KONGSBERG expands Aegir SSA sonar family alongside virtual operator for maritime security and navigation

Kongsberg introduced the Aegir17 and Aegir57N at Euronaval 2026, bringing its Subsea Situational Awareness sonar range to three models alongside the existing Aegir57. The lower-frequency Aegir17 provides long-range, 360-degree coverage for larger platforms, while the Aegir57N is intended for uncrewed surface vessels, fixed sites and installations with limited space. Kongsberg also expanded its partnership with Viam to develop a virtual sonar operator using artificial intelligence to help interpret underwater data for navigation and infrastructure protection, and scheduled its first commercial Aegir delivery for November 2026.