Divers can face difficult and dangerous conditions when performing essential underwater inspection, search and maintenance. Now, a new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) from Switzerland’s Tethys Robotics is providing a much...

IHO standard S-44 is often used (or misused) to specify the quality of a hydrographic survey. While it is a useful tool, it is easy to misinterpret. One ‘misuse’ is...

The Mexico port authorities have enhanced their port security capabilities with the recent acquisition of nine advanced Oceanbotics SRV-8 professional underwater drones (ROVs). This strategic move aims to elevate their surveillance...

Sea Machines has secured a US$12 million investment from Emerald Technology Ventures, a pioneering cleantech venture capital firm. Joining this funding round are notable investors including Nabtesco Technology Ventures (NTV),...

The new SWiFT Deep CTD is the latest in Valeport’s popular range of SWiFT profilers and delivers enhanced accuracy and versatility for those requiring CTD measurements to depths of 6000m. The new SWiFT Deep CTD profiler provides survey-grade sensor technology coupled with the convenience of Bluetooth® wireless technology, a rechargeable battery and an integral GPS module to geo-locate each profile. Ease of...

With innovation, progress and discovery at its heart, Oceanology International 2024 (Oi24) is preparing to welcome the world’s largest gathering of ocean professionals to the most powerful and inspirational event...

Imagine a swimmer listening to music streamed from a waterproof smartphone that is also being used to their monitor heart rate, temperature, stress or location. At the end of the...

The N-Sea Group has formalized an agreement with Geo Plus for the long-term charter of the Dutch-flagged vessel the Geo Ranger, a cutting-edge hybrid survey and ROV support vessel. This...

When contemplating the replacement of a research and survey fleet, a collective effort is required to meticulously curate an optimal new fleet, considering factors such as ship type, size, capabilities...