Into the Deep: Surfacing Military Ties in China's Underwater Drone Industry

A WireScreen research brief mapping the commercial and military linkages within China’s Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) ecosystem.

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This brief examines Deepinfar Ocean Technology, a Chinese underwater robotics firm with clear integration into China’s Military-Civil Fusion strategy. Through corporate records, trade data, and ownership analysis, WireScreen uncovers the company’s military-aligned founder, state-backed funding channels, defense-linked clients, and Western commercial footprint.

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What This Brief Covers

• Deepinfar’s ownership structure and state-backed investment ties
• Direct and indirect links to PLA-affiliated research and defense entities
• Evidence of military-aligned trade activity and client relationships
• The company’s Western commercial presence and strategic implications

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This brief is highly relevant for policymakers, defense and intelligence professionals, critical infrastructure operators, and risk teams assessing exposure to China’s dual-use technology ecosystem.

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