Boston-based Sea Machines Robotics has entered a strategic alliance with Damen Shipyards Group of the Netherlands to incorporate the company’s autonomous and wireless-helm systems as standard features in Damen’s global vessel build catalogue. This partnership increases the accessibility of Sea Machines systems in marine and maritime markets and further propels Sea Machines into mainstream use aboard commercial vessels.

Boston-based Sea Machines Robotics, a developer of autonomous systems for ocean-going vessels has accomplished its full $20M investment goal with a second close of $5M. The company announced the first close of $15M in July.