Subsea Europe Services enters USV market with the C-RECON 13-ES

Subsea Europe Services (SES) GmbH, a leading provider of marine technology solutions for the offshore energy and ocean science sectors, has entered the Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) market with its first in-house developed platform, the C-RECON 13-ES.

Set to enter service in early 2026, the 4-metre, all-electric vessel is designed to simplify USV operations by combining performance, versatility, and zero-emission sustainability. Purpose-built for hydrographic surveys, environmental monitoring, and offshore asset inspection, the C-RECON 13-ES allows cuts survey costs, reduces risk to personnel, and expands access to areas where traditional crewed survey vessels are limited.

With a low-logistics launch capability from small vessels, marinas, or even directly off the beach, and a 200 kg payload capacity, the all carbon-fibre design balances practicality and ease of ownership. Zero emission, battery-powered propulsion enables safe and compliant operation in environmentally sensitive zones.

Payload integration and sensor management, a frequent pain point when mobilising USVs, are simplified through their proprietary ‘plug and sail’ C-KONTROL technology. This ensures smooth installation of a wide range of survey and inspection sensors and accelerates launch readiness.

Additional innovations, such as SES’ tool-free C-Lock quick-mount deck system, universal C-Fit underwater payload interface and C-Caster profiling winch, further simplify vessel setup, helping operators maximise survey time and focus on high-quality data acquisition and delivery.

Available initially in a 4-metre (13 foot) length, the unique modular approach SES has taken to manufacturing the Q-RECON means that shorter and longer hull lengths can be accommodated by simply adding or removing ready-made hull sections, such as an extra battery pack or UAV hanger.

🎤 “Autonomy is not just about technology, it’s about enabling better business outcomes,” said Sören Themann, CEO of Subsea Europe Services. “With the C-RECON 13-ES, we’re providing a solution that helps European operators cut complexity, control costs, and deliver better results for their clients.”

SES has already helped bring advanced autonomous systems into commercial projects across Europe, from surveying busy ports to wind farm impact studies. With the launch of its own platform, SES is strengthening its position as a complete solutions provider, offering integrated payloads from leading manufacturers, training, and maintenance, but now also the vehicle that ties everything together.

🎤 Sören Themann added “C-RECON 13-ES represents the next stage in our growth. By building platforms in-house, we can deliver turnkey solutions that unlock the full value of autonomy for offshore energy, ocean science customers, and through our FLANQ business unit, defence.”

📃📸: Subsea Europe Services