Saturday, February 7, 2026

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FET to Deliver Super Mohawk ROV to European Navy

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has agreed to a contract with a major shipbuilding group to supply a European navy with a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) system.Under the agreement, FET will deliver its Super Mohawk ROV, selected for its compact footprint and high payload capacity, allowing the system to be fitted with advanced equipment required for naval operations. The system will be built at the company’s Kirkbymoorside facility in the United Kingdom to meet customer specifications.“This award supports our company’s long-term strategy, FET 2030, to expand our role in an increasing

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FET Books Two Work-Class ROV Order from Nigerian Oil and Gas Firm

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).The contract win marks the first sale of FET’s XLX EVO III, which is an ultra-heavy-duty ROV.Designed to undertake a broad spectrum of underwater tasks, the 4000 m ROVs will be equipped with larger thrusters for increased through water performance and an improved buoyancy package, facilitating a 350kg payload.They will also boast a new bolted frame, now CNC machined

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FET to Deliver Work-Class ROV to DOF for Brazil Ops

Subsea robotics firm Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a contract with long-term client DOF for the delivery of a work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and supporting tether management system.The equipment will support extensive subsea operations in Brazil conducted by DOF, which operates one of the largest fleets of FET XLX ROVs globally.The order is scheduled for delivery in late 2025.The latest generation XLX-C24 ROV system features the advanced ICE Unity Control system and will be delivered with full remote operations capability.“This contract reflects the continued confidence

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FET Unveils New ROV Control System

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has launched its next generation remotely operated vehicle (ROV) control system – ICE Unity. In what is a significant leap forward for ROV control technology, the introduction of ICE Unity meets the increasing sector demand for data and control access from outside the core control system. Key features of ICE Unity include a modern user interface with physical and touchscreen controls, one common user interface across different ROVs, minimizing operator training, and network connectively which allows for remote operations as well as live streaming of

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Forum Energy Technologies Upgrades ROVs for Global Vessel Operator

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has been awarded a contract to upgrade two remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) for a global vessel operator, significantly enhancing the performance, efficiency and reliability of the systems.The upgraded systems will be equipped with FET’s latest control system, ICE Unity, plus FET’s proven system architecture including hydraulic manifolds, junction boxes and thrusters. Once delivered the systems will receive FET’s support services, as well as a minimum of 10 years protection from obsolescence.FET’s latest contract win follows a string of recent

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FET Appoints OGEQUIP As Subsea Operations Partner in Brazil

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has appointed OGEQUIP to represent its subsea operations in Brazil, strengthening FET’s position in South America. Under the partnership, OGEQUIP will deliver FET’s Subsea Technologies product line business development, technical and administrative support.  Headquartered in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, OGEQUIP specialises in providing maintenance solutions, equipment sales and products for the oil and gas sector. The company will apply its expertise and collaborate with FET to create solutions tailored to customer demands, including onshore and

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FET to Provide ROVs to Offshore Construction Firm

The Forum Energy Technologies (FET) Subsea product line has secured a contract to provide two work class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to CCC (Underwater Engineering) S.A.L (CCC (UE)), the UAE-based offshore construction organization.The FET Perry XLX-C 3000m systems will be used for construction, drill support, pipeline and platform inspection, survey, salvage and cleaning services. The first of the two ROVs will be delivered in November 2025, with the second scheduled for delivery in June 2026.The XLX-C features significantly enhanced performance across the full range of demanding intervention

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. announced it has upgraded its video recording solutions, optimizing the survey and inspection of subsea assets. Credit: FET

FET: Software Upgrade for Enhanced Subsea Video Recording

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. announced it has upgraded its video recording solutions, optimizing the survey and inspection of subsea assets. This latest advancement will deliver superior video quality and a versatile array of signal inputs.FET’s VisualSoft Suite 11.1 introduces features that seamlessly integrate with the company’s newest digital video recording hardware, VisualDVR. This multi-channel, rack-mountable system is engineered for deployment on remote operating vehicle (ROV) spreads across the energy, defense, research, ocean science and other blue economy sectors.The highlight

FET's Super Mowhawk II ROV, which will assist in river bed surveys. Credit: Forum Energy Technologies

FET Inks Deal to Expand Shallow Water Ops

Forum Energy Technologies' (FET) Subsea Product Line has signed a contract for the sale of an electric Sub Atlantic Super Mohawk II remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and Dynacon Launch and Recovery (LARS) system to a North American subsea organization. The ROV will be used for shallow water operations in the Northeastern United States, marking the company’s first sale for river bed assessments alongside offshore wind farm surveying.FET’s Observation-Class ROV is known for its ability to operate in harsh environments and undertake a wide variety of underwater tasks. It provides high

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