News & Articles

All-Electric ROV Designed to Mitigate Diver and Environment Risk

Saab and Vicor have designed what is reportedly the world's first work-class all-electric ROV, incorporating Vicor power modules to enable a lightweight, thermally adept power system

Jul 24, 2024
New Remotely Operated Geotechnical Device Deployed for Offshore Project

Seas Geosciences enters the second phase of investigating the seabed where the wind turbines of Med Wind, the largest floating offshore wind farm project in the Mediterranean, will be anchored

Jul 23, 2024
Collaboration to Streamline Hydrographic Surveys with Real-Time Data Processing

Surveyors can now run Hypack's hydrographic survey software directly in the cloud through Terradepth's Absolute Ocean platform, enabling near real-time processing of ocean data

Jul 22, 2024
WHOI Working with ODL on Next-Gen Deep Ocean Sensor System

The deep-diving, low-cost Deep Ocean Research & Imaging System (DORIS) will aim to achieve an operational depth of 6,000 meters and include a suite of modules, including sensing modules, and operational modules

Jul 19, 2024
Software Launched for Enhanced Tuna Detection

Dawn Sounding Detail is a new MSB+ software functionality from Marine Instruments, increasing the sounding capacity of sonar buoys at dawn for more accurate tuna identification

Jul 18, 2024
New Bidirectional Gateway for Data Sharing Across Marine Electronics

Actisense’s new WGX-1 allows for bidirectional communication between NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 protocols, enhancing compatibility and data sharing across marine electronics

Jul 18, 2024
Electric Motor Systems Set for Semi-Submersible Ecotourism Boats

Platypus will equip its semi-submersible Yacht Edition craft with twin Evoy Outboard Breeze electric motors, providing zero-emissions propulsion for ecotourism and ocean conservation

Jul 18, 2024
High-Performance Engines to Power New LNG-Fueled Ships

The Wärtsilä 25DF dual-fuel main engine will be delivered as part of a propulsion package for James Fisher’s new 6000 dwt LNG-fuelled tankers, contributing towards an efficient and low emissions fleet

Jul 17, 2024
First Delivery of New Forward-Looking Sonars

Wavefront has made the first batch shipment of its compact navigation and obstacle avoidance sonar, Vigilant FLS 600, designed for surface, subsurface, crewed, and uncrewed platforms

Jul 16, 2024
Large-Scale Oyster Reef Restoration Project Launched

Partners from science and industry are building the BELREEFS project, reportedly the first offshore pilot project for large-scale oyster reef restoration in the Belgian North Sea

Jul 16, 2024
Subsea Ultrasound Technology Used for Whale Shark Health Check

Underwater ultrasounds are being used by an international research team, including AIMS, to monitor and research the health of free-swimming whale sharks

Jul 15, 2024
Micro-AUV Fleet to be Mobilized in SEAMAP Project

SEABER and CNRS-LEMAR et MARBEC are taking part in the France 2030 plan with the SEAMAP Project, and are set to deliver micro-AUV swarming technology for subsea expeditions

Jul 15, 2024
Polish Marine Data Firm Acquires HydroSurv USV

The HydroSurv REAV-60 USV purchased by Blue Armada boasts a six-metre length and multi-day endurance with a battery hybrid powertrain

Jul 12, 2024
Subsea Camera Successfully Integrated with ROV

Voyis has integrated their Discovery Camera with the BlueROV2, creating a combined solution that is easy to operate and highly effective, particularly for seagrass monitoring and restoration

Jul 12, 2024
AUV Swarm System & Docking Station to be Developed

Arkeocean has partnered with the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), SignalGeneriX, and Lanego to deliver EONIOS, an AUV swarm system with docking stations integrated in artificial reefs

Jul 11, 2024
Smart Buoys Aim to Improve Fishing Selectivity

More than 1,500 Satlink smart buoys are being deployed as part of project SelecTuna, an initiative that aims to increase selectivity and improve sustainable fishing of target species

Jul 11, 2024
Collaboration to Develop AUV Swarms for Subsea Exploration

Under the CARMA project, Exail, RTsys, and ABYSSA are set to develop an AUV swarming solution for efficient ocean floor mapping and subsea surveying

Jul 10, 2024
Research Induces “Out-of-Season” Coral Spawning

AIMS researchers from its SeaSim aquaria complex are manipulating seasonal patterns in temperature, daylength, and moonlight to induce coral reproduction for vital research advancements

Jul 10, 2024
New Uncrewed Surface Vessel Details Released

ACUA Ocean’s new uncrewed surface vessels will feature a hybrid-electric propulsion system and will be built to receive either a gaseous hydrogen or a low-emission diesel powertrain

Jul 09, 2024