Boeing has entered into an agreement to acquire Liquid Robotics, a developer of the Wave Glider unmanned surface robot, to grow its seabed-to-space autonomous capabilities.
“With Liquid Robotics’ innovative technology and Boeing’s leading intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions, we are helping our customers address maritime challenges in ways that make existing platforms smarter, missions safer and operations more efficient,” said Leanne Caret , president and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
Liquid Robotics will become a subsidiary of Boeing operating under its current business model and reporting to Kory Mathews, vice president of Autonomous Systems for Defense, Space & Security.
“I am proud of our team, culture, and relentless commitment to designing the best ocean surface robot in the maritime industry,” said Gary Gysin , president and CEO of Liquid Robotics. “This acquisition allows us to leverage the strengths of one of the world’s leading global companies while continuing to push our innovation to new levels.”
The terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Completion of the transaction is subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, the company said.