Shearwater Nets North Sea OBN Survey for Electric ROV Debut
our subsea capabilities and integrated OBN offering to further enhance reliability and increase operational efficiency."The SW Tasman has been in strong demand since its launch as a ROV vessel early 2024, and this project both extends that momentum, and marks the first deployment of our electric ROV technology, strengthening our ability to deliver efficient and differentiated OBN solutions,” said Irene Waage Basili, CEO of Shearwater.The SW Tasman has operated as an ROV vessel since early 2024, with the latest project extending its work following the installation of the new electric ROV systems
Omega Subsea Sets Up New Operation Base in Western Norway
Subsea services and ROV technology provider Omega Subsea has entered into a long-term agreement to establish operations at Hilleren Navy Supply Park in Mathopen, adjacent to Haakonsvern in Western Norway.The company will become a strategic subsea partner and a key tenant at the site, where it will develop a new operational base comprising workshop, warehouse and office facilities.Omega Subsea provides services and technology within ROV operations, survey and subsea operations.The long-term agreement covers approximately 1,500 square meters of workshop, warehouse and office space, in addition to access
Imenco Future Technologies Invests in Frontier Robotics
Imenco Future Technologies, a leader in remotely operated vehicle (ROV) technology, announced it has taken a strategic investment stake in Frontier Robotics, a specialist developer of advanced subsea robotics technologies supporting its long-term innovation and growth strategy.The investment represents a step in Imenco’s Future Technologies commitment to advancing subsea capabilities, enhancing operational efficiency and accelerating the development of next-generation solutions for offshore energy, defense, and emerging blue economy sectors.Frontier Robotics has built a strong reputation for its
Ned Marine Launches Drone and Subsea ROV Inspection Services
downtime for vessels and offshore assets.Its subsea ROV inspection services will support hull inspections, cathodic protection assessments, structural monitoring and pre-docking surveys at depths of up to 300 metres.“We are very proud to launch this new service. By integrating arial drone and ROV technology into our NDT services, we can allow our clients to further reduce downtime and make better-informed maintenance decisions.“The fact that our inspectors can now also work remotely, with real-time data accessible worldwide, also adds value: this method improves decision-making and facilitates
Rovtech, Unique Group to Expand ROV Reach to Middle East and Asia
continuing to manage and grow our presence elsewhere. It is a practical, customer-focused step in the evolution of the VALOR platform,” said John Polson, Chief Executive Officer of Rovtech.“This partnership is a perfect alignment of strengths. By combining Rovtech’s cutting-edge ROV technology with our global engineering expertise and regional support network, we can deliver fully backed, end-to-end solutions to customers worldwide,” added Fraser Moonie, Commercial Strategy and Development Director at Unique Group.Both Rovtech and the VALOR platform were acquired in 2024 by Ventex
DeepOcean Bolsters Subsea Robotics Fleet with Eight New ROVs
eight new units to its existing fleet.Three new ROVs have recently been delivered, with the remaining five scheduled for delivery over the next four years.In addition, there are 13 further units available as options. The program marks a significant step forward in the adoption of modern electric ROV technology and will support more sustainable subsea operations going forward.“Our operating model is founded on engineering, project management, proprietary technology, an extensive subsea tool pool, ROVs and a versatile subsea fleet.“The ROVs serve as our eyes and hands on the seabed, playing
Van Oord Starts Construction Works at RWE’s German Offshore Wind Farm
the 1.6GW project.The scour protection provides full protection for the monopiles that will be installed later this year.The works are being executed by Van Oord’s flexible fallpipe vessel Stornes, which is equipped with a dynamic positioning system, a flexible fallpipe, and in-house developed ROV technology.“This allows us to install the scour protection with high precision and efficiency, even at greater water depths,” Van Oord said.In a later phase, Van Oord plans to deploy its brand-new offshore installation vessel Boreas to carry out the foundation installation.Built by RWE, the
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
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