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UNIQUE GROUP

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

No. of Employees: 650

President/CEO: Sahil Gandhi www.uniquegroup.com

Established in 1993 in a small garage in Sharjah (UAE), the The ? eet’s standardized spares, ease of training, and cost- company began its journey with a focus on providing one-stop effective operation ensure that clients can perform complex solutions for the subsea industry. Today, Unique Group oper- surveys with minimal overhead. ates across ? ve divisions: Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV),

Survey Equipment, Buoyancy + Water Weights, Diving + Life

Support, Lifting + Mooring, and Subsea Innovation.

Unique Group presents the Uni-USV Fleet, an unmanned survey solution designed to revolutionize data collection across a wide range of maritime environments. Spanning from extreme shallows to offshore depths, the Uni-USV

Fleet offers versatility, cost ef? ciency, and ease of opera- tion. The ? eet features three distinct models: 1. Uni-Mini: The latest design, made from carbon ? ber, is lightweight (50kg) and can be easily transported in the bed of a pickup truck. Measuring 1.6m x 0.8m, the Uni-Mini of- fers a single payload capability and a battery life of 4 hours, making it ideal for operations in con? ned spaces. 2. Uni-Pact: This mid-range USV, introduced in 2019, is recognized for its versatility. The catamaran-style vessel measures 3m x 1.6m and is constructed with high-density plastic (HDPE) sponsons for rugged operations. It supports a single payload, with the option to upgrade to a dual-pay- load con? guration. The Uni-Pact’s battery can last up to 8 hours, making it a reliable tool for a variety of survey tasks. 3. Uni-Max: The largest in the ? eet, this catamaran-style

USV measures 5m x 2.2m and features high-density plastic (HDPE) sponsons and a marine-grade aluminum deck. With dual payload capabilities and a hybrid powertrain that pro- vides 96 hours of endurance, the Uni-Max is designed for extended operations in challenging environments. 68 September/October 2024

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