Exail Introduces New Transoceanic Uncrewed Surface Vessel with Multi-robot Deployment Capabilities

12.03.2024

Exail, a leading provider of maritime autonomy solutions, has unveiled its new transoceanic Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), the DriX O-16. Benefitting from an autonomy of 2,500 Nm and a unique naval architecture that enables the USV to withstand the most severe ocean conditions, the new DriX O-16 has been designed for long-duration operations (up to 30 days) and can deploy multiple payloads and subsea assets.

Teledyne Marine and Kongsberg Discovery Announce Collaboration on EK80 WBT Mini Integration for Slocum Gliders

11.03.2024

Teledyne Marine and Kongsberg Discovery announce a collaborative effort to integrate the Kongsberg EK80 WBT Mini Scientific echo sounder onto the Teledyne Slocum G3s Glider.

Hydromea Unveils EXRAY – an Innovative Underwater Inspection Robot with Proprietary Wireless Communication Technology LUMA

11.03.2024

Hydromea, an industry leader in high-speed subsea communications and portable underwater inspection robotics, is set to introduce a groundbreaking product at Oceanology International in London on March 12-14, 2024. The event will mark the official commercial launch of EXRAY™ – an advanced underwater inspection robot equipped with state-of-the-art proprietary wireless communication technology LUMA™.

Kongsberg Discovery's new EM 2042 multibeam echo sounder generates 'great market feedback'

11.03.2024

The Norwegian ocean science solutions provider Kongsberg Discovery, which specialises in the development of underwater robotics and sensor technology, has garnered a very positive market response to its new EM 2042 MBES first launched at the FEMME* conference in Edinburgh, UK, in September 2023.

Saildrone Unveils the New Surveyor

11.03.2024

Saildrone is excited to unveil the first of a new generation of Surveyor-class unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), purpose-built for autonomous deep-water ocean mapping missions and maritime defense and security missions. Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti was on-site at Austal USA in Mobile, AL, on Monday to inspect the vehicle, ahead of these new USVs being tested under contract to the US Navy. A lighter, leaner design to optimize speed, power, and payload for long-range, long-endurance autonomous ocean mapping and maritime security.

Outland Technology Unveils the ROV-1500

08.03.2024

Outland Technology has launched the ROV-1500, a new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) combining cutting-edge features with rugged durability.

Exail's DriX USV equipped with SeapiX-R multibeam echosounder conducts first-of-its-kind survey in U.S windfarm areas for NOAA fisheries

07.03.2024

Exail's DriX Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) recently completed a first-of-its-kind fisheries research survey to assess the impact on biomass and fish stock before, during and after wind farm construction.

Fugro’s ROV Induction Course is Coming to Australia

07.03.2024

Fugro has signed a memorandum of understanding with Commercial Dive Academy (CDA) and AMC Search (AMCS), to collaborate on bringing Fugro’s highly acclaimed Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) Induction Course to Australia. This 4-week ROV Induction course is an ideal entry point into the ROV industry and will be presented by CDA at their facility in Beauty Point, Tasmania.

Voyis and EIVA Unveil Advanced VSLAM Software for ROV Asset Inspections

07.03.2024

EIVA, a maritime survey software and equipment leader, and Voyis, a pioneer in underwater optical inspection solutions, are proud to announce the launch of their collaborative product, Voyis VSLAM Powered by EIVA NaviSuite. This innovative software was developed in close partnership and marks a significant milestone in the advancement of 3D asset inspection methodologies, expanding the capabilities of surveyors by integrating visual inspection operations directly into the standard NaviSuite software workflow.

Film-Ocean Welcomes Richard Thomson, Member of Parliament for Gordon to their Headquarters

06.03.2024

Recently, Film-Ocean Ltd had the pleasure of hosting Richard Thomson, the Member of Parliament for Gordon, at their Head office located in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Fugro Secures Significant Marine Survey Contract on INPEX’s Abadi LNG and Carbon Capture and Storage Project

06.03.2024

Fugro will perform geophysical and geotechnical surveys needed to support front-end engineering design for offshore production facilities, the submarine pipeline to the onshore LNG terminal and CO2 injection infrastructure. Geo-data will be acquired using Fugro’s deepwater autonomous underwater vehicle Echo Surveyor 8 and a robotic seafloor drill, deployed from Indonesian support vessels. Fieldwork is expected to start in the second quarter of 2024.

Exail Launches New SWaP-C Optimized Inertial Navigation System for AUV

05.03.2024

Exail, a leading provider of subsea navigation and positioning technologies, has announced the launch of its latest product, the Phins 9 Compact. This new compact high-performance inertial navigation system (INS) is designed for all unmanned underwater vehicles and offers the market’s highest blend of navigation performance, reliability, and Size, Weight, and Power (SWAP) efficiency.

Neil Manning Appointed as CEO of Cellula Robotics, Elevating Leadership Role

05.03.2024

Cellula Robotics Ltd., a global leader in fuel cell powered autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) systems, proudly announces the elevation of Neil Manning from Corporate Development Officer to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic transition reflects Manning's exceptional leadership qualities and the company's confidence in his ability to drive forward its mission and vision.

NBOSI Launches Integrated CTD Sensor ahead of Oceanology International 2024

04.03.2024

Neil Brown Ocean Sensors, Inc. (NBOSI), a pioneer in research-quality conductivity-temperature sensors for mobile marine platforms, launches its latest innovation ahead of Oceanology International in London.

New Partnership to Support Professionals to Return to Ocean Industry Roles and Improve Diversity Across the Sector

04.03.2024

Global Underwater Hub and the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) have come together with STEM Returners to launch a new partnership to drive equality and diversity across the underwater industry. A sector-wide STEM Returners programme will be delivered across multiple organisations within Global Underwater Hub’s membership network and will be open to professionals who are on a career break or are transferring their skills.

Scientists Confirm Underwater Mountains Harbor Abundant Life Off Chile’s Coast

04.03.2024

An international group of scientists, led by Dr. Javier Sellanes of the Universidad Católica del Norte, may have discovered more than 100 new species living on seamounts off the coast of Chile. The recent Schmidt Ocean Institute expedition resulted in identifying deep-sea corals, glass sponges, sea urchins, amphipods, squat lobsters, and other species likely new to science.

EvoLogics Presents the Next-generation Quadroin AUV

29.02.2024

EvoLogics, a Berlin-based provider of high-tech underwater robotics, data networks, positioning, and sensor technologies, proudly announces the launch of the next iteration of the Quadroin AUV.

Oceaneering Carries Out First Integrated Onshore Remote Operations Scope in Brazil

29.02.2024

Oceaneering announces that its Subsea Robotics segment has achieved a new milestone, successfully completing its first onshore piloting of a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) from an onshore remote operation center (OROC) in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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