GABLER, a leading provider of submarine technologies, announced the creation of a dedicated Subsea Drives business unit, consolidating its hydraulic and electric propulsion expertise to strengthen its position as a systems partner to the global submarine industry.
Alexander Homrich, who joined GABLER’s management team on 1 January 2026, will lead the new division. He continues in his role as Managing Director of AHE GmbH, the specialist hydraulics engineering company he founded.
The strategic collaboration between GABLER and AHE, which began in July 2025, has already achieved significant technological and commercial progress, supporting the decision to establish the new business unit and appoint Homrich.
The Subsea Drives division encompasses drive and control systems for uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) and submarines in both hydraulic and electric configurations. The systems deliver exceptional robustness, seawater resistance, and reliability, ensuring safe and efficient operation in the most demanding defence and maritime security applications.
With this expansion, GABLER reinforces its reputation as a trusted systems partner for innovative, safe, and high-performance submarine components, alongside its market-leading submarine mast and communications portfolio.
Commenting on his appointment, Alexander Homrich said: “I am pleased to come onboard the GABLER management team and to lead the Subsea Drives business unit. This expansion of our hydraulic and electric drive capabilities represents a significant advancement in our technical offering. I look forward to working with GABLER’s expert engineering team to deliver the innovative, mission-critical solutions our customers in the submarine sector require, whilst contributing to the company’s ambitious growth objectives.”
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