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Partnership Formed to Expand Subsea ROV Capabilities

A new partnership between SubC Imaging and Ocean Robotics International integrates advanced imaging technology into modular subsea vehicles to enhance inspection, research, and data collection capabilities for diverse underwater operations

Jun 29, 2026

Sonar-Enabled Boxfish ROV Supports Tunnel Inspection

A Boxfish ROV enabled Deep Dive Division to navigate a confined underwater tunnel and gather inspection data using sonar systems where visual methods were ineffective

Jun 25, 2026

Automatic Winch for Autonomous Underwater Instrument Deployment & Recovery

AGISTAR's Automatic Winch provides a controlled and efficient method for deploying and recovering underwater instruments from USV platforms during marine monitoring, research, and sampling operations

Jun 22, 2026

Ready-to-Deploy Drop Camera System to Simplify Seafloor Surveys

Designed to protect sensitive marine environments while streamlining field operations, SubC Imaging’s new turnkey drop camera system delivers high-resolution seafloor imaging from small vessels without requiring direct seabed contact

Jun 18, 2026

Next-Generation ROVs & AI-Powered Cloud Ecosystem Launched

Blueye has launched the X7 and X3 Ultra ROVs alongside the Blueye Cloud platform, bringing together AI-enabled underwater inspection, advanced imaging and positioning capabilities, and cloud-based fleet and data management within a unified ecosystem

Jun 12, 2026

Long-Endurance AUV Exceeds Performance Specifications

Sustained development collaboration featuring Cellula Robotics has successfully matured an AUV capability after a hydrogen fuel cell platform completed a representative 385 hour, 2,023 kilometer fully submerged endurance testing mission profile

Jun 10, 2026

Sonardyne & AMOG Sign Subsea Asset Monitoring MoU

Sonardyne and AMOG will combine subsea monitoring technologies and engineering assessment expertise for offshore wind and oil and gas infrastructure monitoring

Jun 09, 2026

SatLab Launches Compact USV Featuring Multi-Sensor Integration & Survey Automation

SatLab has launched the HydroBoat 1200 GEN2, integrating data fusion, millimeter-wave radar avoidance, and a four-hour dual-battery runtime for marine surveying applications

Jun 02, 2026

May’s Most-Read: The Quiet Industrialisation of Maritime Autonomy

May’s most-read stories highlighted an ocean technology sector increasingly focused on dependable autonomous operations, resilient communications, and systems built for sustained real-world deployment

Jun 01, 2026

Tocaro Blue & Furuno Collaborate to Advance Maritime Radar Perception

Tocaro Blue and Furuno USA have formed a collaborative effort combining marine radar technology with ProteusCore™ software to support AI-driven navigation, object recognition, and situational awareness for crewed and uncrewed vessels

May 29, 2026

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Advanced AUV Deployed for Deep Sea Mapping & Exploration

The Norwegian Offshore Directorate's newly procured autonomous underwater vehicle from Kongsberg Group has launched its maiden expedition, marking a milestone in the nation's independent capability to map and manage deep sea territories

Jun 30, 2026

Additive Manufacturing to Accelerate Submarine Maintenance

A new onsite additive manufacturing facility at HM Naval Base Clyde will enable QinetiQ and the Royal Navy to produce submarine components on demand, significantly accelerating critical fleet maintenance times

Jun 30, 2026

Cetasol Outlines Upcoming Maritime Event Schedule

Cetasol has shared its remaining 2026 maritime event schedule, alongside details of its data-driven vessel operations portfolio, including the iHelm decision support platform and CetaFuel virtual mass flowmeter

Jun 30, 2026

Acquisition Enhances Underwater Acoustics & Autonomous Navigation Portfolios

NORBIT has acquired Trondheim-based subsea technology specialist Water Linked to expand its navigation, positioning, and imaging capabilities for underwater vehicles operating in GPS-denied environments

Jun 29, 2026

Partnership Formed to Expand Subsea ROV Capabilities

Jun 29, 2026

Dynautics Receives Seawork Innovation Award for Modular AUV Technology

Dynautics has won a Seawork Innovations Showcase award for Phantom 2, its modular AUV designed for next-generation subsea operations

Jun 29, 2026

Remotely Controlled Vessel Makes Port Call in Historic Milestone

A Norwegian flagged uncrewed subsea vessel from Reach Subsea has successfully completed its maiden port call in Aberdeen while being remotely operated from Norway, signaling a commercial shift for North Sea operations

Jun 26, 2026

Record Seawork 2026 Showcases Marine Sector Strength

Seawork 2026 welcomed record visitor and exhibitor numbers to Southampton, reinforcing its status as a key international meeting point for the commercial marine and workboat sector

Jun 26, 2026

Sightline Intelligence Joins OST with Edge-Based Maritime Video Analytics

Sightline Intelligence develops edge-based video processing software and embedded hardware for maritime surveillance and situational awareness, transforming live video feeds into real-time operational intelligence

Jun 26, 2026

Refreshed Profiling Platform Standardizes Controls

The new V2 platform from AML Oceanographic updates trusted profiling systems with industry-standard PLC controls and a simplified architecture, mitigating component obsolescence while improving long-term system serviceability and operational safety parameters

Jun 25, 2026

Resources

8 Essential Questions for Procuring Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs)

An eight-point procurement guide outlining the critical questions to ask USV manufacturers and suppliers across all maritime sectors

Feb 24, 2026

What Can You Actually Put on a USV? Payload Types Across Maritime Missions

From sensors to sonar, see how USV payload types are adapted for very different maritime missions across science, survey, and operations

Feb 24, 2026

Combat USVs in Naval Warfare: Roles, Control, and Constraints

A concise, realistic explanation of combat USVs, covering roles, command and control, sensors, weapons, survivability, and naval integration.

Feb 19, 2026

Understanding Autonomy Levels Across USVs and ASVs

A practical, operations-focused explanation of autonomy levels in USVs and ASVs, examining control modes, HITL oversight, and real-world maritime constraints

Feb 17, 2026

Pipeline and Cable Inspection Support USVs Explained: Surface Roles, Subsea Assets, and Operational Reality

A practical explanation of how USVs support pipeline and subsea cable inspection by enabling ROVs and AUVs through surface positioning, communications, and mission coordination

Feb 17, 2026

Get to Know USV Size Classes: Small, Medium, Large, and Fleet-Classes Explained

Clear explanation of USV size classes and how payload, endurance, logistics, and mission scope drive platform selection in ocean science and marine operations

Feb 10, 2026

Collision Avoidance for USV: Practical Constraints, Compliance, & Real-World Implementation

A technical look at USV collision avoidance today, including COLREGs interpretation, sensor fusion, human oversight, and the constraints that shape real deployments.

Feb 10, 2026

Port Security Solutions and Maritime Defense

Ports and maritime facilities require specialized security and defense solutions to address various surface, subsurface, and aerial threats. Systems supporting mine detection and clearance, mine countermeasures (MCM), explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), C4ISR integration, counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUAS), and underwater acoustic intelligence are key to maintaining operational stability and situational awareness in maritime environments

Aug 14, 2025

NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000: A Complete Guide for Marine Electronics Networking

From environmental sensors to sonar systems, modern marine technology depends on reliable, real-time data exchange. NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 are the foundational communication protocols that enable this interoperability between onboard instruments. This guide explains how both standards work, their differences, and how they’re applied across ocean science, unmanned systems, and commercial marine operations.

Jun 11, 2025

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