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ROV SYSTEMS & PRODUCTSS ¯ Forum Energy Technologies ¯ Exail ¯ SMD ¯ FET brings new generation Work ent. As part of this collaboration, Exail delivering an advanced solution that

Class ROV to market will integrate Elwave’s Tetrapulse sen- strengthens operational effectiveness

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) sors—powered by the innovative CE- for underwater exploration, defense, launched its latest work class Remote- DAR (Controlled Electric Detection and security applications” said Nico- ly Operated Vehicle (ROV), the XLX And Ranging) technology—into mul- las Astruc, ROV Managing Director

EVO III, marking a new generation in tiple R7 ROVs. at Exail. “This collaboration combines

Ultra-Heavy-Duty subsea vehicle tech- Enhanced target detection with elec- Exail’s expertise in maritime robotics nology. Designed to undertake a broad tromagnetic sensing with Elwave’s electromagnetic sensing spectrum of underwater tasks, the new This next-generation biomimicry technology to provide customers with vehicle is equipped with larger thrust- sensing capability offers signi? cant a unique and powerful tool for opera- ers for increased through water per- advantages in subaquatic electrical re- tions in complex environments”.

formance and an improved buoyancy sistivity mapping. “In the context of package, facilitating a market leading target identi? cation and neutralization ¯ SMD’s ROV Trencher to Work in 500kg payload. missions, the integration of CEDAR Japan’s Offshore Wind Farms

The vehicle has a new frame, which technology enables superior opera- Toyo Construction has invested in is now CNC machined and provides an tional performance in challenging en- Japan’s emerging offshore wind sector improved layout both for maintenance vironments, including turbid waters”, by purchasing a trenching remotely access and tooling capability. Through- explained Gary Bagot, Sales Director operated vehicle (ROV) from under- frame-lift has increased to 4000kg, a at Elwave. The R7 ROVs equipped water technology and services com- rise of over 30% from the EVO II. with Elwave‘s Tetrapulse sensors will pany SMD.

The XLX EVO III also comes with improve the detection, localization, and The ROV will form part of Toyo’s ex- updated pilot chairs or console as well characterization of both metallic and panding ? eet of assets, with the busi- as FET’s latest control software, ICE non-metallic underwater and buried ness having also invested in a custom-

Unity, enabling remote operations. Fur- targets, including steel, aluminum, and built cable-lay vessel late in 2024.

ther enhancements are planned by the ? berglass composites. The new SMD trencher will be used

FET team. The R7 ROV: A compact and versatile alongside the vessel to facilitate the

Built at the ? rm’s UK manufacturing solution for underwater operations safe and ef? cient burial of subsea ca- facility at Kirkbymoorside in Yorkshire Combining the agility of a mini-ROV bles.

and supported by organization’s glob- with the capabilities of an observation- SMD’s tailor-made trenching product al network of bases, the ROV is now class system, the R7’s modular design range caters for a variety of different available to order. supports a range of sensors, tools, and markets and end uses. payloads. This versatility makes it par- The self-propelled systems include ¯ Exail integrates Elwave’s electromag- ticularly well-suited for underwater the QTrencher (QT) and heavy tracked netic sensing technology into R7 ROVs security missions, including hazardous trencher ranges. QTrenchers are SMD’s

Exail selected Elwave’s advanced terrain navigation, UXO detection, and fourth generation trenching ROV. electromagnetic sensing technology to disposal operations. Subsea power available ranges from equip its R7 Remotely Operated Ve- “By integrating CEDAR technology 400hp through to 2800hp all able to hicles (ROVs) for an undisclosed cli- into the R7 ROV, Exail and Elwave are free ? y with track upgrades. Heavy 58 March/April 2025

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