Kongsberg Discovery, Fugro Reinforce Main Supplier Agreement
the precise navigation, seabed mapping and underwater positioning required for autonomous success.In addition to multibeam echosounders and Seapath INS, Fugro will continue to utilize a broader portfolio of Kongsberg Discovery systems including HiPAP underwater acoustic positioning and communication technology. Together, these solutions provide the high-accuracy situational awareness needed for complex offshore survey projects
Hydromea, Equinor Achieve World’s First Wireless Broadband Data Transfer from Seabed to Cloud
for asset integrity engineers and Underwater Intervention Drone (UID) pilots. The result is a seamless, end-to-end data flow—subsea sensors and vehicles can now deliver critical insights to operators in real time.Hydromea’s LUMA platform leverages high-speed, low-latency optical communication technology capable of transmitting data at up to 10 Mbps, even at depths of up to 6,000 meters. This reduces the costs, risks, and environmental footprint associated with traditional subsea monitoring, which often relies on vessel use and cabled solutions. By enabling instant data transmission to the
Hydromea Expands US Presence with New Local Partner
.This strategic partnership aims to expand Hydromea's presence in North America and bring its innovative underwater inspection technology to a broader customer base.EXRAY is Hydromea's compact underwater inspection remotely operated vehicle (ROV) equipped with proprietary LUMA wireless communication technology,has been making waves in the industry since its commercial launch. The robot's ability to perform efficient and data-rich inspections in confined flooded spaces has garnered significant attention from various sectors, including offshore energy, industrial water, and maritime industries
Hydromea Unveils Underwater Inspection Robot with Proprietary Wireless Communication Technology
communications specialist Hydromea is set to introduce a new 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™.The Hydromea team has dedicated significant time and resources to develop a robot that it says will transform the landscape of inspection and monitoring of submerged assets. The proprietary wireless communication technology LUMA™ not only ensures seamless communication
UTEC Partnership in Saudi Arabia
products and solutions to the offshore energy industry.This partnership strengthens UTEC’s presence in the Saudi Arabian energy and geoscience subsea survey market, with Front End as its partner.Front End’s companies specialize in renewable energy, oil field services, information and communication technology, building materials, infrastructure, industrial, maritime services and manpower supply for diverse economic sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and neighbouring countries.Front End will play a pivotal role in UTEC’s growing presence in Saudi Arabia, by promoting survey services
Discover the Future of Ocean Tech: Oi24 Event Registration Now Live
technologies live, in- and on- the water. Viewing platforms and micro theatres enable close scrutiny of the technology, while the operators are on hand to provide more information.OceanICT – A co-located event within the main exhibition hall, OceanICT will engage with information and communication technology (ICT) experts and discover how recent breakthroughs are facilitating a smarter, more sustainable ocean through greater connectivity. It will connect AI, communications, satellite, IT and IOT solutions providers with key ocean- and water-based end user sectors from around the world.Conference
Barge Completes Autonomous Navigation Test in Busy Belgian Waterways
KONGSBERG and Norway’s leading research organisation, SINTEF, as well as several European partners.The aim of the AUTOSHIP project is to test and develop fully autonomous navigation systems, intelligent machinery systems, self-diagnostics, prognostics and operation scheduling, as well as communication technology enabling a prominent level of cyber security and integrating the vessels into upgraded e-infrastructure.The successful test of the Zulu 4 barge verifies the maturity of key enabling technologies and helps build the real-world data required to assure the safety and security of autonomous
Hydromea, Unplugged Team on Subsea Resident Drone System
afford the size and cost of complex systems. However, the economics of the upcoming emerging sectors are such that they require robust, lower-cost, and miniaturized continuous monitoring solutions. We are excited to help address this by combining our expertise in portable robotics and underwater communication technology with Unplugged unrivaled expertise in underwater induction technology.”“We are already a leading induction supplier with large AUV (autonomous underwater vehicle) players. Through this partnership with Hydromea, we will be addressing the emerging demand for low-footprint drone
Hydromea's Wireless ROV Tested at TotalEnergies’ FPSO Ballast Water Tank
to collect visual inspection data, validating system performance including wireless navigation and wireless communication, Hydromea said.According to Hydromea, the pilot was able to command and control the vehicle and receive real-time 1080p video feedback, using proprietary wireless optical communication technology that replaces a cabled connection. Without a tether attached, the risk of entanglement in complex confined spaces is greatly reduced, Hydromea said.The project is funded by the Net Zero Technology Centre (ex-OGTC) based in Aberdeen, Scotland, and is part of a larger development roadmap focused
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