USA: DOF Subsea Adds Schilling Robotics UHD™ Systems to ROV Fleet

Schilling Robotics, LLC, experts in subsea systems, announced today the order for two (2) new 200hp UHD™ ROV systems from specialist subsea service company DOF Subsea.

In addition, two (2) original UHDs™ delivered to DOF Subsea in 2006 will be upgraded to the advanced UHD™ Gen II design, providing enhanced capabilities and performance. Deliveries of the 4,000 meter rated UHDs™ are scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2010.

This order reflects a continued commitment between DOF Subsea and Schilling Robotics for the supply of advanced, high performance, ultra-heavy-duty, work-class ROV systems. The UHDs™ feature Schilling’s unique power management system, remote diagnostics, and advanced automatic piloting modes that deliver superior operational stability and precise control. Based on integrated sub-systems, the UHD™ reduces complexity, increases efficiency, and lowers the cost of owning and operating an ROV from day one.

The exceptional performance of the UHDs™, paired with Schilling’s ability to provide comprehensive customer support in all of the major offshore oil and gas regions of the world will help enable DOF Subsea’s growth in international markets. “We are very pleased that DOF Subsea has once again selected Schilling UHDs to expand their fleet. Our ongoing commitment to providing the most reliable ROV systems coupled with industry leading global support are core philosophies that ensure our customers’ success,” says Tyler Schilling, chief executive officer for Schilling Robotics.

About Schilling Robotics, LLC

Schilling Robotics is a leading global, deep-ocean robotics company founded in 1985. Schilling is headquartered in California U.S.A. and has regional offices in Texas U.S.A. and Aberdeen, Scotland. In late 2008, FMC Technologies, Inc. acquired a 45% interest in Schilling. FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FTI) is a leading global provider of technology solutions for the energy industry. FMC Technologies designs, manufactures, and services technologically sophisticated systems and products, such as subsea production and processing systems, surface wellhead systems, high pressure fluid control equipment, measurement solutions, and marine loading systems for the oil and gas industry.

About DOF Subsea

DOF Subsea is a specialist subsea service business that provides subsea construction, survey and inspection, repair and maintenance services (IRM), which involve complex and challenging engineering in an international environment. DOF Subsea owns and operates a large, high specification fleet of modern subsea construction, intervention and survey vessels that enable it to offer differentiated positions with its clients and work in long term relationships to enhance service delivery and reduce overall risk. The company’s core business is project management, engineering, survey and positioning operations, ROV operations, diving operations and provision of construction and support vessels primarily for the oil and gas sector on a worldwide basis.

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Source: Schillingrobotics,September 17, 2010,