s ambitious goal of growing its ocean economy to $220B by 2035. 🌊🚢

01/16/2025

Advancing Ocean Innovation with Amphibian UWILD 🌊

Exciting news! 's Ocean Supercluster has announced three new ocean innovation projects, including the $940K Amphibian UWILD Remote Robotic Platform Project—a game-changer for ship hull inspections 🚢🔍

Led by Marine Thinking in collaboration with Innvotek and Innovate UK, this project will enhance the speed, accuracy, and safety of underwater inspections while reducing reliance on diving crews. Marine Thinking will develop a Launch and Recovery System (LARS) to ensure seamless deployment, operation, and retrieval of Innvotek’s Amphibian UWILD—a cutting-edge robotic solution designed to clean and inspect ship hulls with precision.

By leveraging robotics and AI, this initiative will not only boost efficiency in the shipping industry but also create high-value job opportunities and contribute to the global sustainable ocean economy.

A huge thank you to 's Ocean Supercluster and Innovate UK for making international collaborative projects like this possible. Together, we’re driving the future of marine technology and supporting Canada’s ambitious goal of growing its ocean economy to $220B by 2035 🚀🌊

https://oceansupercluster.ca/project/canadas-ocean-supercluster-announces-940k-amphibian-uwild-remote-robotic-platform-project/

01/10/2025

Cold Weather, Hot Progress!

Despite the chilly weather at COVE today, we kept moving forward, testing and improving our object detection and obstacle avoidance technology 🚢🔍

No matter the conditions, we're committed to innovation—refining our autonomous solutions to make maritime operations smarter and safer.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to navigate the future of marine technology! 🌊⚡

12/04/2024

We’re excited to share the successful completion of our project with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | Innovation, and National Research Council Canada

As part of this important initiative, Marine Thinking delivered and deployed our Marine Guardian Boat to Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council (NSTC). Representing seven First Nations along the North Shore of Lake Huron, Mamaweswen is dedicated to promoting the cultural, economic, and environmental well-being of its member communities. We are honored to contribute to their efforts with our innovative solutions.

The deployment was carried out at Lake Dunlop and facilitated by Sonya Cloutier, Emergency Management Coordinator. We also had the privilege of meeting Allan Moffatt, CEO of Mamaweswen, whose leadership is instrumental in advancing regional goals. The Marine Guardian, equipped with cutting-edge autonomous technologies, will play a vital role in supporting search and rescue operations and driving innovation in the region.

While winter conditions and access restrictions posed some challenges, the deployment at Lake Dunlop marks a key milestone in this project. Despite the weather-related limitations, the collaboration and determination of everyone involved ensured a successful handover of the Marine Guardian.

We look forward to seeing the Guardian’s impact in enhancing safety and autonomy in the region. A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible individuals and organizations who contributed to this success! Together, we are driving innovation in marine technologies and empowering communities. 🙌