Louis Dreyfus, MaDfly Launch ROV in Open Sea Operations
of the classification society Bureau Veritas.According to LDA, this operation was unique in that it was conducted entirely at sea, without requiring the vessel to halt its ongoing operations or return to port.Despite challenging conditions, including swells of up to two meters, MaDfly’s ROV technology enabled the survey to be completed swiftly and efficiently.The success of this operation is highly significant because it paves the way for simplifying inspection planning and execution.This is achieved by minimizing the impact of external factors that can cause delays or reduce the quality of
HullWiper, Unidive Subsea to Deliver ROV Hull Cleaning Services in Singapore
growth within the shipping industry.Set to launch in January 2025, HullWiper’s sustainable hull cleaning solution will support the country’s Maritime Singapore Decarbonisation Blueprint which aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 through responsible and safe maritime practices.The ROV technology enables cleaning operations to occur day or night, in most weather conditions, and while cargo or bunker fuel operations are underway.The use of ROVs not only improves safety by reducing the risks associated with traditional diver-based cleaning but also ensures that residues and contaminants
Subsea Global Robotic Hull Cleaning gets the Green Light in Singapore
around the globe."Image courtesy Subsea Global SolutionsCaptain Satnam Kumar, COO, Subsea Global Solutions added, “Singapore’s approval marks a major milestone for Subsea Global Solutions, allowing us to expand our services in one of the busiest ports in the world. Our C-ROV technology not only meets regulatory standards but also reinforces our ongoing commitment to innovative, environmentally sustainable solutions for our clients.”Since 2022, Subsea Global Solutions’ Singapore office has been leveraging the Portable C-ROV system for underwater cleaning operations
Norwegian Coast Guard Adopts ROV for Inspection Duties
The Norwegian Coast Guard is harnessing ROV technology to improve its operational efficiency and safety.Aboard the Coast Guard vessel KV Bjørnøya, the crew is using its Blueye Robotics' X3 ROV for a wide range of critical tasks including underwater inspections. It was also used during a dive to 100 meters to assist in retrieving an individual from a fishing vessel. The ROV is also utilized for hull inspections in collaboration with the Norwegian Customs and to examine ships with propellers entangled in fishing nets.We’ve only had it for a few months, but we’ve used it for
Deep Trekker Leads $8M AI ROV Ship Modeling and Detection Project
Project, introduced September 12, 2024 at the ALL IN Conference.This initiative, in collaboration with Canada’s Ocean Supercluster (OSC), Qii.AI, The Department of National Defence, Kongsberg Discovery Canada Limited, and ABS Global Canada, harnesses cutting-edge Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) technology integrated with advanced artificial intelligence to redefine ship hull inspections for greater precision and efficiency, setting a new standard in the industry.“We are proud to announce the AI ROV Ship Modeling and Detection Project led by Deep Trekker together with partners across the country
Forum Energy Technologies Unveils Next-Gen Video Recording Solution for Subsea Surveys
ROV technology specialist Forum Energy Technologies (FET) on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of video recording solutions for the survey and inspection of subsea assets."Version 11 (V11) of VisualDVR, a digital video recorder produced by FET’s VisualSoft product line, marks a major step forward for the technology’s capability and user experience. VisualSoft was originally launched in the early 2000s and has continued to be at the cutting-edge of developments in the technology," FET said."In common with its predecessors, VisualDVR (V11) is a multi-channel, rack
Greensea, SeeByte Collaboration Fosters Ocean Robotics Innovation
Greensea Systems. First, I was a customer of theirs at SeaBotix. Then I became a competitor to them in my early days with SeeByte. Now, I am proud to partner with them to advance the cutting-edge underwater robotics technology. Autonomy and advanced sensor processing go hand in hand. The tetherless ROV technology that we are building together under DIU will be game changing,” said Leverett Bezanson, SeeByte Engineering Manager US operations.The two companies first came together in 2021 to field an EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) solution under a DoD OTA (Other Transaction Agreement) led by the
Mini-ROV Firm BeyonC Joins Chevron's Catalyst Program
Mini-ROV technology company BeyonC has been selected to join Chevron Technology Ventures' (CTV) Catalyst Program, an initiative to help early-stage companies mature their technologies with the aim of benefiting the energy industry around the world.The program incentivizes BeyonC to further develop proprietary technology that is designed to improve the safety of performing subsea inspections while reducing carbon emissions, potentially improving asset reliability and reducing cost, the company said.BeyonC says it has patent-pending technology that provides mini-ROVs (remotely operated vehicles)
VideoRay Promotes Goldstein to COO
Underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) technology company VideoRay announced it has promoted Andy Goldstein to chief operating officer. He joined VideoRay in 2009 and most recently served as vice president, engineering and operations.Goldstein began at VideoRay as a software engineer working on critical projects including the cockpit software and firmware for the Pro 4. In 2015, Goldstein began managing VideoRay’s growing Engineering department. Four years later his role expanded to include running production, supply chain and quality control functions to guide the company’s transition
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