Green Marine UK Looks to Support UK’s Subsea Power and Communications Network
Offshore specialist Green Marine is expanding its capabilities to support the UK’s vital intercountry power and communication transmission cable infrastructure.Cable networks form the backbone of the nation’s energy distribution system, playing a critical role in the transfer and balancing of power and communications across regions (both domestic and international). A significant portion of these are high-voltage subsea cables, including the Western HVDC link cable which Green Marine has previously serviced.However, these extensive domestic and international cable networks remain vulnerable
Fincantieri Invests in Deep Tech Scale-Up for Naval and Submarine Sector
for underwater communication, which is a sector of growing relevance, especially in the context of dual-use applications.“This investment is another step forward in our innovation and digitalization strategy. The WSense technologies open up new possibilities for the monitoring and security of maritime infrastructures and act as key enablers for the advancement of the entire underwater domain.“With this transaction, we are confirming our commitment to investing in pioneering solutions that can define the future of shipbuilding and underwater defense, while simultaneously supporting the growth
OPT Scoops $2M PowerBuoy Order from Latin America
Marine power, data and service solutions company Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) has booked $2 million order for its wave, solar, and wind power generation PowerBuoy from a customer in Latin America.OPT’s next generation PowerBuoy, to be delivered to unnamed customer, can be deployed for long durations in water depths ranging from coastal to deep ocean water and support payload above and below the surface.The systems can be equipped with a range of communication solutions."We are thrilled to add PowerBuoys to our offering in Latin America. This order builds on the growth of our WAM-V solutions
OPT Assembles PowerBuoy Bound for Naval Postgraduate School
AI-capable PowerBuoy for Naval Postgraduate School, ahead of shipment planned for early 2025.The full system, which includes installing AT&T 5G technology and integrating advanced subsea sensors into a PowerBuoy equipped with OPT’s latest Merrows suite for AI capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) across platforms, is now being readied for shipment.Once deployed, the PowerBuoy will provide continuous, autonomous monitoring and data collection capabilities in one of the world’s most strategically significant maritime environments.“We are very excited about
OPT to Deliver AI-Ready Wave Energy PowerBuoy to Middle East
U.S.-based marine power, data, and services company Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) has secured an order for its PowerBuoy, equipped with Merrows, the artificial intelligence (AI) capable maritime domain awareness solution.The contract with an undisclosed client and value entails immediate delivery of OPT’s PowerBuoy to Middle East.According to OPT, the contract will generate revenues in the current quarter. The company had previously announced its selection as a preferred supplier for its Merrows-equipped buoys in the region."We are continuing to grow our business across all our solutions
Inmarsat Launches NexusWave to Boost Maritime Communications
Mobile satellite communications provider Inmarsat, a Visata company, has launched NexusWave, a fully managed connectivity service designed to improve maritime communications and global coverage at sea.NexusWave is underpinned by a bonded multi-dimensional network, offering high-speed connectivity, unlimited data, global coverage, and ‘secure by design’ infrastructure, according to Inmarsat.Delivered by a single provider, NexusWave offers fully managed service that seamlessly integrates multiple high-speed networks in real time – Global Xpress (GX) Ka-band, low-Earth orbit (LEO)
SWiG's Wireless Acoustic Standard to Improve Comms Between Offshore Vessels & Subsea Vehicles
Subsea Wireless Group (SWiG) has launched a new wireless acoustic standard to improve communication between offshore vessels and the vehicles used in underwater inspection, maintenance, and repair.SWiG, an oil and gas industry network with members from all parts of the supply chain, operators, systems integrators, equipment, vehicle, and sensor manufacturers, addresses problems related to the increasing diversity of communication systems used by Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs).According to the organization, its new standard, SWiGacoustic, provides a simple acoustic protocol that satisfies
Inmarsat's Satellite Services for OceanGate Expeditions' 2022 Titanic Survey Expedition
anywhere in the world and to share important findings immediately while enhancing safety for the entire operation. Following the tragic loss of life in the sinking of Titanic, the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) was adopted. Over the years the SOLAS Convention evolved as maritime technologies evolved. Inmarsat (originally International Mobile Satellite Organization) was established in 1979 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to provide modern wireless communications to maritime vessels and served as a crucial advancement in maritime safety.In 1992 the IMO, the
Inmarsat, ITC Global Expand Connectivity Options
the Panasonic Avionics Corp subsidiary ITC Global have announced a five-year strategic collaboration.The partnership enables the organisations to combine their highly complementary, market-leading services to offer broadband connectivity, paired with high-value connectivity solutions to customers in the maritime, yachting and offshore energy sectors.ITC Global will offer Inmarsat’s market-leading Fleet Xpress service, incorporating the Ka-band solution into its existing comprehensive range of Ku-band connectivity services. Fleet Xpress for Offshore is powered by the Global Xpress Ka-band network,
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