Flying Fish Welcomes CPAC Systems as Strategic Investor and Partner

14 May 2025

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Flying Fish Maritime Innovations B.V., a Dutch pioneer in digital maritime technology and advice, announced a minority investment from CPAC Systems AB, a subsidiary of the Volvo Group, on May 7th, 2025. CPAC Systems (Sweden) specializes in developing advanced control and automation systems for the marine, construction, and commercial vehicle industries. For the Flying Fish team, this step marks the beginning of a broader strategic partnership aimed at accelerating sales growth, product innovation, industrialization, and team development.

Founded in Delft in 2018, Flying Fish has built a strong reputation through its integrated software and hardware solutions. Its offerings range from advanced fleet management algorithms for shared waterborne mobility to a modular electric driveline and plug-and-play hydrofoil technology—all designed for sustainability and operational efficiency.

Gerben Schonebaum, CEO and Co-Founder of Flying Fish, said: “We are excited to take this next step in our partnership with CPAC Systems. Our collaboration is based on a shared set of values, a forward-thinking mindset, and a common ambition. CPAC Systems brings long-time experience in scaling technology and enables us to access strong sales channels, which will help accelerate the reach and impact of our innovations. This partnership also opens up new opportunities to support the growth of our talented team of engineers.”

Marcus Wingolf, CEO of CPAC Systems, added: “We’re proud to join forces with Flying Fish, a company pushing the boundaries of marine mobility. This investment reflects a strong synergy between our technological strengths and shared drive for sustainable innovation. Together, we see great potential to shape the future of connected and intelligent marine transport.”