Grander Canyons
reflections (backscatter) to essentially convert the cable into a motion sensor. The technology can track seafloor processes over long distances and in high resolution.In the latest issue of Marine Technology Reporter magazine, Celia Konowe talks to Dr Meg Baker of Durham University about another technology development for understanding the turbidity currents in canyons. These seismographs detect and record ground motion, and they have been used to record the longest runout sediment flows ever measured in action, travelling more than a thousand kilometers along the Congo Canyon.Still, more established technology
UK Companies Honored at Subsea Expo Awards
role in mentoring colleagues and advocating for STEM education.Safety Award (Sponsored by J+S Subsea): Quintham – Recognized for enhancing maritime safety, particularly for fishing vessels and their crews, through innovative safety tools such as the Mariner Notices website and Watchful app.Technology Development Award (Sponsored by C-Kore Systems): ARC Marine – Acknowledged for developing marine structures that protect subsea assets and coastlines while enhancing marine biodiversity.Cross-Sector Innovation Award: Kraken Robotics (Westhill, Aberdeen) – Honored for its synthetic aperture
Cables Hold the Key to Quantum Communications
that is transferred into the quantum physical states of individual photons. This process is carried out separately and securely via a quantum channel. Eavesdropping incursions are immediately detected if the data rate suddenly drops, at which point the system stops generating the key.Another technology development came with research conducted at Northwestern University in Illinois. The researchers demonstrated quantum “teleportation” over a fiber optic cable already carrying traditional Internet traffic. This introduces the possibility of combining quantum communication with existing Internet
Ocean Exploration taps Leeway Marine to Manage Ship
partnership could lend to our current clients as a platform for charter in the Western Pacific.”In the last several years LeeWay has made good on their target to expand their global reach, with operations in six different countries – helping to establish new partnerships focusing on technology development and integration.LeeWay will begin vessel management on December 13 to support OET’s upcoming 2025 expeditions which include destinations such as Guam, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Solomon Islands. These missions, prioritizing education, diversity, and inclusion, are
NSC and PlanSea to Develop AI-Powered Subsea Decommissioning Tech
The National Subsea Centre (NSC), a center of excellence for subsea research and technology development, has been awarded a grant to develop a subsea decommissioning optimization software demonstrator with PlanSea, a developer of marine logistics artificial intelligence (AI) technology.The grant was awarded to the National Subsea Centre and PlanSea by the Scottish Funding Council (SFC) in partnership with Scottish Enterprise (SE) to assist in developing a subsea decommissioning optimization AI-Demonstrator.As global operators face the challenges of large-scale and complex subsea decommissioning
New Industry Alliance Targets Tech Supply for Multi-MW Tidal Energy Projects
services and delivery, while the scope of GE Vernova, Power Conversion, will cover the supply of electrical systems, from generator to grid.“We believe that ocean energy will play a crucial role in the required future sustainable energy mix. Globally, the EU and UK are at the forefront of technology development to harvest this huge untapped resource and over the past 15 years, our dedicated ocean energy team has partnered with leading wave and tidal energy device developers to create reliable, intelligent and clean rotating equipment solutions from the early design stages.“We are therefore
Bill Sanson Joins LeeWay Marine as President
foundation and helping to drive the company’s growth in new and exciting directions.”In the past 24 months, LeeWay has expanded its global reach by operating in six different countries, which has been a significant driver of growth, and developed new global partnerships focused on technology development and integration, further enhancing its capabilities. “Bill‘s experience and enthusiasm will complement our growth trajectory and focus on operational excellence.” said Greg Veinott, Vice President, Business Operations & Programs
National Subsea Centre, NOC Innovations Partner
The National Subsea Center (NSC), a center of excellence for subsea research and technology development, formed a partnership with NOC Innovations, a Southampton-based facility making marine research and tailor-made autonomous technology available to organizations globally.The two centers will bring together specialist researchers, engineers and scientists to form a community dedicated to addressing marine-related issues that no single entity could tackle alone. Uniquely positioned both geographically and technologically, the NSC and NOC Innovations will draw on shared resources, insights and skills
New JV Starts Decom Ops for OpenHydro’s Tidal Energy Test Platform Off Orkney
to decommission OpenHydro’s tidal energy platform in the Orkney Islands.Work is rapidly advancing to remove the steel superstructure installed in 2006 at the European Marine Energy Centre’s (EMEC’s) Fall of Warness test site which OpenHydro used to streamline its tidal turbine technology development.EMEC awarded the decommissioning contract in early April.The OpenHydro test rig consisted of two steel piles drilled and grouted into the seabed, with a steel superstructure attached to the piles to provide a working area. The turbine component was previously fixed to the piles using two
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