Posted on March 31, 2025
Advancing mine countermeasures
Modern naval threats are evolving, and so are the technologies to counter them. That’s why Royal IHC is partnering with ELWAVE in the European Extended Mine Countermeasures (E=MCM) programme. This is an ambitious initiative, co-funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF), to enhance naval mine countermeasure (MCM) capabilities.
At the core of this collaboration is a high-end seabed crawler equipped with Elwave’s Octopulse sensor, powered by the biomimicry-based CEDAR® (Controlled Electric Detection and Ranging) technology. This breakthrough system enhances mine detection and classification, even in challenging conditions such as high acoustic noise, electromagnetic interference, or poor visibility.
As a leading maritime technology supplier, Royal IHC provides their expertise in robust subsea crawler technology, knowledge gained in underwater mining. Elwave, a deep-tech company based in Nantes, France, specialises in advanced sensing technology. Its CEDAR® system, inspired by electric-sensing fish, enables real-time detection of mines, UXO, cables, and seabed structures.
“Partnering with Royal IHC presents Elwave an opportunity to integrate our sensors into one of the most robust seabed crawlers in the world, enabling even greater achievements.” – Gary BAGOT, Sales Director, Elwave
Together, Royal IHC and Elwave are advancing the future of underwater surveillance and mine countermeasures. For more information, get in touch with us. A demo will take place at the SeaSEC Challenge Weeks in Scheveningen (NL).
