The development of unmanned and autonomous surface vehicles in recent years has triggered a new era in civilian and military maritime operations. One of the applications that is likely to...

Combining the DriX uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) and the FlipiX remotely operated towed vehicle (ROTV), Exail has developed a unique solution enabling fully autonomous and remotely operated surveys. Combining the DriX uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) and the FlipiX remotely operated towed vehicle (ROTV), Exail has developed a unique solution enabling fully autonomous and remotely operated surveys. Accurate surveys...

Hydro International’s annual Business Guide is now available! We take pride in presenting a comprehensive reference work featuring the results and analysis of our industry survey, a tradition we are honoured to uphold. This year’s report, incorporating valuable input from survey participants, is more extensive and in-depth than ever. Hydro International’s annual Business Guide is now available! We take pride in presenting a comprehensive reference work featuring the results and analysis of our industry survey, a tradition we are...

Coastal zones, situated at the intersection of land and ocean, hold immense social, economic and ecological significance. Currently, nearly 40% of the global population resides within 100km of the coast,...

Researchers at the Heron Island Research Station in Australia are using a Nortek velocimeter to determine how much hydrodynamic energy it takes to move “coral rubble”, the skeletons of corals...

Transitioning to climate-friendly, flexible and resilient transportation takes a significant leap with the commencement of the new research project Autoflex. This initiative aims to introduce small, autonomous zero-emission inland vessels,...

Seagrass meadows play an invaluable role as critical ecosystems that contribute significantly to marine biodiversity, carbon sequestration and coastal protection. In recent years, the importance of these underwater habitats has...

In the realm of advanced robotic solutions and underwater data networks, EvoLogics stands out as a pioneer. Renowned for its uncrewed surface vehicle the Sonobot 5, the company has made...

The position of bathymetric sensors in hydrographic education is beyond discussion, as bathymetry is, was and will continue to be the bread and butter of the hydrographic surveyor. Bathymetric sensors...

Kongsberg Discovery has embarked on an ambitious journey, commencing an extensive series of sea trials with its latest groundbreaking creation: the HUGIN Endurance autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV). Launched in 2021,...