Page 28: of Marine Technology Magazine (November 2023)

TECH INSIGHTS GREENSEA IQ

Greensea IQ Expands

The Greensea IQ Team EverClean Hull Cleaning Robot

Images courtesy Greensea IQ

On October 17, 2023, the water- Bayonet specializes front in Plymouth, MA, was abuzz in Autonomous Un- with innovation and excitement. A derwater Ground demonstration and ribbon-cutting Vehicles (AUGVs), event hosted by Greensea IQ in offering a range of

Cordage Park showcased some re- sizes to meet diverse markable technology by Bayonet, mission require- a Greensea IQ company. Other ments. The Bayonet manufacturers, including SeaT- AUGVs are renowned rac, Jaia Tech, and MIT SeaGrant, for their adaptability, were also on hand to demonstrate precision, and dura- their technology. bility, which makes

The new Greensea IQ facility them ideal for various is an expansion that establishes a aquatic environments. manufacturing center for the pro- This demonstration duction of several navigation and event was more than robotics systems including the Bayonet line of surf zone crawl- just a showcase of technology; it was a crucial part of the Blue ers, EverClean hull cleaning robots, RNAV3 diver Future Conference. Organized by the Plymouth MA Economic “This expansion is the next step in Greensea IQ’s transition Development group, the conference is part of a visionary initia- from doing custom development work to delivering fully inte- tive to build a sustainable industry in Plymouth. It aligns per- grated intelligent products for working in the ocean,” said Rob fectly with the town’s rich maritime history, ensuring that the

Howard, Chief Growth Of? cer, Greensea IQ. “The new facil- legacy of innovation continues to thrive in the region. The event ity will support the planned growth and worldwide expansion presents a proactive step toward fostering economic growth of our robotics-as-a-service program, EverClean, while it gains while maintaining environmental sustainability. adoption as ? eet owners work to meet increasingly demand- Attendees had the opportunity to watch the demonstrations of ing carbon emissions requirements and increased hull perfor- cutting-edge technologies at the waterfront before attending a mance throughout the cruise and shipping industries. Plymouth ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception. This ceremony marked will also allow us to quickly scale to meet demand for the new the inauguration of Greensea IQ’s new Integrated Systems Pro-

Bayonet line of AUGVs as we start d-livering the platform to duction Facility, a state-of-the-art center dedicated to develop- defense and commercial customers for use in near shore MCM, ing and assembling advanced marine technology. A reception

EOD, UXO and surf zone survey applications.” followed the ribbon-cutting ceremony with local dignitaries,

Cordage Park is on Plymouth’s picturesque waterfront, provid- friends of Greensea, and maritime professionals from South ing a perfect backdrop for this innovative demonstration event. New England in attendance. – by Rhonda Moniz 28 November/December 2023

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