Terma, Sperry Marine partner on Canadian Coast Guard polar icebreaker and MPI programs

July 14, 2025, by Fatima Bahtić

Denmark-based high-tech Terma Group has partnered with manufacturer and service provider of marine navigation systems Sperry Marine to deliver naval surveillance radars for the Canadian Coast Guard’s multi-purpose icebreaker and polar icebreaker programs.

As disclosed, the companies will deliver the SCANTER 4603 and SCANTER 6002 series of naval surveillance radar to Seaspan Shipyards, the shipyard in charge of constructing the vessels.

This milestone highlights the ongoing partnership between Sperry Marine and Terma, as well as the two companies’ commitment to supporting the Canadian Coast Guard.

Terma’s SCANTER series of surveillance radar provides comprehensive surface surveillance and medium to high-level air coverage. The design provides the detection and tracking of very small targets in extreme northern environments and harsh Arctic weather conditions.

The vessels being constructed at Seaspan Shipyards in Vancouver are set to play a vital role in supporting the Coast Guard’s multiple missions throughout the country, enabling search and rescue, emergency response as well as sovereignty protection.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with both Seaspan and Sperry Marine to contribute to the production of modern, capable coast guard vessels. Terma’s SCANTER surveillance radar is engineered to meet the highest naval standards and ensure exceptional performance in challenging maritime environments,” said Per Sørensen, Senior Sales Director, Naval Sales of Terma.

“This project is not just about technological advancement, but also about fostering long-term operational effectiveness and strategic collaboration. It reinforces our dedication to supporting government partners in delivering secure, innovative maritime solutions,” Colin Ross, Sperry Marine’s Naval Sales Director based in Canada, stated.

In March this year, Seaspan Shipyards was awarded the construction contract to build one of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new heavy polar icebreakers.