MIAMI, FL, June 13, 2025 – Gauzy has announced its expansion into the marine sector to address the demand for sustainable materials and functional design in the cruise industry. The company aims to apply its smart glass technology within the $6.2 billion marine glass market, planning the installations on vessels and terminals.
Following successful implementation at the new MSC Cruise Terminal in Miami built by Fincantieri, Gauzy’s advanced PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) and SPD (Suspended Particle Device) smart glass technologies are gaining traction as an enabler of future-ready ship design. To date, Gauzy has secured nine programs in the maritime sector, validating demand and adoption in this high-growth market.
“This is a high-margin, high-value segment where our IP, partnerships, and operational scale create a strong competitive moat,” said Eyal Peso, CEO of Gauzy. “We are seeking to execute a long-term roadmap that positions smart glass as the standard for immersive, sustainable travel, at sea and beyond.”
Smart Glass: A Converging Point of Design, Efficiency, and Guest Experience
The cruise industry is expanding, with over 50 ships on order worldwide and growing focus on personalized experiences, wellness, and green technologies. Gauzy’s light control solutions are suited for interior and exterior marine applications, including:
PDLC for staterooms, spas, medical bays, and meeting spaces, providing privacy while maintaining modern aesthetics.
SPD for lounges, dining areas, and viewing decks, adjusting to sunlight and reducing solar heat gain without obstructing views.
“Cruise lines are aggressively reimagining the onboard experience, and they’re turning to smart materials to do it,” added Peso. “Gauzy’s technologies deliver privacy, solar control, and energy efficiency in a seamless, design-forward way. This expansion into the marine sector is a new revenue stream, it’s a natural extension of our core strategy to own key touchpoints in high-growth, experience-led markets.”
The dynamic light modulation not only enhances the passenger experience but supports operators’ ESG goals by reducing the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning, ultimately lowering energy consumption and emissions.
Operational Readiness to Meet Market Demand
With global production capabilities, vertically integrated manufacturing, and a growing network of marine integration partners like Kaune Oy, Gauzy is positioned to meet the technical requirements of cruise shipbuilders and retrofit providers, offering smart glass solutions that comply with industry standards for marine technology and sustainable vessel design.
By collaborating with its partner network, Gauzy facilitates design consultation, fabrication, and installation processes, providing flexible and scalable smart glass technologies supported by a global supply chain for marine industry projects.
The global smart glass market is expected to reach $109 billion by 2028. Gauzy applies its experience across automotive and architectural sectors to expand its presence in marine smart surface technology.
Source: Gauzy
About Gauzy
Gauzy Ltd., established in 2009 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, is a leader in vision and light control solutions. The company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing technologies such as suspended particle devices (SPD) and liquid crystal (LC) films for smart glass applications, as well as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and camera monitoring systems (CMS). Gauzy serves various industries, including automotive, aeronautics, architecture, and safety technology. As of 2024, the company employs approx 650 people. In the trailing twelve months ending June 30, 2024, Gauzy reported revenues of approx. $90 million. With a global presence, including production facilities in Israel, Germany, Canada, China, Singapore, France, United Arab Emirates and the United States, and sales and marketing centers in multiple countries, Gauzy continues to innovate in light and vision control technologies, transforming user experiences across various sectors.