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Making waves in 2025: A Year of innovation, partnerships and growth for Greenroom Robotics
Making waves in 2025: A Year of innovation, partnerships and growth for Greenroom Robotics
2025 was a pivotal year for Greenroom Robotics.
Across defense, commercial operations, research and regulation, we scaled autonomy in real-world conditions, deepened trusted partnerships, and expanded our global footprint.
Highlights from a year of growth, partnerships and industry recognition.
We got to work with some very innovative customers
Driving sustainable survey operations with EGS Survey
Fremantle-class uncrewed surface vessel operated by EGS Survey.
Greenroom’s collaboration with EGS Survey continued to demonstrate what uncrewed maritime operations can deliver at scale. Autonomy-enabled survey missions using Fremantle-class uncrewed surface vessels achieved:
- Up to 94% reduction in fuel consumption
- Operating cost reductions of up to 75%
Compared to conventional survey vessels, EGS Survey’s USVs operate with significantly lower fuel burn while supporting extended missions with minimal environmental impact. We’re very proud to be supporting EGS Survey as they address growing demand for sustainable ocean mapping.
In December, the partnership expanded into a fleet-wide agreement, under which all future Fremantle-class USVs will be equipped with Greenroom’s GAMA autonomy system, accelerating the shift toward cleaner, lower-impact hydrographic operations.
Enhancing whale protection in Sydney Harbour with NRMA Marine
Lookout+ supporting safer whale-watching operations from Sydney Harbour.
In Sydney Harbour, Lookout+ was deployed aboard Fantasea Avalon, operated by NRMA Marine, supporting safer whale-watching operations during the migration season.
The system assisted crews by:
- Detecting whales at distances of up to one kilometre
- Providing early alerts to support safe vessel separation
- Reducing the risk of vessel strikes, a major contributor to whale mortality globally
The collaboration was featured nationally across 10 News, 7 News and 9 News, highlighting the role of AI in conservation-focused maritime operations.
Unlocking precision operations with Tenggara Explorer
Historically, achieving the positional accuracy required for subsea inspection, survey or ROV work meant chartering large DP-class vessels with associated fuel consumption, specialist crew requirements and high daily costs.
In 2025, GAMA was retrofitted onto the 33-metre multi-purpose vessel Tenggara Explorer, delivering DP-like control through software-driven predictive control.
GAMA retrofitted onto the 33-metre multi-purpose Tenggara Explorer.
By automating the coordination between helm and thrusters, GAMA enables:
- Precision station keeping comparable to DP-class vessels
- Estimated day-rate reductions of up to 80%
- Lower fuel use and improved operational safety
For onboard crews, this translates to reduced workload at the helm and greater focus on mission execution and safety.
We strengthened strategic partnerships
SubSea Craft
SubSea Craft CEO, Camilla Martin, and Greenroom CEO James Keane sign teaming agreement at Indopac.
A new teaming agreement with SubSea Craft marked an important step in strengthening collaboration across the AUKUS technology ecosystem.
The agreement supports further development of SubSea Craft’s Maritime Autonomy Reconnaissance System (MARS) through integration of Greenroom’s autonomy software, while creating new opportunities for joint development in Australia.
With a shared emphasis on agility, autonomy and mission readiness, the partnership is already delivering tangible outcomes.
Austal
Following extensive trials and testing, Greenroom strengthened its collaboration with Austal, enabling future Austal vessels to be delivered autonomy-ready using Greenroom’s GAMA and Lookout+ technology.
A key focus of this partnership is rapid integration, with autonomy and AI capabilities deployable in as little as five days, significantly reducing time to capability.
Hyperion Systems
Greenroom was selected as the autonomy partner for Hyperion Systems’ 3D-printed uncrewed surface vessels, manufactured in Western Australia.
The partnership combines Hyperion’s large-format additive manufacturing capability with Greenroom’s autonomy stack, reinforcing WA’s position as a center for rapidly deployable unmanned maritime platforms.
Curtin University
A strategic partnership with Curtin University brought together academic research excellence and operational autonomy expertise.
The collaboration focuses on advancing AI, computer vision and robotics across marine surveillance, autonomous navigation and hazard detection, strengthening Australia’s sovereign capability in maritime autonomy.
3ME Technology
From a friendship formed competing in the Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race, to a partnership strengthening Australian sovereign maritime innovation.
Announced in October, Greenroom’s partnership with 3ME Technology builds on a long-standing relationship between the two leadership teams, formed through sailing and the Sydney–Hobart Yacht Race.
The agreement brings together 3ME’s advanced power and propulsion systems, including hybrid propulsion for USVs and pressure-tolerant batteries for AUVs, with Greenroom’s autonomy and situational awareness software, supporting innovation across defence and commercial maritime applications.
Defense access, regulation and global reach
In 2025, Greenroom was granted AUKUS Authorized User status by the Australian Government.
This license-free export approval enables rapid delivery of Greenroom technology to the United States and United Kingdom, supporting closer collaboration and faster capability deployment under AUKUS Pillar II.
The milestone significantly reduces export friction for allied customers, enabling trusted autonomy solutions to be deployed with greater speed and confidence.
Greenroom also continued regulatory collaboration with Bureau Veritas, jointly contributing to the development of frameworks governing autonomous systems and helping shape the future regulatory landscape for safe and reliable operations.
Making our mark in the US
In 2025, we welcomed Alex Bertram to Greenroom as our new General Manager for the Americas, marking an important step in accelerating our presence across the region.
Bringing a strong mix of operational experience and strategic insight, Alex has been instrumental in driving Greenroom’s expansion across defence, commercial and science-led maritime domains throughout the Americas.
Momentum increased with Greenroom’s participation in the Global Growth Accelerator Program, where Greenroom was one of 12 companies supported by the WA Government to fast-track critical technologies into the US market. Building on this success, we also announced a partnership with Eureka Naval Craft focused on enabling autonomy-ready naval platforms.
In 2026, we’re excited to continue unlocking new partnerships and opportunities across the region.
Our trophy cabinet grew bigger
CEO James Keane, CTO Zac Pullen and COO Harry Hubbert at the WA Defence Industry Gala.
Throughout 2025, Greenroom was recognized by industry and government for its contribution to innovation across the maritime and defence sectors.
Key recognition in 2025 included:
- Minister’s Award for Excellence in Defence Industry (SME), WA Defence Industry Gala
- WA Innovator of the Year, presented by the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
- Finalist, Australian Financial Review’s Most Innovative Companies
- Marine Technology Reporter Top 100
- Finalist, Craig Black Innovation & Technology Award, Subsea Energy Australia
Together, these awards reinforced growing confidence in Greenroom’s approach as autonomy transitions from experimentation to everyday maritime operations.
Looking ahead
None of this progress would be possible without the people behind it. We’re deeply grateful to the whole Greenroom team for the dedication, creativity and persistence they bring to advancing our mission every single day.
We’re equally thankful to our customers and partners for their trust and collaboration. Working alongside operators who challenge us, share their insights and push the boundaries of what’s possible continues to inspire us to keep innovating and improving.
As we look back on 2025, we’re proud of the ground we’ve covered, from operational deployments and strategic partnerships to global expansion and regulatory progress. With strong foundations in place, we’re excited about the accelerated growth ahead in 2026.
Above all, we remain focused on our mission: modernising maritime operations to enable safer, cleaner and more protected oceans.