Cellula Robotics Selects Sonardyne for Long-Range AUVs
positioning technology for its long-range autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) platforms.The company has ordered multiple Sonardyne SPRINT-Nav X navigation systems - Sonardyne's highest grade and underwater navigation system.The company has also selected Sonardyne’s AvTrak 6 for tracking, communications and mission control. Part of the package/purchase is multiple Sonardyne Ranger 2 Ultra-Short BaseLine (USBL) positioning and communications systems for both AUV end users and demonstration and testing.“Our users need certainty,” says Richard Mills, Cellula’s Chief Commercial
RS Aqua Launches Marlin Acoustic Monitoring System
with alerts delivered directly to end users. Its modular, scalable architecture supports both fixed and mobile deployments and is compatible with NATO STANAG protocols.With integrated 4G as standard and plug and play options including 5G, Starlink, point-to-point radio and Iridium satellite communications, Marlin is built to operate wherever the mission demands.Marlin has been developed to support a wide range of applications, from real-time marine environmental monitoring and long-term ecological research to remote asset surveillance and security-critical maritime operations
RS Aqua Announces Strategic Partnership with US -based Seasats to Bring Autonomous Surface Vehicles to UK and Ireland Defence Market
addresses the growing need for coastal security against surface, subsurface, and sUAS threats that are becoming a prevalent global problem. In partnership with RS Aqua, the Quickfish will be provided in the UK to accelerate domestic maritime security capabilities.Core Capabilities:Multi-modal communications: Starlink, Iridium, cellular, MANET radiosRedundant sensor package: Marine radar, HD and thermal cameras, AIS broadcast/receive, LiDAROpen systems architecture for integration with third party C2 platformsBrowser-based UI operable via secure tablet, laptop, or mobile deviceLaunch/recovery in
Sonardyne Launches Intelligent Subsea Monitoring Tool
technology specialist Sonardyne has launched Observer, a new advanced monitoring system for real-time integrity management of subsea infrastructure across the offshore energy industry.Observer combines high and low frequency motion and position monitoring, powerful in-built analytics and wireless communications to deliver live insight into how subsea assets are truly behaving.This means unseen process and environmental challenges, from pipeline expansion and contraction to vortex and flow induced vibration, can be addressed before they become a problem, lowering risk and intervention and costs, while
Teledyne, M Subs Announce Strategic Collaboration for Naval Opportunities
the complementary expertise of both organizations to develop and execute business opportunities related to the UK Royal Navy and other international naval programs. The collaboration will focus on integrating advanced technologies, including vehicle platforms, autonomy systems, sonars, acoustic communications, cameras, lighting, and subsea connectors, to deliver solutions for maritime operations.Efforts are already underway on cooperation with Teledyne SeaBat multibeam sonars successfully integrated and demonstrated on Zero USV platforms at REPMUS 2025. In addition, work has commenced on the deployment
Rising expectations: A deep dive on underwater vehicles
and lifecycle expectations.”UsabilityUser experience holds enormous weight for customers shopping for underwater vehicles. Systems need to be efficient, customizable and ultimately useful for the desired work.“Customers want systems that can handle uncertainty, operate with limited communications, and integrate smoothly into broader maritime forces that include crewed ships, aircraft and other unmanned platforms,” said Fotheringham. “They're also looking for reduced operator burden.”“We’re also seeing strong demand for smaller, more portable platforms
EdgeTech Introduces the Trace Side Scan Sonar for Micro-UUV, ROV, USV
customized vehicle-specific arrays. The system is ideal for shallow water survey applications, providing an excellent combination for range and resolution. With an average power draw of only 7-10W the 12-24 v DC system has been optimized for size, power and weight. Integrators can choose RS232 communications for navigation devices and other sensors. External triggering is also available. The Trace system has an ethernet interface to connect to the host platform and comes with a common EdgeTech command and control interface. EdgeTech’s sonar data is streamed from the Trace system for storage
Argentina Accedes Cape Town Agreement, Entry into Force February 2027
in their ports to verify compliance with the 2012 Cape Town Agreement requirements. These cover the design, construction, equipment and inspection of fishing vessels, as well as vessel stability and seaworthiness, machinery and electrical installations, life-saving appliances, fire protection and communications equipment. Beyond safety, the Agreement is also expected to support the reduction of marine plastic pollution from abandoned or lost fishing gear. Four pillars for fishing vessel safety The 2012 Cape Town Agreement is the culmination of decades of work by IMO, building on earlier internation
Retiring the R/V Endeavor: Celebrating a Lifetime of Accomplishments and Memories
capability wise, if you stepped on Endeavor today, after 50 years of service, you would never know that it's a 50-year-old ship. We worked very hard to keep it up to date. We're constantly installing new equipment. In the last five or six years, there's been huge advances in satellite communications and cybersecurity, and we're a leader in that regard," Gruebel added.New era, new DawnAs Endeavor heads into retirement, URI is planning for its new vessel, R/V Narragansett Dawn, which at time of writing is under construction in Houma, Louisiana, and will be delivered in March 2026
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