NORFOLK, VA – June 4, 2026 – Mare Custos, an international maritime robotics and subsea intelligence company specializing in AI-enabled underwater inspection technologies, today announced the establishment of operations within the Hampton Roads Alliance’s IDEA Lab in Downtown Norfolk. The company will utilize the IDEA Lab as a strategic U.S. presence to support business development, ecosystem engagement, and exploration of regional market opportunities across offshore wind, shipbuilding, defense, and subsea infrastructure sectors.

The expansion marks Mare Custos’ first official presence in the United States and reflects the company’s growing international focus on maritime autonomy, subsea intelligence, and dual-use applications supporting both commercial and defense-related markets. The company initially connected with regional economic development leaders through SelectUSA, and has since identified Hampton Roads as a strategic entry point for evaluating U.S. market opportunities and building a long-term manufacturing presence.