International Submarine Symposium Looks Ahead to Gathering in Hamburg for 2026
The World Submarine Organization (WSO) and Submersible Operators Group (SOG), in partnership with the MTS Submarine Committee and Det Norske Veritas (DNV), have announced the 23rd International Submarine Symposium, scheduled for September 15–18, 2026 at the International Maritime Museum and DNV Headquarters in Hamburg, Germany.This four-day symposium will bring together industry leaders, submarine operators, researchers, regulators, and innovators from around the world to explore advancements in submarine technology, operational best practices, and safety standards. Participants will gain
FET Launches Remote Control Station for Subsea ROV Operations
control platform released in 2025 and enables remote operations, live streaming of survey data and monitoring of ROV systems.The package includes FET Subsea advanced control chairs, Remote-Connect gateway enclosures and VisualSoft’s video streaming and network player technology. It can be supplied with new ROV systems or installed as an upgrade to existing systems operating with ICE Unity.According to FET, the system allows operators to control subsea operations remotely while maintaining system performance. The approach is intended to improve operational flexibility, enable access to specialist
Automatic docking as an enabling technology for the operational autonomy of underwater systems
For a long time, the operational autonomy of underwater systems has been constrained by the inability to ensure persistent operations without direct human intervention. Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), while capable of carrying out pre-programmed missions along the water column or on the seabed, have historically required physical recovery at the end of each operational cycle for energy recharging, data transfer and mission reconfiguration.This dependence on surface operations has represented one of the main bottlenecks in the development of long-term marine observation infrastructures, significan
Teledyne Marine RESON Celebrates 50 Years
Teledyne Marine’s RESON brand is celebrating its 50th anniversary in February. The milestone will be marked with new product unveilings and a special reception at Oceanology International (Oi26) on March 10 where customers, partners and show attendees are invited to join the celebration.Founded in Denmark in 1976, RESON has spent five decades at the forefront of underwater acoustics. Serving the hydrographic, offshore, dredging, defense, and marine research sectors, RESON has delivered more than 20,000 echosounders for seabed mapping, subsea situational awareness, mine countermeasures, and ocean
Argentina Accedes Cape Town Agreement, Entry into Force February 2027
standards for more than 45,000 fishing vessels of 24 meters in length and over, according to FAO data, helping to prevent casualties, improve working conditions for fishers, enhance competitiveness and protect the marine environment. Argentina became the latest country to accede to the Agreement, with H.E. Ms. Mariana Edith Plaza, Argentina’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, depositing the instrument of accession on 24 February 2026 at IMO Headquarters in London. This brings the total number of Member State accessions to 28, representing 3,754 vessels of 24 meters or more in length
Modernizing UXO Detection: Smarter, Safer, and Built on Better Data
Unexploded ordnance (UXO) remains one of the most pressing challenges for marine infrastructure projects worldwide. With more than 80 countries affected, 110 million landmines still hidden, and 20,000 deaths annually, the need for effective UXO detection has never been more urgent—or more complex.Before offshore wind farms or subsea cables can be installed, UXO campaigns must clear the seabed of dangerous items. These operations are essential for safety but come at a high price: vessels costing upwards of £50,000 per day, investigating just ten targets daily. Yet, recent analysis shows
Kongsberg Maritime Formally Separates From Kongsberg Gruppen
company. A new management team is in place, the divisional structure has been changed, and critical functions have been strengthened.“Going forward, we will continue to build on our already leading position and seize new business opportunities, including in the growing market for solutions with both civil and defence applications,” says Edvardsen Haugan.She adds that the company's headquarters will remain in Norway.“Kongsberg Maritime and the rest of the Norwegian maritime cluster have great strategic importance for the country, and we will work to strengthen that significance
Study Assesses U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Inland Navigation Project Delivery
benefits to the Nation from projects’ execution are consistently delayed. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Civil Works mission is responsible for constructing the Nation’s inland waterways infrastructure. The HDR study employed a multi-faceted approach, including interviews with customers of the Corps and other relevant entities to obtain perspectives on improving the delivery of lock and dam projects. In addition, HDR conducted comprehensive background research and broader analyses of the systemic challenges associated with delivering large-scale infrastructure projects
USACE's Major General Jason Kelly & Modernizing America’s Waterways
Fiber-reinforced polymers and new construction materials promise longer life cycles and reduced maintenance—critical advantages when assets are 70-plus years old.Asset Management Tools: Sophisticated analytics provide deeper insights into structural health, helping the Corps prioritize resources with greater accuracy.Optimized Dredging & Sediment ManagementOn the coastal side, Kelly stresses the need for sustainable navigation and channel deepening to accommodate today’s larger vessels. “If we are going to remain competitive globally, we must advance deep-draft projects,&rdquo
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