Viridien Progresses Hybrid Multi-Client Survey Offshore Malaysia
of dual Sercel TPSTM broadband seismic sources on a hybrid-receiver survey in the region.The Langkasuka MC3D dataset will integrate 12,300 sq km of streamer data and 3,300 sq km of OBN data acquired in the Malacca Strait, offshore West Peninsular Malaysia.Viridien will apply its advanced imaging technologies including time-lag full-waveform inversion (TLFWI) to the low-frequency TPS data to image the complex pre-tertiary sequences in the region, where the presence of a previously unexplored Paleozoic sedimentary section has been demonstrated.This project is supported by a high level of industry funding
Snow Problem Too Big: A floating polar laboratory tackles Arctic research
. Atmospheric and underwater sensors line the outside of the vessel, and a CTD-rosette measures the physical, chemical and biological properties of the water column.The CTD-rosette. © Maéva Bardy - Fondation Tara Ocean"For the sake of reliability, we have decided to avoid fancy and immature technologies but instead focus on efficiency and co-generation," said Troublé. "The efficiency of the power generator has been brought to 82% as the heat generated is captured to warm the vessel. The lab space for science represents 55% of the total area of the vessel, with direct access to
Oceaneering Becomes Authorized Starlink Reseller
workflows, and remote technical support services.Oceaneering brings together expertise from across its digital solutions, subsea robotics, and offshore services organizations to help customers maximize the value of connected operations. Through a One Oceaneering approach, customers can access the technologies, operational expertise, and project delivery capabilities needed to support critical operations worldwide
KONGSBERG Launches Aegir Subsea Situational Awareness Sonars
of critical maritime assets.Earlier this year, KONGSBERG announced two major contracts reflecting growing demand for integrated monitoring and protection of critical maritime infrastructure. One contract covers surveillance of Princess Elisabeth Island in the North Sea, where KONGSBERG will deliver technologies including drone detection radar and vessel traffic services. The other, for an unnamed international customer, focuses on underwater surveillance and protection.As part of the launch, visitors to ONS will be able to view a live data feed from an operational Aegir SSA sonar installation located
Handy Helpers: Electric Underwater Tools and Manipulators
, and execute tasks with reduced operator input.Development teams have started functional and load testing, with Nauticus Robotics’ Aquanaut AUV serving as the initial integration vehicle for future field demonstrations.An electric future“What's particularly exciting is the role these technologies will play in reducing human intervention in hazardous environments,” Dewell enthused. “By combining advanced manipulation with greater automation and, ultimately, Al-enabled capabilities, we can improve safety, make operations more efficient and unlock new ways of working underwater
Comms and Control
,000 kilometers fully submerged mission over 385 hours of continuous operation, including over 4,000 non-linear maneuvers. The demonstration was achieved using the hydrogen fuel cell technology developed with Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen, Inc.On announcing a memorandum of understanding with Integer Technologies, Alex Johnson, Director of Products at Cellula Robotics, highlighted the need for system awareness and mission confidence in long-range undersea operations. The agreement establishes a cooperative framework to layer Integer’s DIGIT COMMAND operator software with Cellula’s mission control
SMD Appoints New Senior Leadership
as the company prepares to bring more next-generation electric systems to market.Supporting this growth is Paul Green, new head of continuous improvement. His role focuses on optimising manufacturing processes, improving operational performance and ensuring the business continues to scale as new technologies are brought to market.As the industry transitions towards electrification, SMD continues to invest in the development of next-generation technologies and has received multiple customer orders for its new electric ROVs. Deliveries of QuantumEV Construction machines and AtomEV IRM/Survey machines
MFE Becomes U.S. Distributor for IVM’s HYDRO Photogrammetry Systems
MFE Inspection Solutions has partnered with IVM Technologies, becoming IVM’s first authorized U.S. distributor for its HYDRO Series.Through MFE Offshore, U.S. offshore and subsea teams will gain access to these photogrammetry systems for creating accurate 3D models of underwater assets.“Subsea teams are increasingly looking for more than visual documentation—they need accurate measurements and detailed 3D records for their inspections and work planning,” said Wendy Post, General Manager of MFE Offshore. “IVM has developed its HYDRO Series around these practical inspection
One Hull, Many Missions: How Modular USVs Are Changing Autonomous Marine Operations
mounting locations, including a moon pool, dry payload bay, mast, or keel, allowing operators to quickly configure the vehicle for different sensors without fundamentally changing the platform itself.This flexibility eliminates the need to maintain separate vessels for every mission while allowing new technologies to be integrated as operational needs evolve.The platform also incorporates over-the-horizon communications, multiple power options, and remote command-and-control capabilities that enable operators to supervise missions from shore. In many cases, a single operator can oversee multiple vehicles
August 2026
