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Wednesday, 26 October 2022 was a big day for UAE maritime as the region’s first class-built unmanned surface vessel (USV) entered the water. The 12m Blue Essence USV was launched from the port of Mugharraq and sailed from Fugro’s control and command centre in the UAE to its new home in Al Mirfa, Abu Dhabi. In the coming months, Al Mirfa Port will be home to Fugro Pegasus and will serve as the central hub for Fugro’s remote and autonomous operations in the UAE.
The vessel is part of Fugro’s global fleet of Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) and electric remote-controlled vehicles, which are operated by a network of remote operations centres around the world.
Fugro’s Blue Essence USV will set a new standard for subsea inspection solutions, eliminating the need for personnel at sea, reducing carbon emissions by 95%, and enabling real-time insights, faster data processing and data transfer.
David Washbrook, Director of Marine Asset Integrity, Middle East and India: “Fugro has been working closely with local authorities and partners in the region to develop regulations and legislation for remote and autonomous ships. We are proud to say that this collaborative effort has enabled We are able to have the region’s first unmanned surveying vessel in the water and add an exciting new chapter to Fugro’s future in the UAE.”
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About Fugro
Fugro is the world’s leading specialist in geographic data, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built on it. Fugro provides solutions using a comprehensive approach that integrates geographic data collection and analysis and associated recommendations. With expertise in site characterization and asset integrity, clients can design, build and operate safely, sustainably and efficiently throughout their asset’s life cycle.
Fugro has approximately 9,500 people in 61 countries serving clients worldwide, primarily in the offshore and onshore energy and infrastructure industries. In 2019, revenue reached EUR 1.6 billion. The company is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.
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