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DRASS was a proud sponsor of International Sailing Week (ISW) 2026, organised by the Italian Naval Academy. Held in Livorno from 24 April to 3 May, this year's edition brought together 32 nations for a programme of international regattas, including the historic “RAN 630”, fleet racing and the return of the 420-class Youth Sailing Competition...
Pool testing on HYDRA continues at DRASS, with former Special Forces Operator Marco Spaziano (Operational Leader for Unmanned Vehicles) and Luca Biasci (Electronic & Automation Engineer and Technical Diver) facilitating in-water activities alongside colleagues Sandro Toschi, Lorenzo Ferrara, Daniele Bonsignori, and Lorenzo Franchini. HYDRA, a modular platform developed by DRASS for scientific and operational applications,...
Last week, DRASS welcomed a delegation from KONGSBERG, with representation from Geir Schmidt, Vice President Business Development – Uncrewed Platforms; Sigurd Aksnes Fjerdingen, Vice President Products – Uncrewed Platforms; and Per Espen Hagen, Product Line Manager – Long Range AUVs. The delegation explored DRASS’s latest developments in advanced underwater systems and technologies during a dedicated...
Last week at DRASS, we had the pleasure of welcoming our local sporting champions — the Livorno Paralympic Football team, Arlecchino — for a special celebratory visit. As sponsors of the Arlecchino Sport Livorno 2.0 Paralympic team, DRASS is delighted to celebrate their latest achievements in the Paralympic Football Division championship and playoffs, where they...
We’re proud to announce our collaboration with AUWT (Antwerp Underwater Works & Tools) for the distribution of the D-ONE helmet in Belgium, marking a key step in the system’s expansion. During a recent visit to DRASS, Managing Director Yo Luyten, together with Jan Vandenbosch and Jan van Heijst, gained direct insight into the D-ONE manufacturing...
On Friday, 24 April, DRASS had the pleasure of welcoming Naval Captain German Luis Zarralanga of the Armada Argentina, who currently serves as Defence, Military, Naval, and Aeronautical Attache of the Argentine Embassy in Italy. Following an introduction to DRASS’s heritage and capabilities, a guided tour through our production and testing facilities provided an opportunity...
We’re happy to announce an exciting new partnership between DRASS and DS Bergen for D-ONE dealer distribution, marking a key expansion into the Norwegian market. In addition, following successful completion of the dedicated dealer training programme, DS Bergen is now an Authorized D-ONE Service Center, fully qualified to provide certified maintenance and high-level after-sales support...
Last week, on April 13, DRASS Headquarters in Livorno hosted a delegation from Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), US Navy. The visit provided an opportunity to present DRASS's full portfolio of products and industrial capabilities, with particular interest shown in the SAVER submarine rescue system, a key operational asset shortly to be delivered to the...
On April 10th, Lorenzo Nelli, Robotics Developer in our Software & Control Systems Department, graduated with highest honours: 110/110 cum laude. Undertaking his thesis internship at DRASS, Lorenzo worked closely with the development of our underwater vehicle systems and actively contributed to the 2025 DS8 sea trials, gaining hands-on experience under real operational conditions. His...
Sergio Cappelletti | Managing Director, Drass It has been more than twenty years since we began the conversion of the glorious Bibby Sapphire. Since then, one project has led to another — vessel integrations, saturation systems, major upgrades — up to the i100 Series installation aboard the new-build DSV in progress for Jana Marine Service...
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Il 13 marzo scorso a La Spezia si è svolto l’evento Parliamodimare "La Dimensione Subacquea: È Qui La Sfida!", organizzato e promosso dal Ministero per la Protezione civile e le Politiche del mare, in collaborazione con il Ministero della Difesa. Alla presenza del Ministro per la Protezione civile e le Politiche del mare Nello Musumeci,...
DRASS Group wrapped up a successful showing at Navy Tech 2026 in Gothenburg (3–5 February), connecting with naval delegations, industry leaders, and international partners across three days of technical discussions, demonstrations, and collaboration. Day 1 kicked off with strong engagement at the DRASS stand, where visitors explored our underwater systems, compact submarines, and advanced subsea...
This week, DRASS participated in the Submarine Escape & Rescue Working Group (SMERWG) as part of the Italian Navy Delegation, represented by Davide D'Alessio, Program Manager and former Italian Navy submariner. Hosted by the Royal Navy, the event served as an important forum for the exchange of technical perspectives and strengthening of collective efforts to...
This year’s the Livorno Don Bosco-Drass Basketball Sports Scholarships ceremony took place at Livorno City Hall. Luca Banchi, head coach of the Italian National Basketball Team —who began his coaching career in the Don Bosco red-and-blue jersey—awarded the Drass sports bags plus Drass scholarships to six outstanding achievers in study and sport—a hugely memorable moment...
Last week on May 20th, DRASS Technical Manager Marco Bellomo, joined leading experts as part of the DIVEPACK Industry Workshop at the European Defence Agency (EDA) in Brussels. DIVEPACK (Deployable Modular Underwater Intervention Capability), under the PESCO initiative, is set to deliver a modular, high-readiness system for underwater missions in both maritime and inland environments,...
Driving next-generation naval innovation, DRASS showcased its suite of crafts and technologies optimized for operational dominance below the surface and securing maritime infrastructure in increasingly contested domains. As we wrap up another successful Combined Naval Event in the UK, we would like to thank everyone who stopped by our stand—we look forward to continuing the...
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.