ROV Planet Articles
Global Underwater Hub conference to dive into future of subsea robotics
29.10.2025
Global Underwater Hub’s (GUH) annual Underwater Robotics Conference is returning to Aberdeen for another year - and companies are being asked to share their expertise in the development of subsea robotic technologies.
International WorkBoat Show 2025: Navigating the Future of Maritime Innovation
27.10.2025
The 2025 International WorkBoat Show is set to take place December 3-5 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. As the premier event for the U.S. commercial maritime industry, the show will bring together thousands of professionals to explore cutting-edge technologies, discuss industry trends, and forge valuable connections. The show is produced by the team behind WorkBoat Magazine and WorkBoat.com and serves as a trade-only platform for vessel owners, operators, builders, and the vendors and suppliers that support them.
Fincantieri Launches the First Integrated Underwater Drone System
27.10.2025
Today, at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center of La Spezia, Fincantieri launched its first “DEEP” underwater drone system during a demonstration mission. The event marks a fundamental milestone for Fincantieri in the field of underwater technology, confirming the Group’s leadership in the underwater sector and consolidating a clear and advanced path of industrial growth.
C-Innovation Plays a Key Role in First Oil at Salamanca for LLOG Exploration
27.10.2025
The completion of major subsea installation operations utilized the company's specialized marine assets and technical expertise to deliver comprehensive offshore services. C-I deployed the MPSV Dove equipped with a 150-ton crane and C-Leader offshore supply vessels (OSVs) to support critical subsea infrastructure installations over a 100-day operational period.
San Diego Declares “Saronic Day” as Mayor Joins Saronic to Recognize Official Opening of West Coast Facility
24.10.2025
By opening its new downtown San Diego facility, Saronic is deepening its committed to the region’s economic revitalization while strengthening its ability to deliver autonomous maritime capabilities to its commercial and US Navy partners.
Kongsberg Discovery Drives Multibeam Innovation with FEMME 2026
24.10.2025
Kongsberg Discovery has announced that the 18th Forum for the Exchange of Mutual Multibeam Experiences (FEMME) will take place in Genoa, Italy from 29 September to 2 October 2026.
Nauticus Robotics Announces 2025 Florida Lake Testing Plans
23.10.2025
Nauticus Robotics, a leading innovator in autonomous subsea robotics and software solutions today announced its plans for Aquanaut® testing at the Advanced Ocean Systems (AOS) lake facility in Stuart, FL.
Fugro UST21 Completes Geotechnical Work for Ørsted on South Korea’s Largest Offshore Wind Project
23.10.2025
Fugro UST21 has completed offshore geotechnical site investigations for Ørsted’s 1.4 GW Incheon offshore wind project in early August 2025, located approximately 70 km off the coast of Incheon, South Korea. The project is set to become the largest offshore wind farm in the country and plays a pivotal role in Korea’s transition to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Sonardyne Underwater Positioning and Tracking for US Academic Research Fleet
23.10.2025
Underwater positioning and tracking technology from Sonardyne has been chosen for three new oceanographic research vessels being built under the US' National Science Foundation (NSF) Regional Class Research Vessel (RCRV) construction programme.
Joint Industry Project to Introduce Next Generation Subsea Flowlines
21.10.2025
TotalEnergies, Equinor, Aker BP, DeepOcean, Tenaris and LS Cable & System have joined forces to commercialize an innovative subsea flowline heating technology. The solution is designed to reduce manufacturing and installation costs by up to 35% and carbon emissions by 30% through the separation of pipeline and heating installation.
Two Odyssey Marine Exploration Autonomous Benthic Mini Landers Successfully Deployed in the Cook Islands’ EEZ
20.10.2025
Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc., an ocean exploration leader engaged in critical mineral resource development, today announced the successful deployment of its two Autonomous Benthic Mini Landers (ABML) in the Cook Islands’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). This milestone marks the first deep-sea deployment of custom systems engineered by Develogic GmbH for Odyssey.
FET to Deliver New Model of Work Class ROV to Nigerian Oil and Gas Firm
20.10.2025
Forum Energy Technologies’ (FET) Subsea product line has secured a contract to provide two of its new generation work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV), the XLX EVO III, to Nigerian oil and gas firm Marine Platforms (MPL). MPL has a long-standing relationship with FET, using its systems across operations.
Oceanology International Extends Deadline for Industry Call for Content
20.10.2025
Oceanology International, the world’s leading forum for ocean science, engineering and technology, has announced an extended opportunity for industry pioneers and professionals to submit proposals for its renowned conference programme at next year’s event.
New HUGIN AUV for the University of Gothenburg to Replace “Ran”
17.10.2025
Thanks to a generous donation from the Voice of the Ocean Foundation (VOTO) and funds from insurance, the University of Gothenburg are able to buy a new AUV from Kongsberg AS, with delivery expected in winter 2026/2027. The new vehicle, named Ran II, will have the same capacity as Ran, but will be equipped with more robust decision support for emergencies and improved navigation.
New marine science course to bolster the blue economy
16.10.2025
A new marine science undergraduate Masters that prepares students for working in the blue economy has been
rolled out by the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) in Oban, a partner of UHI.
SMD Launches New Tech Facility to Drive Subsea Innovation
16.10.2025
Subsea technology and services company SMD has officially opened SMD Tech Works, a £3m state-of-the-art innovation and manufacturing centre designed to power the development of world-leading equipment.
Exail Expands Presence in the Baltic Sea with First DriX H-8 Delivery to Orlen Petrobaltic
16.10.2025
Exail, together with its partner Thesta, has delivered a DriX H-8 Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) to Orlen Petrobaltic. This marks the very first commercial deployment of DriX in Poland, where the complex maritime environment of the Baltic Sea demands innovative and resilient solutions for offshore operations.
DeepOcean charters near-shore survey and IMR-vessel
15.10.2025
Ocean services provider DeepOcean expands its service offering to the offshore renewables and oil and gas industries by entering into a time charter agreement for the multipurpose support vessel Glomar Supporter.
DeepOcean will utilise the Glomar Supporter to enhance its offering in survey, inspection and light IMR (inspection, maintenance and repair) markets to developers and operators of offshore wind farms and in the oil and gas sector.
