JFD set to deliver Shadow Seal tactical diving vehicle to US partner

JFD’s US-based strategic partner BTM is pursuing potential opportunities for Shadow Seal with US Special Operations Command, the US Navy, and other government agencies. (JFD)

A new hybrid multimission swimmer delivery vehicle developed by UK-based JFD has commenced sea trials ahead of delivery to US partner Blue Tide Marine (BTM) later in 2023.

Shadow Seal is described by JFD as “an adaptable and extremely capable lightweight tactical diving vehicle (TDV) able to transport a pilot, a navigator, and two passengers in surface, semi-submerged, and submerged modes with a range of 80 n mile”. BTM is pursuing potential opportunities for Shadow Seal with US Special Operations Command, the US Navy, and other government agencies.

JFD announced a strategic partnership with BTM in March 2020 as part of its strategy to expand its presence in the US subsea maritime market. BTM – a US-based specialist in underwater mobility and life support – subsequently purchased the first production model of Shadow Seal to provide local demonstration and training services.