Fugro Gifts Survey Equipment to CSIRO to Bolster Australian Ocean Research
Fugro has recently donated two EdgeTech Deep Tow survey systems to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national science agency.The donation is part of Fugro’s ongoing support of global ocean science initiatives and aligns with its active role in support of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.The survey systems are capable of operating at depths up to 6,000 m. They were once used by Fugro in the deep waters of the Southern Indian Ocean during the search for MH370. Fugro no longer needs them in daily operation
Teledyne Marine autonomously surveys DEEP's quarry lake in Wye Valley
Teledyne Marine joined forces with Maritime Robotics and DEEP to survey DEEP's quarry lake, affectionately referred to as Loch Lye, in the Wye Valley.The team deployed the latest survey equipment mounted on a Maritime Robotics Otter Pro vessel, including a Teledyne RESON SeaBat T51 (800 kHz) multi beam sonar with integrated inertial navigation, paired with a Teledyne Valeport SWiFT profiler. Loch Lyr serves as the centerpiece of the DEEP campus, a facility spanning 50 acres. The former National Dive Center offers environment for testing subsea equipment, developing methodologies
Industry Specialist to Head Commercial Strategy of Unique Group's Survey Division
Unique Group, a subsea technology and engineering services firm, has appointed Fraser Moonie as its Global Commercial and Strategy Development Director for the Survey Equipment division.In his new role, Moonie will be responsible for ensuring that Survey Equipment’s commercial strategy aligns with Unique Group’s overarching corporate goals.His focus will be on driving revenue growth, enhancing market share, and collaborating closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and effective commercial strategy execution.Fraser brings with him a wealth of experience
Strategic Marine to Build Survey Vessel for Odyssey Group
the advanced survey vessel tailored to meet Odyssey Group’s specific operational needs.The vessel will be equipped with the latest technology, including gyro-stabilization for improved vessel stability and operational capability, a moonpool will be provided for the launching and recovery of survey equipment and a reinforced aft deck to facilitate a possible future A-frame installation, all of which to aid marine exploration, research, and survey tasks as required.The vessel will also be fitted with a deck crane coupled with an open transom with rollers and tugger winch for ease of buoy servicing
Picotech Presents Miniature Multi-Beam Survey Equipment
Picotech has released Podlet, a survey package for IHO special order multi-beam surveys onboard BlueRobotics’ BlueBoat uncrewed surface vessel (USV). Podlet mounted on BlueBoat can be hand-launched and recovered at the point of survey by one person. With the low power consumption and rapid mobilization, it is capable of conducting hydrographic data collection.According to Picotech, Podlet is supported by industry-standard acquisition and processing software, BeamworX, EIVA NaviSuite, Xylem HYPACK, Teledyne PDS and QPS QINSy and offers bathymetry and backscatter (snippets) as standard.
NOR Offshore Grows Its Rental Pool of Sonardyne Products
in Aberdeen.The investment comes as result of increased demand for NOR’s services and equipment globally. NOR has ambitions to outfit its Aberdeen office with the same services as their headquarters in Norway.The investment includes stocking its rental pool with additional tooling and survey equipment including SPRINT-Nav, Compatt 6+ and Fusion 2 systems to support the offshore construction industry.“It’s great to see NOR’s confidence in our technology confirmed by this further investment in products for their rental pool. The NOR Ltd expansion is beneficial for all involved
VideoRay, SES Expand Dealer Agreement
VideoRay and Survey Equipment Services (SES) announced the expansion of their dealer relationship. This enhanced partnership allows SES to sell VideoRay’s cutting-edge Mission Specialist products across an expanded area in the United States. SES is also on track to begin providing local customer service and support upon completion of their training. VideoRay’s Mission Specialist underwater robots are renowned for their industry-leading power, maneuverability, and modular design, making them ideal for a wide range of demanding underwater missions, including national security
OPT Set to Deliver New WAM-V to Latin America
for delivery to a survey customer in Latin America.The delivery is part of OPT’s previously announced expansion into the region, working with end customers and resellers.According to the company, the construction milestone triggers revenue recognition of the fully integrated system, including survey equipment."We believe that the delivery of this vehicle is testament to the execution ability of our team and our ability to deliver fully integrated systems, including survey equipment from our OEM partners. We continue to convert pipeline to backlog to revenues to payments. We look forward to future
Seas Geosciences Kicks Off Seabed Survey for Renexia’s 2.8GW Floating Wind Farm
, and equally important are the people and equipment that help make it happen. Our great synergy with Seas Geosciences, along with their high-performance deepwater equipment, is critical to the success of this project,” said Paolo Sammartino, COO of Renexia.“Our subsea geotechnical survey equipment is exceeding all expectations in terms of productivity and sample recovery in this second phase. Not only are we working faster than expected with virtually no down time, we are collecting excellent samples that our engineering team will be able to test and analyze,” added Paolo Casciotti
February 2025
