Film-Ocean Expands Fleet with ROV Investment
Film-Ocean Ltd (Film-Ocean), in partnership with its parent company Stapem, has announced an investment in three new Work-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) from SMD.The order comprises two SMD Quantum 250-hp heavy-duty work-class ROVs and one SMD Atom ultra-compact work-class ROV. “Adding these vehicles is a major step in the ongoing development of our fleet and a significant investment,” said Scott Jenney, CEO of Film-Ocean. “The two new 250-hp Quantum systems, together with an additional Atom, give us greater flexibility and capacity to support our clients’ projects.
Fugro Nets Two Multi-Year Contracts to Support Brazil’s Deepwater Oil Push
three-year contracts with offshore energy services company Constellation to support deepwater exploration activities in Campos Basin and the emerging Equatorial Margin, two of Brazil’s most strategically important regions.Fugro’s work will involve deploying advanced remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) aboard Constellation-managed vessels to carry out subsea equipment inspections, interventions and a range of observation and survey activities.The first campaign will begin this quarter in the Campos Basin on board the vessel Tidal Action, followed by a second deployment in early 2026 in the Equatorial
Green Marine UK Acquires Roving Eye’s Contracts, Equipment & Vessel
Green Marine (UK) Ltd, a provider of integrated marine services to the renewable energy and offshore sectors, has announced the successful acquisition of ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), Survey Equipment, Vessel, Personnel & Contract Agreements from Orkney-based Roving Eye Enterprises Ltd.This strategic expansion enhances Green Marine’s operational versatility and reinforces its position as a go‑to contractor in the Aquaculture, Marine Energy, Offshore Cable and Marine Construction sectors providing subsea surveys and inspections in UK and European waters.It builds on a long-standing
Saildrone: USVs Have Only Scratched the Surface of Maritime Security
Increasing global instability and emerging threats are reinforcing the mission criticality of maritime security and ocean intelligence. To meet that challenge, Saildrone, a company that builds and operates one of the world's largest fleets of unscrewed surface vehicles (USVs), is redefining how oceans are explored, monitored and protected.At the helm is Brian Connon, vice president of ocean mapping and a former U.S. Navy oceanographer. After leaving the Navy, Connon joined a hydrographic research center at the University of Southern Mississippi, which lead to his role at Saildrone. Now, four and a
Blueye: Making An ROV Autonomous
Leonard Günzel, a PhD candidate at the Department of Marine Technology at NTNU, is currently leading a new project to make the Blueye ROVs autonomous. The goal of the project is to eliminate the tether connected to the Blueye Surface Unit and enable the ROV to operate independently from a docking station placed on the seafloor.'Blueye ROVs are connected via a tether to ensure fast, stable, and reliable communication between the drone and the operator. The tether enables real-time data transmission directly to the surface, providing operators with live video and sensor data essential for
FET to Provide ROVs to Offshore Construction Firm
The Forum Energy Technologies (FET) Subsea product line has secured a contract to provide two work class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to CCC (Underwater Engineering) S.A.L (CCC (UE)), the UAE-based offshore construction organization.The FET Perry XLX-C 3000m systems will be used for construction, drill support, pipeline and platform inspection, survey, salvage and cleaning services. The first of the two ROVs will be delivered in November 2025, with the second scheduled for delivery in June 2026.The XLX-C features significantly enhanced performance across the full range of demanding intervention
DeepOcean Bolsters Subsea Robotics Fleet with Eight New ROVs
Ocean services provider DeepOcean has expanded its fleet of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) by adding 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
HonuWorx Takes Delivery of its First ROV
Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) Innovation Project to accelerate the systems integration engineering.The VALOR ROV is one of a new generation of compact inspection class vehicles which can be outfitted with a wide variety of tools and sensors that previously could only be fitted to large electro-hydraulic ROVs. HonuWorx has additionally developed a cloud-control architecture that enables the VALOR vehicle to be controlled 'over the horizon' in a similar way to airborne drones.The underwater robotics pioneer has previously validated the Loggerhead technology with a full-scale prototype trial offshore
Chouest Group Bolsters its Subsea Robotics, Acquires Kystdesign
The Chouest Group said it has acquired Kystdesign, a manufacturer of remotely operated vehicle (ROV) systems. "We are thrilled to welcome Kystdesign and its talented team into the Chouest family," said Dino Chouest. "By joining forces, we will continue delivering cutting-edge ROV systems and advancing the evolution of next-generation underwater robotics.”This acquisition strengthens Chouest’s subsea capabilities, ensuring continued support for Kystdesign’s existing clients while enhancing in-house solutions for C-Innovation and ROVOP — key players within the
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