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Sub Sea Systems, Inc.

Innovative products and experiences for marine tourism

Sub Sea Systems, Inc.

Overview:

Since 1985, Sub Sea Systems has made the underwater world accessible to millions of people through its award-winning innovations and "world's 1st" products. Owned and operated by two generations of family members, the company's immersive underwater experiences entertain, educate, and inspire participants to discover and appreciate the wonders of the marine world.

Headquartered in California, Sub Sea Systems is committed to exceptional quality, proudly sourcing, manufacturing, and assembling its products in the USA whenever possible.

Its portfolio includes the globally recognized SeaTREK® helmet diving experience and SeaTREK Adapted underwater wheelchair program; the award-winning Aquaticar® underwater adventure ride; SolarCat™solar-electric catamarans; DIVE BELL XR simulator ride; Kaimana™ underwater gaming arena; Snorkel Drift, the world's first towed snorkel ride system; and the patented Bubble Pulse Gun (BPG).

Beyond innovative products, Sub Sea provides comprehensive support through every stage of a project, including attraction planning and conceptual design, staff training and certification, equipment maintenance, and world-renowned customer service. From aquariums and resorts to cruise line destinations and next-generation water parks, the company partners with clients to create unforgettable underwater experiences that delight guests and drive repeat visitation.

Aquaticar

World's 1st underwater adventure ride, bringing innovative theme park storytelling to a water park environment. Aquaticar® is a patented ride system that features 2-passenger submersible vehicles powered by air bubbles (patented Bubble Engine®). The ride is intended for installation in a manmade body of water with opportunities for theming and special effects.

Underwater view of a submarine exploring near a sunken ship and colorful corals.

Aquaticar won the IAAPA Brass Ring Award for Best New Product, Best New Concept for a Major Ride/Attraction, as well as 1st place at the Blooloop Innovations Awards in the Splash category and 3rd place in the Sustainability category.

SeaTREK

The ultimate underwater experience for everyone. SeaTREK® is a guided underwater walking tour designed for non-divers and non-swimmers, ages 8 to 96+. More than 3.5 million people have experienced SeaTREK, which operates in nearly 50 locations (including open water and aquarium facilities). The system can be integrated into existing resorts or aquariums, or operated as a standalone business.

Divers in helmets pose underwater in an aquarium with fish and a sea turtle.

SeaTREK Adapted, winner of the IAAPA Impact Award, is an accessible helmet diving program for participants with limited mobility. The system incorporates a powered Aquatic Lift with a custom underwater wheelchair.

Diver interacts with a person in an underwater wheelchair in an aquarium setting.

SolarCat

SolarCat™ is a solar-electrically powered chaise lounge. The watercraft features 2+ person seating, and recessed dual motors and propellers. Easy to drive – push a switch and go! Steer with rudderless directional force. The boats are easy to maintain, and are designed for the rigors of commercial rental operations. Add SolarCat to your fleet of water sport rentals!

Pontoon boat cruising near a tree-lined shore on a sunny day.

DIVE BELL XR Motion Simulator Ride

Experience the thrill of an immersive underwater descent through dynamic motion, stunning visuals, and multi-sensory effects—no wetsuit required. DIVE BELL is an extended reality motion simulator ride that gives passengers the illusion that they're being transported to a new world. The ride simulator is an immersive pre-show to an in-water experience such as SeaTREK or Aquaticar. DIVE BELL is developed in partnership with DOF Robotics, an award-winning producer of high-tech VR and AR amusement attractions, motion simulators, and interactive VR games.

People boarding a futuristic blue capsule with a mechanical frame.

Kaimana Underwater Gaming Arena

Diversify your water park with Kaimana, a one-of-a-kind underwater gaming arena! Using SeaTREK diving helmets, players compete for the best time navigating an underwater maze, or the most accurate shot in the underwater shooting gallery using the patented Bubble Pulse Gun. The fight for the high score will keep guests coming back for more!

Waterpark with slides, pools, and "Kaimana Underwater Arena" amidst rocky landscape.

Snorkel Drift Towed Snorkel Ride System

Snorkel Drift is the world’s first towed snorkel ride system, transforming traditional snorkeling into an immersive, theme park-style attraction. Using RIXEN's proven cable-tow technology, and a subaquatic board, riders of all skill levels glide effortlessly through themed underwater environments, creating the sensation of flying just beneath the surface through themed underwater environments.

Sub Sea Systems developed the innovative ride system in partnership with RIXEN Cableway.

Man swimming underwater with a snorkel, holding onto a paddle swing.

Bubble Pulse Gun (BPG)

Ready, set, aim! Gamify the underwater world with the patented Bubble Pulse Gun. The BPG shoots high-speed toroid vortices (bubble rings) using compressed air. This is next level underwater entertainment, perfect for use in the pool during Discover Scuba Dives, or to enhance an existing SeaTREK experience or Aquaticar ride.

Contact:
6524 Commerce Way Diamond Springs, California USA 95619

Tel: +1 (530) 626-0100

Email:
info@subseasystems.com
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