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 By Joe / 12 Jul 2024

Unmanned Surface Vehicles

Discover cutting-edge solutions from leading global suppliers
SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT
Polish Marine Data Firm Acquires HydroSurv USV
Follow OS&T

Blue Armada Robotics has acquired its first unmanned surface vessel (USV), a REAV-60 from HydroSurv, marking a strategic move to capture the uncrewed marine data collection market in the Baltic Sea, with further aims to address emerging opportunities through international expansion and the ELBE strategic cluster network for North America and Asia.

HydroSurv’s REAV-60 boasts a six-metre length and multi-day endurance with a battery hybrid powertrain. Its payload allows for a diverse range of onboard equipment, including inspection-class ROV systems. Blue Armada has fittingly named their first REAV-60 ‘Arctos 1’, Latin for ‘Bear.’

According to Blue Armada, the company is aiming to acquire several more USVs from HydroSurv in the next year. These acquisitions are expected to revolutionize the remote inspection of offshore wind farms in Poland. Additionally, the REAV-60 will showcase Blue Armada’s capabilities to conduct a range of services including pre- and post-construction surveys (MBES, SSS, SBP, UXO), cyclic and on-demand asset supervision with Balance-of-Plant integrity checks including, but not limited to, foundations, monopiles, jackets, inter-array, and export cables. 

The ‘Arctos 1’ will enable real-time data transmission, including from multi-beam sonars and close-to-object imagery, directly to asset-owning clients and Tier 1 suppliers both domestically and internationally.

The decision to select the REAV-60 came after an impressive demonstration at Ocean Business 2023. Michal Latacz, Co-Founder & CEO of Blue Armada Robotics, shared his experience; “I attended Ocean Business to find a proper USV that would suit our specific requirements, but after leaving the exhibitor’s hall without seeing exactly what I was after, I saw a REAV-60 on the water, owned and operated by a third party. I had to play cat and mouse to find out who actually built it. Fortunately, it led me to David Hull, CEO of HydroSurv, and their approach to constructing sea machines, and in particular the REAV-60 platform, fits very well into the long-term strategy of Blue Armada Robotics’ service development and technological integration plan.”

David Hull, Founder & CEO of HydroSurv, said; “We are thrilled to collaborate with Michal Latacz and Blue Armada Robotics as they leverage the full potential of the REAV-60. Blue Armada’s ambitious deployment strategy is truly impressive, and our channel partnership underscores our shared commitment to providing remote-operation solutions for sustainable data collection in the offshore energy sectors.”

Delivery of the REAV-60 is scheduled for July 2024, with demonstrations in the Baltic planned for later this year. This partnership marks a significant step forward in marine robotics and data services in the Baltic, promising enhanced efficiency and sustainability for the offshore industry and beyond.

Posted by Joe Connect & Contact

Latest Articles

Profile Spotlight: MetOcean Telematics & Maritime Satellite Communications

OST is helping MetOcean Telematics showcase its satellite communications and telemetry solutions, supporting marine industries like research, fisheries, and environmental monitoring

Feb 12, 2025
Understanding Deep Trekker’s BRIDGE Technology for Reliable ROV Control

Deep Trekker explains how its BRIDGE technology integrates hardware and software to enhance ROV operations, providing seamless communication between the vehicle, its controller, and third-party sensors

Feb 12, 2025
Actisense Enhances NMEA 2000 System Monitoring with New Features

Actisense has introduced new interface updates, including improved navigation, real-time NMEA data viewing, enhanced logging, network mapping, and simplified data routing for better system diagnostics and management

Feb 12, 2025
Iridium Certus® GMDSS Enhances Global Maritime Communications & Safety

Iridium Communications is launching the Iridium Certus® GMDSS, a comprehensive maritime safety and communication service that delivers global distress alerting, safety voice, and MSI capabilities through a single terminal

Feb 11, 2025
The Evolution of Maritime Autonomous Systems

Greenroom Robotics outlines the development of maritime autonomous systems, from basic autopilot functions to AI-driven platforms that significantly reduce human intervention

Feb 11, 2025
SubC Imaging Extends Maritime Reach with New Partnership

SubC Imaging’s new partnership with Dockstr, a provider of equipment solutions to the marine industries, is set to expand its reach to clients across the construction, renewables, marine, ocean science, and oil and gas sectors

Feb 10, 2025

Featured Content

Case Study: Trimble Applanix Technology Powers Hydrographic Surveys

In this case study, SEP Hydrographic Limited opted for Trimble Applanix technology to enhance its asset inspections, employing high-resolution 3D scanning for superior data quality above and below the waterline

Feb 10, 2025
Charles River to Develop MAGNETO Submarine Detection System for U.S. Navy

Charles River Analytics is set to develop its MAGNETO submarine detection system for the U.S. Navy, leveraging magnetic signals to to detect stealthier and quieter submarines

Feb 04, 2025
Teledyne Marine’s Slocum Gliders Enhance Conservation Efforts in the Roseway Basin

Researchers have deployed Teledyne Marine’s Slocum gliders in the Roseway Basin to detect and track marine mammals in near-real-time, enhancing conservation efforts through advanced acoustic monitoring technology

Feb 04, 2025