Due to extensive utilisation for, eg harbour piers and coast protection facilities, rock reefs have become a rare natural element in Denmark. And this is a shame for the large variety of flora and fauna that lives on and by the reefs. Now, lobsters, crabs and a neumber of fish species will benefit f
Scientists and engineers have had their first look at a damaged section of Neptune, the world’s first regional underwater ocean observatory… (thevancouversun) [mappress] Source: thevancouversun, July 15, 2011;
Global Marine Systems Limited has announced a major upgrade of its CS Sovereign vessel. Global Marine‟s marine engineering team worked closely with an offshore handling equipment supplier, to design and build two 2,300 tonne turntables, in order to expand the ships capability for a further round of
Building upon the success of the single seat AS1 model, Aqua Star envisioned a two person scooter, the AS2. After intense design and engineering, it is now a reality. Now couples can share the underwater experience together. The second person at the controls eliminates any fear for the timid. The AS
The new director of the NEPTUNE Canada ocean network is Dr. Kate Moran, a world-renowned ocean engineer who is completing a two-year term as assistant director in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy in Washington, DC. NEPTUNE Canada is the world’s largest and most advanced cabled
VideoRay Awarded $2.2 Million Contract by Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office to Modernize the United States Coast Guard’s Remotely Operated Vehicle Fleet. VideoRay announced that it has been awarded a $2.2 million dollar contract by the Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office of the U
Neptune Marine Services Limited announces it has signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the sale of the vessel, ROV Supporter including the on board remotely operated vehicle (ROV). Under the terms of the agreement, Neptune will sell the Assets for US$2.4 million. The sale proceeds will augment workin
CARIS, the world’s leading marine GIS organization, has launched a new module as part of the release of Bathy DataBASE 3.2. The Engineering Analysis Module caters to the requirements of the dredging industry, port and waterway authorities, as well as other engineering operations. The Engineering Ana
Alpine Ocean Seismic Survey, a provider of marine surveying and data collection services, announces the following changes to its executive leadership: Robert Mecarini has been promoted to President of the company, and Gino Mecarini assumed the role of Chairman. This planned succession enables Robert
Welltec ® announced that they have signed a major contract in Brazil with Petrobras; contract value will be in excess of $15MM for a duration of up to 4 years. Welltec has been selected as the primary service provider for electric line tractor conveyance as well as for a wide portfolio of mechanical
SBM Offshore announces it has received a letter from BP Exploration Operating Company Ltd confirming full project sanction for the supply of an internal turret mooring system for the Quad 204 FPSO project. The contract consists of engineering, procurement and construction of an internal turret moori
Ezra Holdings Limited a leading global offshore contractor and provider of integrated offshore solutions to the oil and gas industry, continues to boost its orderbook of subsea contracts with three Letters of Awards / Letters of Intent (LOAs) with an aggregate value of approximately US$85 million be
The underwater robotics team competed for the first time in the AUVSI competition held in San Diego on July 13-17. This is the 14th year the… (Chhscornerstone) [mappress] Source: Chhscornerstone, July 14, 2011;
Ross Offshore acquires the two Odfjell Drilling companies Odfjell Well Management AS and Odfjell Well Management Consultants AS. The name of the combined company will be Ross Offshore. OWM has a strong position in all aspects of well management, from concept to close-out. Its subsidiary Odfjell Well
