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column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; el_class=&#8221;blog-content-section&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; 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The agreement follows the successful completion of a joint Proof of Concept (PoC) project.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Proof of Concept demonstrated the transformative potential of combining Tidalis\u2019s deep maritime data intelligence and surveillance capabilities with UFA\u2019s world-class speech recognition technology for operational communications. The first phase was completed and delivered measurable results, validating the technical feasibility and operational value of the combined solutions.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>A shared mission<\/h3>\n<p>The LOI marks the beginning of a new chapter in maritime innovation. Under the agreement, Tidalis and UFA will jointly develop and commercialise smart solutions that leverage connected, intelligent data to make ports, waterways, and maritime operations safer, more secure, more efficient, and more sustainable. 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