NEWS ARCHIVES
We are stunned and very saddened by news of the untimely passing of Christopher Nicholson, founder of Deep Sea Systems International and a pioneer in the development of underwater remote operated vehicles (ROVs). Chris was also an ardent supporter or our MATE ROV programs. Here is a link to an interview with Chris: http://www.rovexchange.com/nc_interviews.php
Mitcham Industries Acquires L-3 Communications Klein Associates
Klein Associates,Inc. of Salem, New Hampshire, the company I founded in the basement of a little rented cottage in Lexington, MA on Jan. 24, 1968, has been purchased by Mitcham Industries. This is the third time the company has been sold. The first buyer was OYO in 1989. Then L-3/com in 2000. I send greetings and best wishes to the new owners. For the announcement see the new company website at http://kleinmarinesystems.com
Congratulations to Rayan Armani of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, winner of the Martin Klein MATE MARINER Award, at the 14th Annual International MATE ROV Competition In St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador!
Frederick J. Squires, Jr. 1927 - 2017
Very sad to have to announce the passing of US Navy Retired Chief Petty Officer Frederick J. Squires, Jr., my friend and right-hand man for most of my career. A true American hero he was a "tin can sailor" having served on a Navy destroyer in World War II. He had just turned 90 years old. Fred played a huge part assisting me in the development of side scan sonar.
Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep
Its own appointed limits keep;
Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee,
For those in peril on the sea!
Sailor Rest Your Oars
