Strengthening Global Reach with a Trusted Dealer in Japan

Deep Trekker is pleased to announce a new partnership with Space One, a leading provider of drone solutions in Japan. This collaboration will further expand Deep Trekker’s reach in the Japanese market, bringing advanced underwater ROV technology to a broader range of industries and regions.

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About Space One

Based in Fukushima, Space One has been a pioneer in the Japanese drone industry, offering aerial and underwater solutions, training programs, and equipment sales. The company operates the Fukushima Drone School, Japan’s premier drone education institution, and has established itself as a key player in the domestic market.

With a history of success in underwater drone sales and a strong commitment to training and customer support, Space One is well-positioned to introduce Deep Trekker’s cutting-edge ROVs to Japanese customers.

Space One has consistently led the development of drone education and sales in Japan, with key milestones including:

2016: Opening of Drone Training Center Fukushima
2017: Establishment of the Japan Driving School Drone Consortium
2019: Winner of "Best of Japan Drone Award 2019"
2019: Establishment of the Japan Underwater Drone Association
2020: Opening of Drone Training Center AIROCEAN Tokyo

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These initiatives have strengthened Space One’s position as a leader in both aerial and underwater drone applications, ensuring that customers receive top-tier training and support.

Expanding Underwater ROV Solutions in Japan

Space One has been a market leader in Japan’s underwater drone sector, with extensive experience in training, sales, and service. Their expansion into Deep Trekker’s product line signifies a strategic move to offer high-quality, reliable ROV solutions for a variety of applications, including inspection, research, and commercial use.

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Training at Deep Trekker Headquarters

As part of this new partnership, representatives from Space One, including CEO, Michihiro Kobayashi, recently visited Deep Trekker’s headquarters in Kitchener, Canada. During their visit, they underwent comprehensive training on product operation, servicing, and repairs.

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Classroom Training: Levi Pike, Technical Resources Manager, provided service training on best practices and repair/service theory.
Hands-On ROV Training with Tim De La Franier, Technical Lead: Focused on the Controller, PHOTON, and REVOLUTION ROVs.
Crawler Training: Ben VandenKroonenberg, Service Technician, provided service and repair training for crawler systems.

The training sessions were structured to ensure Space One's team could independently handle product servicing and support for their customers. Their team demonstrated a strong technical understanding, actively engaged in problem-solving exercises, and asked insightful questions to deepen their knowledge of Deep Trekker’s engineering principles.

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Beyond technical training, the visit provided an opportunity to discuss future collaboration strategies, including potential product adaptations for the Japanese market. Space One’s team expressed enthusiasm about integrating Deep Trekker's ROVs into their existing product lineup and leveraging their expertise to expand market opportunities in Japan.

They were particularly impressed with Deep Trekker’s commitment to innovation, customer support, and the overall quality of its technology. The visit reinforced both companies’ shared vision for a long-term partnership that prioritizes excellence in underwater technology.

Future Marketing and Trade Show Presence

Space One will actively promote Deep Trekker products through exhibitions and outreach to existing customers.

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Upcoming trade show appearances may include events in Japan such as:

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Through these events and their extensive customer network, Space One aims to build Deep Trekker’s presence in Japan and support customers with expert guidance and service.

Building a Long-Term Partnership

Deep Trekker and Space One share a common vision of providing advanced, high-quality underwater technology to industry professionals in Japan. This partnership is a significant step in strengthening Deep Trekker’s global network and ensuring customers in Japan receive the best possible support and service.

Cody Warner, Director of Sales and Marketing at Deep Trekker, highlighted the importance of this partnership:

“We look for partners who bring strong technical knowledge, industry insight, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving - Space One fits that description perfectly. Their dedication to working closely with customers and hands-on collaboration makes them an ideal fit for expanding access to advanced robotic solutions.”

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