KONGSBERG secures US government contract for underwater capabilities

The modification to the Prototype Other Transaction Agreement, valued at USD 54 million, is primarily driven by the delivery of a broad range of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), alongside associated underwater capability components.

Strengthening long-standing U.S. collaboration
KONGSBERG CEO Eirik Lie said the contract reflected continued trust in the company’s underwater technology and delivery capabilities.

“This contract continues our collaboration with DIU and the US Navy and reflects confidence in KONGSBERG’s autonomous underwater technology. We remain focused on delivering reliable systems for demanding operational environments. It also demonstrates the value of our dual-use portfolio in delivering defence capabilities and further strengthens our position as a technology and defence company,” said Lie.

KONGSBERG has more than 30 years of proven experience in autonomous underwater vehicles. The company continues to develop and deliver trusted large AUV systems for defence and commercial customers worldwide.

Contracts worth NOK 1.7 billion
Camilla Kiss, Executive Vice President, KONGSBERG, and President of the Discovery division, said the award reflected continued demand for autonomous underwater systems across defence and commercial markets.

“Autonomous underwater systems are a core part of KONGSBERG’s technology portfolio. So far in 2026, we have signed AUV contracts worth a total of NOK 1.7 billion across all markets. This progress supports our strategic ambition to grow in undersea warfare and strengthens the foundation for continued development,” said Kiss.

KONGSBERG has worked in the undersea​ domain for 30 years, developing defence missionised, robust​ systems with highly trusted autonomous capabilities.​ According to Kiss the pace of technological change has never been faster.​

“Advances in artificial intelligence, edge processing and​ autonomy are enabling platforms to undertake increasingly​ complex missions with greater persistence and operational​ effectiveness. We are at the forefront of this development,” she said.