Digital Ocean Lab – NATO DIANA Test Centre

Digital Ocean Lab is a registered NATO DIANA Test Centre and part of the transatlantic innovation ecosystem established by NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA). As part of this network, Digital Ocean Lab contributes to supporting innovators selected for the NATO DIANA Accelerator Programme in the development, testing and validation of dual-use technologies.

In its role as a NATO DIANA Test Centre, Digital Ocean Lab fulfils requirements regarding infrastructure, expertise and processes for Testing, Evaluation, Verification and Validation across multiple Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs).

The Digital Ocean Lab provides testing and validation of underwater and maritime technologies in real offshore conditions, using a set of unique, purpose-built operational scenarios. This environment enable Accelerator participants to reduce technical risk, demonstrate performance and validate innovative solutions under realistic conditions.

Testing activities are designed to support targeted technology maturation while preparing innovations for future operational, regulatory and market-driven requirements.

Added Value for NATO DIANA Accelerator Members

For companies and teams participating in the NATO DIANA Accelerator Programme, collaboration with Digital Ocean Lab offers several key benefits:

• Access to specialised testing infrastructure 
  Structured testing, demonstration and validation activities are enabled in controlled, application-relevant environments.
• Support throughout the TEVV process 
  Testing, Evaluation, Verification and Validation activities are aligned with the individual development objectives of each innovator.
• Integration into DIANA funding structures 
  Test centre services and TEVV activities may be eligible for funding under the DIANA framework, facilitating access to high-quality testing capabilities.
• Technical expertise and professional exchange 
  Technical support contributes to prototype refinement, performance optimisation and preparation for subsequent development stages.
• Accelerated validation and readiness 
  Systematic testing and validation support the transition from innovation to deployable and scalable technology.