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CYDOME © Jayk / Adobe Stock rapid deployment, the system operates remotely, minimiz- management by enabling faster response to potential in- ing installation time and avoiding operational disruption. cidents. Deployment of the solution highlights the role of

The tool supports real-time risk assessment and proac- advanced monitoring technologies in securing critical off- tive threat mitigation, addressing increasing digitalization shore energy infrastructure.

across offshore platforms, wind farms and subsea infra- structure. The rollout refects growing emphasis on cy-

Saipem’s Hydrone-R Drone Completes Autono- mous Survey bersecurity resilience as energy systems integrate advanced automation and networked technologies. Saipem’s Hydrone-R underwater intervention drone has completed an autonomous subsea survey at the Njord feld,

ExxonMobil Selects Sentinel Pipeline Monitor- demonstrating advanced robotic inspection capabilities.

ing System

Hydrone-R is engineered to perform inspection, mainte-

ExxonMobil has selected the Sentinel Proactive moni- nance and intervention tasks without continuous surface ves- toring system to safeguard its gas pipeline infrastructure sel support. The system integrates autonomous navigation, offshore Guyana. real-time data transmission and remote operational control

The Sentinel system provides continuous surveillance to conduct subsea missions with reduced logistical footprint.

and real-time visibility into pipeline integrity, offering ear- The Njord deployment validated the drone’s ability to ly detection of potential threats and operational anomalies. operate independently under offshore conditions, sup-

The technology integrates monitoring sensors and analyti- porting the transition toward lower-emission inspection cal capabilities to enhance situational awareness and risk methods and digital subsea asset management. The tech- mitigation. nology forms part of Saipem’s broader robotics portfolio

Designed to strengthen asset protection and environ- aimed at enhancing operational effciency and reducing mental safety, the system supports proactive pipeline environmental impact in offshore operations.

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