FET Observation-class ROV for Memorial University
Forum Energy Technologies (FET) secured a contract from the Memorial University of Newfoundland to supply an electric observation-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to its Fisheries and Marine Institute (MI), School of Ocean Technology.The primary function of the Sub-Atlantic Mohican ROV system will be to support ocean research, while it will also be used for pilot technician training. For ocean research operations, the ROV will be required to carry a payload skid for navigation, equipment and sensors, as well as be capable of manipulation and intervention.The Mohican is equipped for inspection
Sonardyne Helps Study Ocean Currents for Climate Insights
James Cook during the Overturning in the Subpolar North Atlantic Program (OSNAP) research cruise, jointly led by SAMS and the National Oceanography Center (NOC) in August. The western instrument was deployed by SAMS oceanographer Dr Sam Jones during a cruise on board the RV Meteor, led by the German marine institute GEOMAR in September.SAMS oceanographer Dr Kristin Burmeister, co-chief scientist on the OSNAP cruise said: “This is the first time these Sonardyne pressure sensors have been used in ocean physics, but they could be a game changer in how effectively we can measure the vast AMOC.
AutoNaut Completes a 16-week, 4,000-mile Mission on the Atlantic continental shelf break
to external stakeholders. Enter SAMSThe Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) partnered and helped to develop the science program. Other stakeholders became associated in the data collection program as the project developed and the route changed. These included the Irish Marine Institute, Galway Marine Institute of Technology, OSNAP and iFADO partners, NOC, CEFAS, University of Exeter, and the UK Met Office. The data collected are made freely available to all partners.The sensor fit for this deployment was loaned to AutoNaut, for which we are grateful. It comprised:Nortek
Ireland’s New Research Vessel Arrives in Galway
2022. The vessel has been named the RV Tom Crean after the renowned seaman and explorer from Kerry, who undertook three ground-breaking expeditions to the Antarctic in the early years of the 20th Century.The RV Tom Crean, which will be based in Galway after its commissioning, will enable the Marine Institute to continue to lead and support vital scientific surveys.The Marine Institute is the State agency responsible for marine research, technology development, and innovation in Ireland. It provides scientific and technical advice to Government to help inform policy and to support the sustainable
Case Study: Autonaut Put to the Test
. Image courtesy AutoNautEnter SAMSThe Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) partnered and helped to develop the science program. Other stakeholders became associated in the data collection program as the project developed and the route changed. These included the Irish Marine Institute, Galway Marine Institute of Technology, OSNAP and iFADO partners, NOC, CEFAS, University of Exeter, and the UK Met Office. The data collected are made freely available to all partners.The sensor fit for this deployment was loaned to AutoNaut, for which we are grateful. It comprised:Nortek
Kraken Scores $7.1 Million of Contracts for Offshore Subsea Inspections
the offshore environment, significant cost reductions, more flexible and scalable operations, and environmental sustainability as operational carbon footprints can be dramatically reduced.”GeoTrac ProjectPanGeo, a Kraken subsidiary, in partnership with Memorial University’s Fisheries and Marine Institute, has been approved for a $4.8 million contract (total project costs of $5.2 million). The GeoTrac project will see the development of a new multi-sensor platform that will acquire high-resolution 3D Synthetic Aperture Sonar sub-bottom data as well as soil resistivity measurements for geotechnical
Ocean SuperCluster to Provide $2 Million for GeoScan Wide Area Acoustic Corer
. has secured $2 million in funding from Canada’s Ocean Supercluster for the development of wider scanning capability and increased efficiency called GeoScan.The new $3.4 million project will run through to March 2023 and will see PanGeo work with Cellula Robotics of British Columbia and the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland to reconfigure the Acoustic Corer 3D technology to allow for a wider area scan and the ability to image geohazards to depths greater than 30 meters sub-seabed. In addition to providing wider area scans, PanGeo will incorporate new Artificial Intelligence
Ireland’s New Research Vessel to Be Named Tom Crean
the life of a fellow crew member and was awarded the Albert Medal for his acts of heroism. In 1914, he joined Ernest Shackleton on the Endurance expedition and, again, he proved himself to be a much trusted crew member and someone capable of great endurance and heroism.Dr. Paul Connolly, CEO of the Marine Institute said, "The decision to name Ireland's new research vessel after Tom Crean honors his achievements and gives due recognition to an Irish explorer of international renown. The Institute greatly appreciates the support of the descendants of Tom Crean in this decision. This naming decision
Teledyne CARIS receives Canada’s Ocean Supercluster Award
real-world experience (and location on Canada’s West Coast) made them an ideal collaborator and provide a national perspective.In addition to OFG, Teledyne CARIS will be working with other stakeholders to assist on training, including the University of New Brunswick and Memorial Universities Marine Institute. Both universities offer CARIS software as part of their curriculum. Other stakeholders include CIDCO from Quebec and H2i a consultancy from Ottawa specializing in Ocean Mapping strategy
February 2024
