Skana Robotics helps fleets of underwater robots communicate with each other

Skana Robotics, a Tel Aviv-based startup founded in 2024, has developed an innovative AI-driven communication system for fleets of underwater autonomous vessels. Their fleet management software, SeaSphere, enables submersibles to communicate and share data over long distances underwater without surfacing, thereby avoiding exposure risks. This system allows individual vessels to autonomously adapt their behavior and coordinate tasks in real time while pursuing a common mission. The technology also has applications in securing underwater infrastructure and supply chains, addressing a critical challenge in multi-vessel, multi-domain operations. The AI algorithms powering this capability are based on older, mathematically driven models rather than the latest, less predictable large language models. According to AI scientist Teddy Lazebnik, this approach prioritizes explainability, predictability, and generality over raw performance, which is crucial for reliable decision-making in complex underwater environments. Skana is currently targeting government and European maritime sectors, driven by increased security concerns amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The company is in