Unique Group Inks $1.7m Deal with Kongsberg Discovery
, µPAP SSBL systems and the recently launched EM2042 multibeam echo sounder (MBES), allows Unique to boost its subsea equipment rental pool.The order, confirmed at Oceanology International in London, will swell the capacity of Unique’s Singapore base, giving customers in South East Asia fresh access to the calibration free µPAP SSBL systems and the lightweight, robust and user-friendly EM2042, launched in September 2023.Sahil Gandhi, CEO, Unique Group, said “The EM2042 multibeam systems will support the demand for both stand-alone rental and for installation on
GeoAcoustics Appoints New Channel Partner in Singapore
GeoAcoustics Ltd continues to expand its global sales and support network with this week’s appointment of its first channel partner in Singapore, Hidrokinetik Technologies Pte Ltd. A Hidrokinetik Group company, Hidrokinetik Technologies is one of South East Asia’s primary providers of hydrographic and geophysical services, and an established subsea technology rental company.Concluded as part of a recent visit to Kuala Lumpur by GeoAcoustics’ Chief Commercial Officer Richard Dowdeswell, the new partner agreement brings the established bathymetric sonar, sub-bottom profiler and side
Tidal Energy to Power Off-Grid Island in SE Asia
A tidal-energy demonstration off the grid of Singapore will start generating power for the first time in South East Asia.NYK is participating in the demonstration project, which is being conducted by Bluenergy Solutions, a marine renewable energy solutionprovider, off Raffles Lighthouse on Satumu Island, about 14 kmfrom the main island of Singapore.Tidal energy uses tidal currents, which are stable in volume and direction throughout the year, making them an extremely efficient renewable energy source, featuring a generated amount of power, that is easy to predict.
Seismic Asia Pacific Signs On as Maritime Robotics Reseller
Maritime Robotics announced its agreement with Seismic Asia Pacific authorizing the Australia-based company as a reseller for its uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) solutions.Seismic Asia Pacific provides hydrographic, oceanographic, geophysical and navigation systems within Australia and throughout South East Asia and the Pacific Rim. The company has invested in Maritime Robotics' technology offerings by purchasing two Otter USVs, which are currently being utilized in a variety of operations. Today, Seismic Asia Pacific offer a selection of Maritime Robotics' turn-key solutions for sale and rental
SEAJET Offers Its Excavation Tech to Offshore Industry through 'Own and operate' Model
soil conditions. We have honed the real sweet spot between flow and velocity, resulting in something others cannot offer – a flexible solution with enhanced performance and a business model that has efficiency built-in at every turn.”Headquartered in Dubai, with operations in Europe and South East Asia, the company currently employs a team of seven people. Together, the senior management team has delivered more than 30 builds of MFE/CFE systems and execution of over 600 trenching/excavation projects globally, the company said
Seismic Data Firm CGG Launches Pollution Monitoring Solution
with the support of the European Space Agency together with a group of energy companies and emergency response organizations. "This process included a highly successful 12-month prototype demonstration across assets in the North Sea along with select producing regions of the Gulf of Mexico and South-East Asia. SeaScope is highly scalable and can deliver remote monitoring across global asset portfolios," CGG added.Peter Whiting, SVP, Geoscience, EAME, CGG, said: “SeaScope is the latest in our expanding portfolio of environmental monitoring solutions that are underpinned by our unique
Forum Bags Trenching System Contract for Cable Maintenance Project in SE Asia
Forum Energy Technologies won an order to supply subsea equipment for a major cable maintenance project in South East Asia, specifically a Perry XT500 trenching system and Dynacon Launch and Recovery System as well as associated surface power and control installations. The XT500 trenching system has a 3,000m depth rating and three meter ROV burial capability on the ocean floor. It uses Forum’s Integrated Control Engine (ICE) and has 500 HP power.The vehicle will be manufactured at Forum’s facility at Kirkbymoorside, Yorkshire and installed onboard the client’s vessel in early
Carnegie, Oceantera to Collaborate on Wave Energy Projects
energy technology. A submerged buoy sits a few meters below the surface of the ocean and moves with the ocean’s waves. This orbital motion drives a power take-off (PTO) system that converts this motion into electricity.The two companies will investigate potential CETO project opportunities in South East Asia or other mutually agreed locations.They've also committed to exploring collaborative opportunities to use Carnegie's Garden Island Microgrid with a view to supporting the development of the wave energy industry."This MOU formalizes discussions ongoing between the two parties over
Forum to Deliver Trenching ROV for Subsea Cable Project in Asia
Forum Energy Technologies has won an order to deliver specialist subsea equipment for what it said was a major cable maintenance project in South East Asia.The contract won through Forum’s local representatives, will see the company deploy a Perry XT500 trenching system and Dynacon Launch and Recovery System as well as associated surface power and control installations. The XT500 trenching system is suited for cable maintenance projects with a 3,000m depth rating and has three meter ROV burial capability on the ocean floor.The vehicle will be manufactured at Forum’s facility at
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