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All rights reserved. [Privacy policy](https://oceanautonomy.no/privacy-policy?hsLang=en-us) - - - ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "The 18-metre uncrewed surface vessel has arrived in Norwegian waters and is preparing to survey more than 675 km² in the North Sea as part of the MAREANO programme, operated entirely from shore. On 19 February, Fugro officially launched its 18-metre Blue Eclipse 1 uncrewed surface vessel (USV) in Norway, marking a significant milestone for next-generation offshore operations. Earlier that week, the vessel completed its transit from the UK and is now preparing for its first assignment in the North Sea. First mission: large-scale seabed mapping The Blue Eclipse 1 will begin operations by surveying more than 675 km² as part of MAREANO, the Norwegian seabed mapping programme. The campaign will be conducted with full control from Fugro’s onshore remote operations centre in Aberdeen, demonstrating the maturity of long-range remote marine operations. Blue Eclipse® is the most recent development in Fugro's long term USV program. Globally, the 6 Fugro Remote Operation centres have now performed over 1million hours of remote operations and the Blue Eclipse 1 have already logged over 1000 hours with her initial testing and sea trials. Designed for operations both with and without a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), the vessel can work in water depths ranging down to 500 metres. The ROV capability, together with an advanced stabilization system and a hull-mounted gondola equipped with a full acoustic survey system, enables high-resolution geodata acquisition as well as remote inspection and light intervention tasks. Setting a new standard for uncrewed operations “With the launch of the Blue Eclipse 1, Fugro is setting a new standard for uncrewed marine operations,” said Nick Simmons, USV Services Director at Fugro. “This next generation USV delivers high-resolution Geo data in deeper and more demanding offshore environments, while significantly reducing emissions and operational risk. It’s a clear step forward in our mission to make offshore projects safer, smarter and more sustainable.” Built to withstand harsh offshore environments, the Blue Eclipse® combines endurance and power with a significantly reduced emissions footprint compared to traditional survey vessels. By removing personnel from offshore vessels and relocating operations to shore-based control centres, Fugro is lowering both operational risk and environmental impact while maintaining high data quality and efficiency. Strengthening the case for ocean autonomy For the Ocean Autonomy Cluster community, the arrival of Blue Eclipse 1 in Norwegian waters underscores how autonomous and remotely operated systems are transforming offshore survey and inspection. As uncrewed technologies mature, they are increasingly becoming the preferred option for complex marine operations in challenging environments such as the North Sea.", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "27/02/2026", "datePublished" : "27/02/2026", "headline" : "Fugro launches Blue Eclipse USV in Norway – set for North Sea mission", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/fugro.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/fugro-launches-blue-eclipse-usv-in-norway-set-for-north-sea-mission", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Exploring future careers in ocean autonomy and technology. NTNU students met several of Norway’s most innovative, and in some cases world-leading ocean technology companies during an afternoon seminar hosted by the Ocean Autonomy Cluster and MIDAS. The event offered insights into cutting-edge research, emerging career opportunities, and collaboration between academia and industry. How can autonomous systems help make the oceans cleaner, safer, and more sustainable? This was one of the questions explored when the Ocean Autonomy Cluster and MIDAS invited NTNU students to an inspiring networking and info afternoon at the Trondheim Maritime Center on October 29. The event brought together students from marine engineering, technical cybernetics, and design – and several cluster member companies presented how they are innovating at the intersection of technology and the ocean. Pauline Røstum Bellingmo,SINTEF Ocean. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri From water monitoring to new concepts Maxime Leclaire from Computas presented the project Make Nyhavna Clean Again, which tests a water monitoring system in Trondheim’s harbor area. The solution is designed to be reusable at swimming areas and other coastal locations to monitor water quality and environmental data. – We are now looking at opportunities for students to contribute with data collection, analysis, and further concept development, said Leclaire. Robots in the splash zone Erik Wold Aalde from OceanTech showcased the company’s robotic solutions for access and maintenance in the splash zone of offshore installations, a challenging environment where technology can replace risky manual operations. Erik Wold Aalde, Oceantech. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Collecting weather, wind, and ocean data Erik Høy from Fugro Norway (blue sweater in the photo) presented Fugro Seawatch, the company’s systems for collecting weather, wind, and ocean data. Fugro develops and produces a wide range of research buoys – floating, seabed-mounted, and submersible, with production locally in Trondheim.The buoys are used for environmental monitoring, coastal protection, pollution tracking, meteorology, and energy projects in oil, gas, and renewable sectors. – Our final product is not the equipment itself, but the knowledge and data that make decisions safer and more sustainable, said Høy. Fugro now plans to expand and hire more staff in Trondheim across several disciplines. Erik Høy, Fugro Norway. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri A robot lawnmower on the fjord Sander Henriksen presented Nordic USV, which operates remotely controlled USVs, water sampling, and testing. – You can think of it as a “robot lawnmower on the fjord”, said Henriksen, explaining how the company uses the technology for fjord monitoring for both mining companies and aquaculture. Nordic USV currently operates on the west coast of Norway, Helgeland, and the Sognefjord, with several new projects underway. The company performs measurements down to 1500 meters and plans to establish a Remote Operations Center (ROC) in Trondheim. The operations center will also require staffing, and there will be more opportunities for students in Trondheim in the future, through internships and projects related to remote operations and data analysis. Sander Henriksen presented Nordic USV. