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9/25/24, 12:40 PM Fugro’s game-changing solutions for subsea inspection in the Middle East - Oil & Gas Middle East
Hannes shares insights on how Fugro’s remote operations and uncrewed surface vessels
(USVs) are revolutionising pipeline inspections, reducing CO2 emissions, and ensuring the
safety and efficiency of subsea operations. We also delve into how Fugro’s global expertise,

drawn from regions like Australia and Scotland, enhances their ability to meet the specific
needs of the Middle Eastern offshore sector.

1. How does Fugro’s subsea inspection and maintenance expertise support the unique

challenges offshore assets face in the Middle East?

Subsea inspection and maintenance operations in the Middle East face unique challenges
due to the region’s dense offshore oil and gas infrastructure and the ageing assets. At Fugro,

we addresse these challenges through advanced technology, particularly our remote
inspection solutions. This involves onshore engineers visualising, commanding, and
controlling remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) from a remote operations centre (ROC). Our

remote inspection technology features advanced streaming capabilities for real-time
communication, a secure web interface for accessibility, real-time collaboration on survey

data, a proprietary inspection database, simultaneous data compilation, and near-real-time
data quality control. By leveraging these features, we can enhance operational efficiency,
ensure accurate, reliable data collection and address the dynamic requirements of the

Middle East’s offshore environments.

2. What innovative technologies has Fugro developed or employed for pipeline
inspection and maintenance in the Middle East’s offshore oil and gas sector?

Fugro has introduced groundbreaking remote inspection technologies for pipeline

inspection and maintenance, notably the Blue Essence® uncrewed surface vessel (USV)
paired with an electric remotely operated vehicle (eROV). This innovative duo has been
successfully deployed in comprehensive inspection projects, marking a significant

advancement in remote underwater inspections.

3. What innovative technologies has Fugro developed or employed for pipeline
inspection and maintenance in the Middle East’s offshore oil and gas sector?

By leveraging advanced remote technologies like USVs and eROVs for precise inspections
and maintenance, and utilising our expertise in geotechnical and hydrographic surveys, we
offer tailored solutions mitigating risks unique to the region. Predictive maintenance

strategies allow us to pre-empt issues, ensuring continuous operation or minimum
downtime for our clients.

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