ROV Planet Articles
Interocean Secures Four-year Extension with Vattenfall
27.11.2024
Specialist provider of offshore support services, Interocean Marine Services (Interocean) has been awarded a four-year extension to its frame agreement with multinational power company, Vattenfall. Strengthening the existing relationship, the new contract will see Interocean introduce its remotely operated vehicle (ROV) inspection services to support Below Water Balance of Plant (BOP) for the Thanet, Kentish Flats, and Kentish Flats Extension wind farms, alongside the Aberdeen and Ormonde offshore wind farms it already supports.
Ashtead Technology Completes Acquisition of Seatronics and J2 Subsea
26.11.2024
Ashtead Technology, a leading global provider of subsea technology and solutions to the offshore energy market is pleased to announce the completion of its £63m acquisition of Seatronics and J2 Subsea.
HyperKelp Awarded $1.3 Million U.S. Navy Contract for Groundbreaking Counter-Hypersonic Detection Technology
26.11.2024
HyperKelp has been awarded a $1.3 million contract by the United States Navy, solidifying its position as the only company selected to advance buoy-based counter-hypersonic sensing technology. This award builds on the success of HyperKelp’s Kelp Smart Buoy (KSB) platform, a compact sonobuoy system that delivers vital, surface-based intelligence on hypersonic threats.
British Engineers Successfully Demonstrate UK’s First Autonomous Extra Large Submarine for Military Use
25.11.2024
A team of British engineers based in Portsmouth has successfully demonstrated a new type of autonomous submarine, developed specifically for military use, off the south coast of England.
BlueHalo Acquires VideoRay, Adds Unmanned Maritime to All-Domain Defense Technologies
22.11.2024
VideoRay, a global leader in underwater robotic systems, today announced that it has been acquired by BlueHalo, a defense technology company that brings to market next-generation capabilities to support customers’ critical missions and national security.
Influential Forum Reports Early Success in Tackling Subsea Challenges
21.11.2024
An influential forum of oil and gas operators with a vested interest in subsea operations is tackling the challenges of ageing offshore infrastructure through cross-industry collaboration. Early reports, since the forum was established by Global Underwater Hub (GUH), reveal that it has been instrumental in linking end-users to the supply chain in a bid to overcome barriers and accelerate solutions which will have a tangible impact on increasing efficiency and reducing operating costs as well as safety and environmental risks.
Omega Subsea Completes FAT on Newly Developed ROVs
21.11.2024
Omega Subsea, in partnership with Kystdesign, has successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for two newly developed remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs) designed to meet the evolving demands of the subsea industry.
DeepOcean Awarded a Landmark 8-year Contract by Equinor
21.11.2024
Ocean services provider DeepOcean has been awarded its largest contract on record, a long-term subsea inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) contract by Equinor. The eight-year contract will set a new benchmark for digitalized and environmentally friendly IMR operations.
Base Materials Becomes the First Syntactic Foam Subsea Buoyancy Manufacturer with DNV Type Approval and Approval of Manufacture
20.11.2024
Showcasing the unrivalled quality and high performance of its low-density syntactic buoyancy material range, Base Materials has become the first syntactic foam subsea buoyancy manufacturer to receive DNV type approval (TAC) on its Subtec® 11500 material and Approval of Manufacture (AoM) for the complete range of Subtec® materials.
Nauticus Robotics and SeaTrepid International Collaborate to Bring ToolKITT Software to ROVs
19.11.2024
Nauticus Robotics, a leading innovator in autonomous subsea robotics and software solutions, today announced a strategic collaboration with SeaTrepid International, to integrate and test its ToolKITT software on a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) in SeaTrepid's fleet.
One Week to Go: 400+ Exhibitors from Offshore Energy Industry to Gather in Amsterdam
19.11.2024
Navingo, the organizer of the annual Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference (OEEC) in Amsterdam, will welcome more than 400 exhibitors and co-exhibitors, and thousands of visitors, at the 17th edition of the event on November 26 and 27.
General Oceans Acquires RS Aqua
19.11.2024
General Oceans, like RS Aqua, are innovators within the ocean technology sector and have successfully completed a number of recent acquisitions in the underwater technology market including Tritech International Ltd in 2022 and Klein Marine Systems in 2023. General Oceans reported revenues of GBP 62 million in 2023, an increase of 28 per cent compared to 2022, and now consists of six operating companies including RS Aqua. General Oceans employs more than 300 people based in Europe, UK, US and Australia.
JFD successfully mobilises the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) during complex international exercise, Dynamic Monarch
19.11.2024
JFD, part of James Fisher and Sons plc, participates in Dynamic Monarch 24 mobilising the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) as part of a multi-nation exercise to test and refine submarine intervention and rescue capabilities in some of the most challenging environments.
OEG Renewables Business Hughes Subsea Awarded Baltic Power Contract
14.11.2024
OEG Energy Group, a leading energy solutions business, is pleased to announce that OEG Renewables business Hughes Subsea has been awarded a contract with Baltic Power for boulder clearance during the construction phase of the Baltic Power offshore wind farm.
LSU Engineering, Chance Maritime Collaborate on Uncrewed Underwater Research
14.11.2024
In an old quarry near Lafayette, La., an uncrewed boat is dropping a remote-controlled robot down to the bottom of a lakebed before retrieving it and returning to shore. If a passerby stumbled upon this scene, he or she might think it was something out of a spy movie. Instead, it’s a cutting-edge project that shows how advanced robotic systems can help monitor and protect marine environments, as well as inspect and maintain offshore infrastructure.
Beam Unveils Self-Driving Subsea Robot Set to Revolutionise Wind Farm Operations
13.11.2024
Beam, a leading provider of high-technology offshore wind services, has announced Scout at Web Summit: an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Scout, a concept expected to enter the market in 2025, will put the power of subsea inspection directly in the hands of wind farm operators.
Greensea IQ Partners with Water Linked in Successful Testing of IQNS Navigation and Autonomy System on VideoRay Defender ROV
12.11.2024
Greensea IQ is pleased to announce the successful completion of field testing IQNS edge processing and navigation system on the VideoRay Defender ROV. Developed in collaboration with the Defense Innovation Unit, this significant navigation and stability upgrade provides expanded capabilities for subsea operations, offering improved control and efficiency for operators in demanding environments. For the demonstration, Greensea IQ worked closely with Water Linked AS, integrating the IQNS with the DVL A125 to create a stand-alone underwater navigation solution.
DCI Group and RTsys Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Military Training Solutions with Leading Underwater Robotics
12.11.2024
DCI Group, a leading provider of military training solutions, and RTsys, a global leader in autonomous underwater vehicles, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to integrate cutting-edge underwater robotic technologies into military training programs, enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness of international armed forces and security forces through the transfer of the French Armed Forces know-how.
