MetOcean Telematics unveiled NAMi, its next-generation autonomous acoustic float, at the OCEANS Great Lakes conference in Chicago recently.
NAMi, designed for long-term, high-resolution monitoring of underwater soundscapes, provides the critical acoustic data needed to advance marine protection, regulatory compliance, and ocean research.
Outfitted with a custom hydrophone, NAMi listens for whale and marine mammal activity, quantifies ocean noise pollution, and supports environmental assessments in remote or sensitive regions. Built for endurance, it can be programmed with flexible mission profiles, listening at set depths and surfacing to transmit data or holding at a specific depth and surfacing only when triggered by an acoustic event.
When NAMi surfaces, it connects via Iridium Certus® 100, ensuring reliable, global data transmission from even the most remote locations. Depending on mission parameters, the platform can operate for over a year at depths down to 1,000 meters, providing unmatched endurance and data continuity.
An evolution of Met Ocean’s proven PABLO system, NAMi was redesigned to meet the growing demand for scalable ocean data in support of regulatory, environmental, and scientific initiatives. Its robust construction, advanced sensors, and real-time communication capabilities make it a powerful tool for the era of ocean intelligence.
NAMi is purpose-built for a wide range of applications, including:
- Passive acoustic monitoring for marine mammal detection
- Noise impact assessments for offshore energy and shipping
- Environmental compliance in marine protected areas (MPAs)
- Mapping underwater soundscapes to support conservation
- Baseline habitat monitoring for ESG and regulatory reporting
Whether used for conservation, compliance, or research, NAMi empowers scientists, regulators, and developers with reliable ocean intelligence, helping them better understand, manage, and protect the marine environment.
