Sea Teknik Robotics has officially set sail into the maritime technology sector, promising to disrupt traditional underwater operations with its innovative, multifunctional robotics platform. The Singapore-based startup, founded by former seafarer Suhaimee Nosman and technical expert Lina Soho, aims to tackle the industry’s reliance on fragile workarounds with its flagship innovation, the M.A.V.E.R.I.C (Modular, Autonomous, Versatile, Engineered for Robotic, Inspection & Cleaning).
Nosman, drawing from his firsthand experience at sea, underscores the need for a smarter approach to marine maintenance and inspection. “We’ve been on board, at sea, and in the boardrooms. We know how much the industry relies on fragile workarounds. With the MAVERIC, we’re introducing a smarter way to work beneath the surface,” he asserts. The MAVERIC is designed to depart from conventional, single-function underwater systems, offering a modular, adaptable platform for various tasks, including hull cleaning, biofouling assessments, non-destructive testing, seabed mapping, and marine infrastructure monitoring.
The MAVERIC’s hybrid cleaning method, which integrates mechanical and hydrodynamic systems, is set to revolutionize hull cleaning—a critical yet hazardous task traditionally performed by divers or large, cumbersome machines. The MAVERIC’s lightweight, maneuverable form can be deployed from a ship, shore, or small craft by a small team, reaching spaces that bulky systems can’t. This innovation enables both reactive and proactive cleaning, giving vessel operators flexibility to maintain hull condition without extensive downtime or costly dry-docking.
Moreover, the MAVERIC’s operability is a game-changer. It can be piloted by a ship’s existing crew, requiring only entry-level training. This democratization of underwater robotics empowers more vessels to conduct on-the-spot inspections and maintenance, reducing reliance on scarce and expensive specialist contractors. It also enables vessels to remain operational during routine inspections or light maintenance, improving asset availability, streamlining compliance, and avoiding the costs of ship downtime.
Soho highlights the broader implications of the MAVERIC’s technology. “When we think about sustainability in maritime, it’s not only about emissions. It’s about people, time, and intelligent resource use. The MAVERIC is our answer to a future that demands more from fewer people, less from the planet, and everything from technology.”
As Sea Teknik Robotics prepares for a commercial rollout in the first quarter of 2026, the company is seeking strategic collaborators to help accelerate development, particularly in the safety-focused applications of the MAVERIC. Organizations and individuals with expertise in robotics, maritime safety, and systems integration are invited to join the company’s mission in transforming underwater work from dangerous, slow, and siloed to intelligent, efficient, and safe.
The launch of Sea Teknik Robotics and the MAVERIC platform signals a shift in the maritime industry towards smarter, more sustainable, and efficient underwater operations. As the sector grapples with increasing environmental regulations and a skilled labor shortage, the MAVERIC’s modular, adaptable design could set a new standard for marine maintenance and inspection. The technology’s potential to reduce emissions, minimize downtime, and democratize underwater robotics could reshape the industry’s approach to hull cleaning and other critical tasks. As Sea Teknik Robotics continues to develop and refine the MAVERIC platform, its impact on the maritime sector is poised to be significant and far-reaching.