Technology BUSINESS News Milestone transaction brings together leading players in ocean science


Satlink, a global leader in proprietary ocean technology solutions, has integrated nke Group, a French company with over 40 years of experience in providing innovative end-to-end custom manufacturing instruments for both water quality measurement and monitoring in oceans and fresh waters, and navigation. Headquartered in Hennebont, France, nke is a key partner to thousands of private and public customers across the world.


This transaction brings together two of the most established players in the sector and stands as one of the most signifi cant milestones in the ocean tech industry in recent years, creating the largest independent European ocean tech platform.


Present in more than 130 countries, with 13 offi ces across Europe, the Americas and Asia, and a global network of local partners, Satlink serves over 10,000 organisations - including governments, research institutions, industry partners, and NGOs – and will reach €100 million sales in 2025, consolidating its position as a worldwide reference in maritime technologies.


With this combination, Satlink further accelerates the development of data-collection and analysis solutions, enabling a better understanding and management of the oceans and their resources, ensuring their long- term sustainability. nke complements these


capabilities with its renowned technological expertise in water monitoring, including major contributions to the Argo program, among others. Together, Satlink and nke create a unique platform that combines world-class instrumentation with advanced data analysis, integrated science-based and proprietary solutions to better understand, protect, and manage the oceans’ resources.


nke will continue to operate under its own brand, preserving its identity and trusted customer relationships. nke’s leadership team will remain unchanged, ensuring business continuity and preserving the company’s DNA. The integration also includes Aquaread, a UK-based manufacturer of portable and fi xed water quality monitoring instruments and part of nke, which expands Satlink Group’s reach into inland and coastal water monitoring. The CEO of nke, Mr. Alain Boschet, will invest in the Satlink Group alongside the existing shareholders, namely Apheon, Artá Capital, Mr Faustino Velasco and the rest of the Satlink management team.


Faustino Velasco, Founder and Executive Chairman of Satlink, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the entire nke team, with whom we partner to further accelerate our innovation capabilities, expand our portfolio of solutions, and ultimately improve ocean knowledge and sustainability through proprietary technology.


The integration strengthens our global reach and, most importantly, onboards an extraordinary team that shares our values and ambition to make a difference”.


Alain Boschet, CEO of nke, added: “Joining forces with Satlink represents a unique opportunity to accelerate growth and expand our international presence while further enhancing


our R&D capabilities. We are confi dent that this step will bring nke to the next level and are very excited with this new chapter alongside Faustino and the overall team.”


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ENVEA secures UNDP-funded project to expand Georgia’s air quality network


Gas analysis leader announces appointment of key account manager


Servomex, a global leader in gas analysis, has announced the appointment of Ian Parry as Key Account Manager for the UK, Nordics, and Baltics.


With a strong commercial and technical background in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, Ian brings extensive experience gained through senior sales and product management roles at several leading manufacturers in these sectors. His appointment reinforces Servomex’s commitment to supporting customers across the Industrial Process and Emissions (IP&E) and Purity & Specialty (P&S) markets.


ENVEA, a global leader in environmental management solutions, will expand Georgia’s national air quality monitoring network in a new joint venture. In partnership with local fi rm PS Energy, this project will add 10 new state-of- the-art ambient air quality stations – boosting the network’s capacity. This is a major step toward helping the country reach its targets to upgrade the whole network by 2027.


Georgia’s National Environment Agency currently manages 18 air quality monitoring stations. This agreement will see ENVEA supply advanced monitoring hardware and software to PS Energy, which will build and integrate the new monitoring stations. The initiative is working towards the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture and National Environment Agency’s goal to improve the nation’s health and wellbeing.


PS Energy, a Georgian company that’s highly experienced in delivering projects funded through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), approached ENVEA to


create this strategic partnership. Together, they navigated a rigorous and complex tender process, demonstrating their ability to meet and exceed the technical specifi cations and capabilities of the project.


Carsten Wiedmann, Chief Commercial Offi cer (CCO), commented, “We are excited to be working with PS Energy to support Georgia in enhancing its environmental monitoring network to ensure cleaner air and better health outcomes for its citizens.”


Givi Lomidze, CEO, from PS Energy, says “Following our meeting with Carsten and Ryan Goater, META Sales Director, from ENVEA, and key stakeholders from UNPD and NEA in Tbilisi, we are looking forward to collaborating further to deliver this project. We are all confi dent the work will signifi cantly improve Georgia’s capacity to monitor their air quality.”


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In his new role, Ian will manage key customer relationships across the region, providing specialist consultancy across Servomex’s gas analysis portfolio, including analysers, service, and systems. Working closely with customers and local channel partners, he will help deliver long-term support and expert guidance, enabling businesses to achieve a new level of analytical accuracy. This approach empowers customers to remain compliant, maintain control of critical processes, and stay one step ahead in an increasingly demanding regulatory and operational environment.


Speaking on his appointment, Ian said: “I’m delighted to join Servomex at such an exciting time for the business. I look forward to working closely with customers across the UK, Nordics, and Baltics to understand their challenges


and help them realise greater confi dence and control through Servomex’s trusted gas analysis solutions.”


Fulvio Sullini, Sales Manager for Europe & Africa, added: “I’m delighted to announce that Ian Parry has joined our European Sales Team as Key Account Manager for the UK, Nordics, and Baltics. Ian’s appointment marks a signifi cant step forward for us. His key role within the sales team will not only strengthen our capabilities but also enable us to deliver even greater support to our customers. I’m confi dent that Ian’s expertise and commitment will enhance our customer relationships and drive growth.”


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