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Autonomous underwater buoy Apoorva Sinha from Ocean Access presented the company’s autonomous underwater buoy, designed to enable efficient and cost-effective data communication between underwater systems and the surface. The technology makes it easier to retrieve and transmit data from the seabed without the need for expensive vessels. Apoorva Sinha from Ocean Access. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Navigation without GPS – and beyond Earth Sigmund Henningsen from SentiSystems presented the company’s advanced navigation technology designed to operate even when GPS signals are unavailable — a growing challenge due to jamming and spoofing, particularly from Russian sources, affecting maritime, land, and airborne operations. “Our system ensures precise navigation even without GPS, and the technology will soon be used to navigate a drone on the moon,” said Henningsen. The company’s core product, the SentiNAV platform, synchronizes data from multiple sensors to maintain accurate position and heading under the most demanding conditions. Sigmund Henningsen, SentiSystems. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Research, technology, and future maritime operations From SINTEF Ocean, researchers Ella-Lovise Hammervold Rørvik and Pauline Røstum Bellingmo presented work at the Norwegian Centre for Marine Technology, covering maritime ICT, cybernetics, and the SFI Autoship initiative. Ella-Lovise Hammervold Rørvik, SINTEF Ocean. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri The clusters behind innovation Yngvild Bakken Furunes presented the Ocean Autonomy Cluster and Fremtidens Industri, explaining how the clusters promote innovation, collaboration, and career opportunities in marine technology and autonomy. Furunes also highlighted how students can engage in projects, summer jobs, and networking activities through the clusters. MIDAS – Humans in future ocean operations The event was part of the MIDAS – Humans in Future Ocean Operations project, exploring the interaction between humans, autonomous systems, and technology in the maritime domain. Through research and innovation activities, MIDAS aims to position the Norwegian maritime sector as a leader in safe, efficient, and sustainable offshore operations. Yngvild Bakken Furunes, Ocean Autonomy Cluster and Fremtidens Industri. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri Companies and summer jobs Three unique summer job positions funded by the MIDAS project were also announced, giving students the opportunity to contribute to practical projects in future marine technology. Alongside the presentations, pizza was served, and informal mingling provided a valuable opportunity for students to build networks and connect with companies at the forefront of maritime technological development. Students and companies established contacts for potential future collaborations. Many of these are highly innovative companies, several of them world leaders in their respective fields. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/Fremtidens Industri", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "30/10/2025", "datePublished" : "30/10/2025", "headline" : "Student afternoon at Nyhavna: Exploring the future of marine technology and career opportunities", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/NTNU%20Studentettermiddag%20291025%20Foto%20Lars%20Bugge%20Aarset%20Fremtidens%20Industri%20%287%29.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/student-afternoon-at-nyhavna-exploring-the-future-of-marine-technology-and-career-opportunities", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "articleBody" : "Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, has joined the Ocean Autonomy Cluster to strengthen collaboration in autonomous maritime technology. With a strong global presence and expertise in site characterization, asset integrity, and uncrewed and remote technologies, Fugro brings extensive knowledge and cutting-edge solutions to the cluster’s innovation ecosystem. “Joining the Ocean Autonomy Cluster is a natural step for Fugro as we continue to push the boundaries of maritime autonomy and remote operations,” says Jan Arvid Ingulfsen, Strategy & Commercial Manager at Fugro Blue Robotics. “We look forward to collaborating with industry leaders, research institutions, and technology developers to accelerate advancements in uncrewed systems and autonomous solutions for a sustainable and secure ocean economy”, Ingulfsen says. Advanced Capabilities in Maritime Security and Monitoring Fugro’s scope of work spans critical underwater infrastructure, maritime security, seabed mapping, and navigation safety. The company provides essential data fusion, monitoring, and inspection services using advanced uncrewed surface vessels (USV), remotely operated vehicles (ROV), remote operating centres (ROC), and airborne lidar systems. These capabilities align with the Ocean Autonomy Cluster’s mission to promote the development and deployment of autonomous ocean technologies. A Shared Vision for a Sustainable Ocean Economy By joining the cluster, Fugro aims to contribute its expertise in Geo-data acquisition and analysis to support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable maritime operations. “Collaboration is key to innovation,” adds Ingulfsen. “Together with the Ocean Autonomy Cluster, we can explore new opportunities, develop groundbreaking solutions, and enhance the role of autonomy in the maritime industry.” Ocean Autonomy Cluster welcomes Fugro It is absolutely fantastic to have Fugro join as a member of OAC. First and foremost, Fugro is a major and important user of the technology represented by the cluster. Moreover, their membership confirms both the significance and the market potential of this technology, says Frode Halvorsen, Cluster Manager at Ocean Autonomy Cluster. Do you want to know more? Contact Jan Arvid Ingulfsen Strategy & Commercial Manager, Fugro Blue Robotics T +47 22 13 46 00 | M +47 970 46999 j.ingulfsen@fugro.com www.fugro.com", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Lars Bugge Aarset", "sameAs" : "https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsaarset/", "url" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/author/lars-bugge-aarset" }, "dateModified" : "27/02/2025", "datePublished" : "27/02/2025", "headline" : "Fugro joins Ocean Autonomy Cluster", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 400, "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/ROC-1.jpg", "width" : 750 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://oceanautonomy.no/en-us/oacnews/fugro-joins-ocean-autonomy-cluster", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://26558673.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26558673/Dark_yellow-fill_POS%20(3).png" }, "name" : "Ocean Autonomy Cluster/FI - Fremtidens Industri", "url" : "oceanautonomy.no" } } ```