Blueshield
The North Sea and Baltic Sea are among the busiest sea areas in the world and contain important assets for generation and transportation of energy and telecom. With sabotage and espionage becoming a daily reality, protecting infrastructure in and undersea is critical for our societies. The Blueshield consortium brings together all capabilities needed for real time situational awareness on our seas.
Blueshield integrates high tech real time data feeds from a wide range of sensors (radar, sonar, acoustics, video) below and above sea level and other data streams, we are able to create a real time threat detection system covering both areas as also specific assets. Moreover, by making use of unmanned surface vehicles and subsurface vehicles we are able to respond quickly to increase awareness based on suspect events and objects.
In the data integration platform we do both real time and historical analysis and track suspect movements. In our real time applications we offer insight both via standard GIS interfaces as also immersive experiences that allow collaboration in a share data environment.
Together Esri Nederland, ELAC, ASN, XRF, Lobster, Nautrik and League Geophysics form a strong European consortium showcasing how integrating a wide range of high tech real time data feeds and analysis help to protect our societies from sabotage and espionange.
Consortium participants
Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) protects critical underwater infrastructure through cutting-edge Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) and fibre-based sensors. The OptoDAS interrogator provides 150+ km range and high SNR. ASN cable threat monitoring software tracks seabed interference (anchors, trawlers) from 2-3 km away from cables as well as surface vessels (10+ km)."
A market leader in hydroacoustic systems. We are innovative hydroacoustic experts dedicated to open standards, allowing customers maximum involvement and freedom to operate. Our product portfolio includes sonar solutions, underwater communication systems as well as navigation and multibeam echo sounders.
We develop bio-inspired electric sensors that detect and classify objects on the seabed and in the water column. This “electric sense” adds a new dimension to subsea perception, beyond acoustics, magnetic and optics. Our expertise spans the entire development chain: electric sensing, electronics, signal processing, mechanics, and software.
Making the Northsea safe and resilient, Esri Nederland delivers the ArcGIS geospatial platform integrating data streams, AI‑driven analysis, and Common Operational Picture—enabling fast, reliable, shared situational awareness to protect subsea infrastructure and support coordinated action during SeaSEC 2026.
JDS is an innovative German company specialising in real-time transportation data solutions,maritime analytics and maritime intelligence. JDS focuses on collecting, analysing, and processing transportation and mobility data, particularly for maritime, logistics, and security applications. The company provides customised vessel tracking, data-driven risk detection, port intelligence, and real-time multimodal data solutions to a range of private and industrial clients.
We specialise in transforming complex geophysical datasets into clear, actionable intelligence for offshore and subsea operations. Transforming raw geophysical and survey data into clear, actionable insights through advanced analytics, noise reduction, and interpretation techniques. Designing and configuring multi-sensor systems for precise geophysical data acquisition, ensuring seamless hardware communication and reliable field performance. Delivering real-time geophysical data processing and analytics at source, reducing latency and improving decision-making during offshore and onshore operations.
Lobster Robotics is a high-tech company based in the Netherlands. We design, manufacture, and rent out fully integrated underwater drones, delivering high-resolution seabed insights with minimal effort. By combining cutting-edge robotics, automation, and data processing, we eliminate the tradeoffs between scale, precision, and efficiency. Trusted by industry leaders, we are setting new standards for how seabed intelligence is acquired, verified, and applied to critical decision-making.
Nautrik is a Swedish company that develops autonomous maritime systems for the defense and security sector. Nautrik focuses on persistent unmanned platforms and sensor systems that contribute to enhanced maritime situational awareness and increased operational presence at sea.
XRF is a European defence technology company developing AI-native, multi-domain Command & Control ecosystems. Our platform integrates XR, tactical edge applications, autonomous systems and sensor fusion to enhance maritime and land situational awareness. XRF was named Top 10 Innovator at NATO CWIX 2024 and selected for NATO DIANA 2026 cohort.