Early developments - Enabling technologies
1950s
Micropile technology (“pale radice”) first introduced in Italy by Dr. Fernando Lizzi, then became the dominant deep pile foundation solution for onshore infrastructure from 1980s–2000s.
2000s
Revolution in subsea robotics to include advent of remote seabed drilling systems for geotechnical survey – tools and enabling technology for low cost micropiling offshore.
Commercialisation supported by more than 15 years of development
2008-2015
Lockheed Martin research co-funded by U.S. Dept. of Energy, led by co-founders of Subsea Micropiles. International portfolio of patents granted. Aim was to reduce anchor cost for ocean renewable energy using micropile technology – current challenge facing growth of the offshore wind industry.
2017-2021
Subsea Micropiles Ltd. (Est. Ireland) to lead adaptation and commercialisation of micropile technology for offshore construction. Further development supported by Irish, U.S., and U.K. grants. Investment and collaboration with drilling technology partner, Mincon International. Acquired Lockheed Martin patent portfolio (core IP).
2022-23
Significant R&D investment and growth of team.
Development milestones include:
- Appointments of COO and CFO; board expansion ISO certifications (9001, 14001 and 45001)
- Client funded design projects for piled anchor and foundations
- Successful design, build and commissioning of subsea drilling system
- Onshore testing of drilled and cemented piled anchor solutions
- Received DNV “Statement of Feasibility” for piled anchor solution
2024+
Commercial progress and scaling up for offshore projects
- Completion of offshore demonstration and technology qualification
- Offshore pilot projects
- Growth of IP portfolio
- Expansion of engineering and offshore delivery teams
Further development of the value chain and strategic partnerships.
