Marine Technology Reporter - May 2018
The May 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter is now available in print and online.This edition includes features on:Subsea residency: robotic systems move closer to living on the seafloorResearch facilities: MTR goes inside Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, where the U.S. Navy tests scale models in big facilities Subsea engineering: powering up the seafloor in an effort to boost oil and gas productionNew tech: the latest from gliders to USBLsResearch vessels...and moreRead more at https://magazines.marinelink.com/nwm/MarineTechnology/201805/.
Apply Now for the MTR 100
The July/August issue of Marine Technology Reporter — the world's leading subsea industry b2b publication — will once again be the annual MTR 100 edition, featuring profiles of 100 leading companies and innovators in the marine technology sector.Inclusion in the 2018 MTR 100 edition is free and open to all serving the global sector, but companies must apply by July 5, 2018 to be considered.Apply now at http://mtr100.marinetechnologynews.com/.For additional information, contact Greg Trauthwein at [email protected], or Eric Haun at [email protected]
MTR100 Deadline is Fast Approaching - Apply Now
The July/August issue of Marine Technology Reporter — the world's leading subsea industry b2b publication — will once again be the annual MTR 100 edition, featuring profiles of 100 leading companies and innovators in the marine technology sector.Inclusion in the 2018 MTR 100 edition is free and open to all serving the global sector, but companies must apply by July 5, 2018 to be considered.Apply now at http://mtr100.marinetechnologynews.com/.For additional information, contact Greg Trauthwein at [email protected], or Eric Haun at [email protected]
Kraken Scoops $9 Mln Deep-Sea Battery Contract
Canadian headquartered marine technology company Kraken Robotics Inc. said it has reached a deal with Ocean Infinity to supply $9 million worth of deep-sea batteries for the U.S. based ocean survey and exploration company for delivery from Q4 2018 to Q4 2019.Kraken will arrange for these batteries to be built by Kraken Power GmbH, an entity in which Kraken currently holds a 19.9 percent interest. The first purchase order has been issued for $2.5 million and the subsequent purchase order of $6.5 million is expected in early Q1 2019.Karl Kenny, Kraken’s President and CEO, said, “We are very
Navy Tests Scale Models in Big Facilities
(CRADAs) are legal agreements between a government research and development laboratory and a non-Navy partner to cooperatively conduct research and development in a given technical area and share in the technical results derived from the joint effort.(As published in the May 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
Meet Kraken’s Tentacle Autonomous LARS
strong and flexible.Width: 1,330 mmDepth: 1,380 mmHeight: 1,550 mmWeight: 12 kNCable OD: 8-12 mmCable Capacity: 2,000 mPull: 15 kNPower: 440 3ØThe AuthorDavid Shea is Vice President of Engineering, Kraken Robotic Systems Inc.(As published in the June 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
Innovation Starts @ Marine Hub Cornwall
Marine Hub Cornwall are on a mission to showcase the UK’s southwest coast as a world class center for marine technology and innovation. Working alongside Invest in Cornwall, which manages inward investment into the region, Marine Hub’s Operations Director, Matt Hodson, explains why he believes Cornwall is best positioned to be a global hub for the marine renewable industry.To kick off, can you give the readers a brief overview of your experience and what led you to become the Operations Director at Marine Hub?I’ve spent much of my early career at sea and I’m lucky enough to
Students Face Off in Underwater Competition
;s McGill University, University of British Columbia and University of Victoria; China’s Northwestern Polytechnical University; India’s Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay; Japan’s Kyushu Institute of Technology; Russia’s Far Eastern Federal University/Institute for Marine Technology Problems and Maritime State University/Centre for Robotics Development; and Thailand’s Kasetsart University.The AuthorSierra Jones is a contractor for ONR Corporate Strategic Communications
Symbiotic Autonomy for Deep Water Survey
Marine technology partners have developed a new long endurance, multi-vehicle, autonomous survey solution.ASV Global (ASV), in partnership with Sonardyne International Ltd., the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and SeeByte, have delivered a long endurance, multi-vehicle, autonomous survey solution after a two-week trial in Scotland’s Loch Ness. The tests were the culmination of the three-year ‘Autonomous Surface and Sub-surface Survey System’ collaborative project, part-funded by Innovate UK and Dstl, which set out to produce an integrated system to perform low cost, full water
MTR’s “Top 10” Ocean Influencers
Out today is the 13th Annual “MTR100”, Marine Technology Reporter’s profiling of 100 leading companies, people and technologies in the subsea space. This year for the first time the editorial staff, with input from the global industry, delivers a listing of the “Top 10 Ocean Influencers.” Marine Technology Reporter’s Top 10 are profiled in short below; for the full editorial see the July/August 2018 edition at: https://magazines.marinelink.com/nwm/MarineTechnology/201807/No. 1Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman, Nippon FoundationYohei Sasakawa, Chairman, Nippon
EU Grant Supports New Unmanned Survey Vessel
A pioneering hydrographic survey company has been awaded grant funding from Marine-i, the EU funded program set up to boost the marine technology sector in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.The company, Ultrabeam Hydrographic, which provides ultra high resolution hydrographic surveys for clients with marine based assets, such as harbors, subsea pipelines and oil and gas platforms, has developed a new type of unmanned surface vessel believed to be the first of its kind.The Ultra-USV 3-meter catamaran carries a full suite of high-tech survey equipment and has been designed to gather fast, accurate and
Ocean Infinity Invest $2.3 Mln in Kraken
Toronto listed marine technology company Kraken Robotics Inc. announced a non-brokered private placement offering with ocean survey and exploration company Ocean Infinity Ltd. whereby Ocean Infinity will acquire 11,520,000 units in Kraken which, upon completion, will result in Ocean Infinity owning 9.99 percent of Kraken’s issued common shares.The companies began their relationship in 2017 when Ocean Infinity awarded a $3 million contract for Kraken’s AquaPix to be integrated onboard Its HUGIN autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV).It was announced in May this year that Ocean Infinity would
Taking UUVs Faster, Further & Deeper
approach has ensured faster delivery of UUVs that can range further, while diving deeper, than ever before possible in compact vehicles. With nearly 100 Riptide vehicles delivered to date, the market has clearly indicated it is moving faster as well.(As published in the June 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
Powering the Seafloor: Put a Socket in It
and the applications are ready,” says Bugge. Reliability of this equipment will be key, but it’s coming. “It’s early days, but I think this energy revolution at the seabed is coming and it won’t be just for oil and gas.”(As published in the May 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
Apply Now for the MTR100
Hurry! The July 5 deadline to apply to be featured in Marine Technology Reporter's annual MTR 100 awards edition is approaching fast.Inclusion in the 2018 MTR 100 edition is free and open to all serving the global subsea sector, but companies must apply by July 5, 2018 to be considered.Apply now at http://mtr100.marinetechnologynews.com/.For additional information, contact Greg Trauthwein at [email protected], or Eric Haun at [email protected]
Kasteleijn, Nijs Join Tocardo Managing Board
and flood barriers, as at the Afsluitdijk, but also at the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier, part of the Dutch Delta Works. This in combination with a track record of 11 installed turbines is a proven technology.Read more on Torcado's work here from the November/December 2017 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
Unmanned Vehicles May Soon Take Up Residency Subsea
for resident vehicles, regulation relating to unmanned vehicles, and skepticism and resistance to change. But, with a string of roadmaps in place, from vendors to operators and service providers, resident subsea vehicles are just a matter of time.(As published in the May 2018 edition of Marine Technology Reporter
