Dessia, a leading provider of AI-driven engineering process automation, and Naval Group, a global leader in naval defense, have signed a three-year framework agreement. This agreement aims to establish strengthened collaboration, extended until 2027, with the goal of integrating Dessia's innovative AI solutions into Naval Group's engineering processes, marking a decisive step toward optimizing the design and development of future ships.
In 2024, this collaboration, aligned with Naval Group’s R&D roadmap, has already delivered significant results. Dessia has successfully tailored its solution to meet the specific requirements of naval defense, focusing on the design and development of ship outfitting.
Jean-Pierre Roux, CEO of Dessia, commented:
“Our collaboration with Naval Group has been exceptional, enabling us to deepen the integration of Artificial Intelligence into their engineering processes. Together, we are setting new benchmarks for the industry with solutions that are both innovative and highly efficient.”
Guillaume Thiebault, Submarine Engineering Director at Naval Group, added:
“With this agreement, we are taking another step forward in our digital innovation strategy within our design environment. Dessia's solutions are essential for enabling us to continue optimizing our design processes, perfectly aligned with our constant pursuit of excellence.”
This collaboration between Dessia and Naval Group marks a significant milestone for the future of naval engineering, where AI and automation will play a crucial role in accelerating development and enhancing competitiveness.
This strengthened collaboration reflects the commitment of both companies to push the boundaries of innovation and technology for the benefit of the Defense Industrial and Technological Base.
For Dessia, this framework agreement is a testament to its sustained growth and its positioning as a contender for the title of European leader in generative engineering technologies. By strengthening its ties with major industrial players, Dessia reinforces its ambition to redefine standards in its field.
Dessia is a startup that develops a platform for creating AI-powered applications for engineering. These apps enhance design tasks by leveraging Artificial Intelligence, such as automating the design of wiring cable routing.
Their mission? To help engineers boost reactivity and creativity. Collaborating with major players in the automotive, aerospace, rail, and naval industries, Dessia is driving the future of engineering automation and solidifying its position as a leader in generative design technologies.
For more information, visit: https://www.dessia.io
Naval Group is a global leader in naval defense and an inheritor of France’s long-standing naval expertise. The company partners with its clients to safeguard their maritime sovereignty by delivering innovative solutions tailored to the needs of navies. Operating across the entire lifecycle of naval vessels, Naval Group designs, builds, integrates, and maintains submarines and surface ships, as well as their systems and equipment, through to decommissioning. The company also provides support for shipyards and naval bases. As a high-tech industrial player, Naval Group leverages its exceptional expertise, unique design and production capabilities, and ability to establish strategic partnerships, including technology transfer programs. With a presence on five continents, the group generated €4.3 billion in revenue in 2022 and employs 16,029 people (full-time equivalents / 2022 data).
For more information, visit: https://www.naval-group.com