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FUGRO INTRODUCES HIGH-TECH, LOW-EMISSION

UNCREWED VESSELS FOR MIDDLE EAST’S OCEAN

DATA NEEDS

Maritime News Feed by Editor - 21 March 2024

In response to the Middle East’s escalating demand for oceanic data, Fugro, a
prominent Geo-data specialist, has unveiled its latest innovation – the Blue Shadow®
class uncrewed surface vessel (USV). This cutting-edge vessel, designed specifically for
precise hydrographic mapping and bathymetry surveys, marks another significant step
towards meeting the region’s burgeoning need for accurate maritime data.

The introduction of the Blue Shadow® follows the successful deployment of the Middle East’s first
fully remote survey vessel in 2022. With infrastructure projects, port expansions, and coastal
management initiatives flourishing in the region, there’s an unprecedented requirement for precise
hydrographic data. Fugro’s Blue Shadow®, equipped with state-of-the-art navigation and surveying
technology, is poised to fulfill this need efficiently.

By harnessing advanced technology, the Blue Shadow® can collect crucial data such as water
depth and seafloor morphology with exceptional accuracy. This data not only supports the
development of the blue economy but also aids in understanding and conserving the delicate
marine ecosystem of the Middle East. Moreover, the vessel’s non-disruptive survey capabilities near
existing offshore structures ensure efficient data collection, thereby reducing project timelines
significantly.

Fugro’s commitment to environmental sustainability is evident through its ambitious goal of
achieving net-zero emissions by 2035. The utilization of remote operations, such as those
conducted by USVs, plays a pivotal role in minimizing carbon emissions. In fact, data acquisitions

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