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TECH UPDATE REMOTE OPERATIONS

ACUA Ocean’s medium-sized uncrewed support vessel, which just received funding from the UK Government.

© ACUA Ocean

Te Shif Towards

Remote Operations

Within the subsea industry, underwater vehicles are a critical solution for longer projects at deeper depths, mirroring market trends that dictate a shif towards deep and ultra deep work.

ROVs act as safe, efcient, and cost-efective alternatives to human divers in dangerous environments, eliminating risks in deep and high-pressure waters. Tey can dive beyond the reach of humans, ofen staying below the water for longer periods of time.

By Celia Konowe 54 OFFSHORE ENGINEER OEDIGITAL.COM