About Submara
Submara is Norway's leading one-stop-shop partner for mapping, building and maintaining critical infrastructure in maritime environments.
We secure Norway's critical infrastructure — above and below water.
Submara is a national total provider of maritime contracting services. Through advanced technology, heavy construction expertise and a strict HSE focus, we solve demanding assignments for both public and private actors along the entire Norwegian coast.
Although Submara is a modern corporation, our foundation is built on decades of specialized local expertise. With academic backgrounds and roots stretching all the way back to the 1970s, we have a unique continuity and professional weight in everything we do.
We will be the industry's most innovative and reliable partner. By investing heavily in autonomous solutions, electrification and precision data, we are setting a whole new standard for safe, sustainable and efficient operations beneath the surface.
Our Values
Safety is our superstar. Safety is imperative in an industry such as subsea services and is our first priority. Before anything else, we make sure everything is safe.
Local offices and bases along the coast, providing strong professional environments and local anchoring.
We, as a market leader, take responsibility for the industry and lead as a clear leader in a broad perspective including environmental sustainability and social responsibility as a company. We deliver top quality and get to the finish line with assignments every time. All employees of Submara take responsibility in their role.
We place emphasis on finding the most economical and long-term solutions for our customers. It is critical for our customers, our employees and our shareholders that Submara is resilient and profitable in order to invest for an even better company for the future.
From local pioneers to national players
Established as a geomatics and hydrography environment with high technological maturity. Specializes in seabed mapping, monitoring, AUV/ROV-based survey services, and sustainable, emission-free solutions. Provides extensive expertise to power, transport, oil & gas, and environmental projects. Became part of Submara in 2025.
Established by professionals with roots in Sjøkompaniet AS. Built a strong regional position in construction work, salvage, and acute underwater operations in Northern Norway. Became part of Submara in 2024.
Established as a specialized underwater contractor focusing on inspection, welding, and construction work. Delivers complex projects within infrastructure and the maritime sector. Became part of Submara in 2023.
Specializes in professional construction and commercial diving, as well as underwater work in construction, infrastructure, and inspection. Became part of Submara in 2024.
Started as a regional player in construction diving. Gradually built a strong position within the power sector and challenging underwater and inland assignments. Early adopter of ROV technology and specialized in tunnel and power plant inspections. Became part of the Submara group in 2023.
Established in 1988. Possesses extensive professional expertise in inland diving, waterways, dams, and power. A significant part of the company's development has been its specialization in inland diving: diving assignments in rivers and lakes. Became part of Submara in 2024.
The company has roots dating back to 1986, when it was established as Geir Øye AS. Over time, it developed into a regional player in diving and contracting services in Møre og Romsdal, based in Skåla, Molde. The business has traditionally focused on underwater work, inspections, and work related to quay and concrete structures, as well as the installation and maintenance of cables and pipes in the sea. Became part of Submara in 2024.
The company was established in 2016, but builds on a professional environment with roots dating back to 1985, with extensive experience in geo-scientific and technical surveys. This expertise has now been continued and integrated into Submara Survey AS. A strong player in geophysics and geodata companies, specializing in multibeam echosounders, photogrammetry, seismics, and tunnel/infrastructure inspections. Has strengthened Submara's technological and analytical capacity in mapping above and below water. Became part of Submara in 2025.
An early-established underwater contractor in Western Norway. Has grown steadily with strong deliveries to the public sector, contractors, and industry. Over 40 years of continuous operation and professional development. Became part of Submara in 2023.
Established in 1982 as a further development of operations dating back to 1965. A leading player in ship, rig, and construction inspections, as well as large port and infrastructure projects. Strong HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) and certification culture. Became part of Submara in 2023.
Established by Hans Lundsett and Jon Georg Walle in 1980. It has evolved from traditional diving operations into a medium-sized engineering and contracting company with strong expertise in water and wastewater (VA), underwater contracting, and infrastructure. Long-standing continuity and a strong regional presence in Southern and Eastern Norway. Became part of Submara in 2025.
One of Norway's oldest professional diving and underwater companies. The company emerged during the pioneering phase of modern commercial diving. Established in 2014 as a further development of operations dating back to 1976. Diving technology is central to subsea pipelines, trenching, water and wastewater (VA), and ROV operations. In 2023, Dykkerteknikk became part of Submara, and changed its name to Submara Prosjekt in October 2025.
Through many stages, it still exists today as IMC Diving, which became part of Submara in 2023.
Uncompromising security at all levels
For us, safety is not just a requirement in tendering processes — it is the very foundation of the company. With demanding operations in rough waters, we systematically work to our zero vision for injuries to personnel, material and the environment.
Through strict procedures and the use of remote-controlled technology (ROV/USV), we remove personnel from the greatest risk zones. Our people should always come like the whole home.
Our work is subject to strict industry requirements and standards. We deliver millimeter precision and proven quality that extend the life of our customers' critical infrastructure.
Our professional communities regularly drill down on safety procedures and new methods. We are always prepared for the unforeseen, regardless of depth and weather conditions.
Sustainable solutions for the coast of the future
Submara leads the way in the green shift. We use advanced technology and emission-free solutions to protect both assets and the marine environment.
Emission free vessels
With our autonomous vessels (USV), we reduce CO2 emissions by up to 95%.
Gentle waters
Electric ROVs minimize acoustic noise and protect marine wildlife in the depths.
Electric ROV systems perform heavy maintenance without disturbing the marine ecosystem. (illustration picture)
Circular economy
Precise maintenance prevents breakdowns and saves society enormous resources.
Safety and HSE
Autonomous solutions remove personnel from risk zones. Safe people, safe seas.
Framework and guidelines
To ensure that our marine operations and data collection have minimal impact on the vulnerable ecosystem, we work systematically with environmental management. Our operations are ISO 14001 certified, which commits us to continuous improvement of our environmental footprint.
We have integrated several of the UN's sustainability goals into our operational model. Our primary focus is on Goal 14 (Life in the Sea) through gentle use of underwater technology, and Goal 9 (Innovation and Infrastructure) by securing critical infrastructure along the coast.
As a responsible provider of community-critical infrastructure, Submara is committed to promoting decent working conditions and basic human rights. In line with the Transparency Act, we work systematically to survey and assess our supply chain and our business partners. Our annual statement and documentation of our ESG work will be made available here.
Certified for precision and safety
We operate according to the strictest requirements of the industry. Our certifications are your guarantee that the operations we perform are held to the absolute highest standards.
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