Nautics Group Makes no Secret of Reasons for Nova Scotia Relocation
News release
Covert surveillance company targets North American market for development and export of public safety technology
September 21, 2018 – Bedford, NS – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Atlantic Canada has a thriving innovation ecosystem that is successfully providing the supports necessary to help businesses excel in technologically advanced global economic markets, which encourages growth and strengthens the middle class. Nautics Group recognizes the competitive advantages the region offers, and is in the process of relocating its covert surveillance technologies manufacturing business to Nova Scotia.
Darrell Samson, Member of Parliament for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook, announced a repayable contribution of $259,000 on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). The funding is through ACOA’s Business Development Program, which supports small and medium-sized companies capitalizing on innovations to become more competitive.
The assistance will allow the company to relocate its headquarters to Nova Scotia from Australia to focus on increasing sales across North America. The province was chosen as the new base of operations due to its proximity to primary export target markets as well as access to a highly skilled, educated workforce.
Nautics Group is establishing units to lead research and development as well as engineering and operations to create next generation surveillance products to protect citizens against intentional, co-ordinated acts of harm. The relocation will result in the creation of five new jobs, as the company plans to hire engineers to develop and commercialize its surveillance technologies for military, government and police force applications.
This investment builds on commitments made by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces to drive economic growth in the region through the Atlantic Growth Strategy, which supports strategic investments in initiatives that build on the region’s competitive advantages, such as its strong export potential, growing innovation ecosystem, and skilled workforce.
Quotes
“The commercialization of research and development for export to international markets is integral to the Government of Canada’s efforts to continue building a stronger, more vibrant economy in Atlantic Canada. Innovation is an important driver of economic growth, and in helping globally competitive firms expand their markets and create more high-value jobs, which will contribute to the region’s prosperity.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
"Nautics Group is a well-positioned knowledge-based company with expertise in developing surveillance technologies to protect public safety. I am thrilled the company has chosen Nova Scotia to lead development of its next generation products and as its North American base of operations. I believe the move will provide a strong foundation for emerging partnerships in the global market.”
- Darrell Samson, Member of Parliament for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook
“Nautics Group is investing in establishing North American operations headquartered from Bedford, Nova Scotia where we are designing, building and supporting world class devices that aid law enforcement, government and military organisations in defending against malicious acts, organized crime, and terrorist organizations. With the aid of ACOA we are able to ideally position Nautics Group to capture and service the world’s largest markets for these specialised requirements, while tapping into the growing technology expertise and talent offered here in Nova Scotia.”
- Steve Edgett, President and CEO, Nautics Group
Quick facts
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Nautics Group is a team of dedicated people specializing in the development of robust and innovative technologies that serve to meet the unique challenges of covert technical surveillance.
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Core technologies of Nautics Group include audio capture and authentication, GPS tracking, data egress, software/firmware/hardware design and manufacturing, and electronic and mechanical engineering.
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Nautics Group will maintain both engineering and operations expertise out of its Brisbane, Australia location.
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Contacts
Alex Smith
Director, Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Phone: 902-426-9417 / 902-830-3839 (cell)
E-mail: alex.smith@canada.ca
Steve Edgett
President and CEO
Nautics Group
Phone: 613-203-1313
E-mail: SteveE@nauticsgroup.com