Matt Bates
Saab Seaeye
Saab Seaeye is the world's largest manufacturer of electric underwater robotic vehicles, with the most advanced and widest range of systems.
In its 34 years Saab Seaeye has grown to be represented in 23 countries with exports exceeding 80% globally.
Formed in 1986 to create robotic solutions for the offshore energy industry the company has since expanded into many other sectors, including marine science, aquaculture, the nuclear industry, hydro facilities, and the growing offshore renewables market.
Matt has an Honours Degree in Engineering Systems and 35 years experience working with underwater systems.
Since joining Saab Seaeye in 1993 he has been involved in the introduction of pioneering technologies in underwater robotic systems that have helped expand their global potential across many sectors. His current responsibility is for sales and marketing to commercial markets worldwide.
In this role Matt determines likely future needs of customers, markets and applications and the system concepts needed to satisfy them.