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Drass is always proud to support young students in their passions and their educational growth, and for this reason the DRASS Sport Scholarship for the Don Bosco Basketball boys team has become an important annual event on the youth sports calendar here in Livorno. This year the event reached its tenth year anniversary and five...
1 Nov. 2024 The vessel, currently under construction for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN), was delivered by DAPA (Defense Acquisition Program Administration) to the Korean Navy. The primary function of an auxiliary submarine rescue ship is to rescue crew members from distressed submarines. The ROKS Ganghwado, measuring 120 meters in length and 19 meters...
In Livorno on October 22, 2024, at the suggestive sea-view Palazzo Pancaldi, DRASS hosted its first Techport event. Characterized by a practical and in-depth approach, this specialized event explored the methodology technology and solutions for monitoring critical infrastructures subsea with key topics including Underwater Situation Awareness and Underwater Drone Swarming. Bringing together leading experts and...
Interchangeable with D-ONE AIR Pod, D-ONE PLUS Pod is specifically designed to protect divers in dirty water and is certified according to EN 15333-1. When the PLUS Pod is installed on the D-ONE helmet, the diver can choose to operate in either surface-vent mode or open-circuit mode. D-ONE PLUS allows the highest achievable grade for...
As part of DRASS' contract with the Italian Navy for a next-generation Submarine Rescue System, DRASS has been delivering specialized training to COMSUBIN, the Navy's SMER (Submarine Rescue & Escape) professionals. Over the past six weeks, intensive classroom sessions have been held at DRASS headquarters, providing technical knowledge to SMER operators on the new deployable...
Thanks to the exceptional teamwork, professionalism, and expertise at DRASS, we continue to lead in cutting-edge technology in commercial diving, defence, and subsea rescue worldwide. 📉✍🏼🤿 The collaboration of our in-house dedicated teams of engineers, designers, submariners, project/production/warehouse managers, divers, and every member of staff, contribute daily to DRASS' success. Together we continue to push the...
The Royal Institution of Naval Architects Warship Technology Journal 2024 Q1 Available now for public view, discusses the rising demand for underwater naval systems, for the protection of submariners and subsea infrastructure, and DRASS' central role as supplier to the Italian Navy over the decades, from DRASS Submarine Rescue Vehicle SRV300 aboard Submarine Rescue Ship...
DRASS is committed to continually advancing technology in the underwater domain, addressing future challenges and evolving client requirements effectively. To this end, DRASS has been the first to understand the importance of compact submarines and is the only company with a proven track record covering the entire spectrum of submersibles. DRASS solutions also include SDVs,...
On June 13th, DRASS was delighted to host a delegation from the Polish Navy - Rear Admiral Włodzimierz KUŁAGIN, Head of Armament Division, and Captain (N) Cezary GNOZA, Head of Naval Weapon Systems. The visit began with a tour showcasing DRASS' extensive archives of naval and diving innovations dating back to the early 1900s. Continuing...
On June 11th, DRASS had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Dongil Shipyard led by President Sung Tae KIM. The visit presented the opportunity for the signing of two significant agreements, namely the partnership agreement for the future submarine rescue ship ASR-II vessel 2 and the distribution agreement for the spare parts made by...
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In Livorno on October 22, 2024, at the suggestive sea-view Palazzo Pancaldi, DRASS hosted its first Techport event. Characterized by a practical and in-depth approach, this specialized event explored the methodology technology and solutions for monitoring critical infrastructures subsea with key topics including Underwater Situation Awareness and Underwater Drone Swarming. Bringing together leading experts and...
This week, from June 17-21, DRASS is participating at the NATO SMERWG (Submarine Escape & Rescue Working Group) 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Showcasing DRASS' new generation subsea technology during a week of technical panels and exhibitions are Defence System Design Coordinator, Davide D'Alessio, and Commercial Manager, Enrico Pitzalis. DRASS S.A.V.E.R. system, consisting of deployable assets...
Sharing photos following another fantastic event in Farnborough that provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with our clients and Navy delegations. Drass' timely conference symposium held in the Submarine Technology Theatre, entitled: S.A.V.E.R. – New Rescue Systems for New Challenges in the Underwater Domain, focused on the versatility of Drass rescue and intervention assets, and...
DRASS is glad to share some pictures from Navy Technology Exhibition held in Tallinn - Estonia, 30th January to 1st February 2024. DRASS once again thanks all those who stopped by for a visit and discussion about DRASS cutting-edge technology and solutions.
DRASS promotes local children's charity event The "Derby delle Stelle(tte)" charity event, organized by the Italian Naval Academy, took place on 3 March 2023 at Modigliani Sports Stadium in Livorno. This friendly match between local basketball teams "Libertas Livorno 1947" and "Pielle Livorno”, saw teams go head-to-head until the final score in a tournament dedicated...
English version Genoa, 20 February 2023 The new SDO-SuRS (Special and Diving Operations - Submarine Rescue Ship) unit is the response of the Navy and the national shipbuilding industry to support special operations, underwater operations, and the rescue of distressed submarines, as well as the growing need to protect vital underwater infrastructure in the Mediterranean...
DRASS Group is happy to share some pictures from our company Christmas dinners in Italy and Romania. During the evening, all our staff spent a wonderful time together, with great food and wine, great music, and of course excellent company! Happy Holidays and best wishes from everyone at DRASS!
D-ONE Diving Helmet Open Day held at DRASS headquarters on 2nd September was a resounding success. Participants, professional divers from various sectors, contributed to making this event extremely interesting. All had the opportunity to test the new D-ONE in the water, appreciating its performance and excellent functionality. They were impressed by its ergonomic design, superior...
DRASS was one of the exhibitors at the Combined Naval Event 2022: Submarine Technology and UDS (Underwater Defence Security) in Farnborough (UK), 24-26 May 2022. On the Submarine Technology Panel, DRASS was assigned as Conference Speaker for two presentations. Davide D’Alessio, DRASS’ Defence System Designer Coordinator presented on the following topics: A New Era in...
DRASS was an exhibitor at the BSDA (Black Sea Defense & Aerospace) Exhibition in Bucharest (Romania), 18-20 May 2022. DRASS thanks all for their visits, including that of Admiral Mihai Panait Chief of the Romanian Navy, Vice Admiral Alexandru Mîrşu, Commander Fănel Rădulescu Commandant of Costanza Diving Centre, Major General Iulian Berdilă Chief of the...