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Fugro Completes AUV-Based Geohazard Survey for Petronas Carigali in Malaysia

Fugro has successfully executed a geohazard site survey contract for Petronas Carigali at the Megah and Limbayong fields off the coast of Sabah, East Malaysia. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance Malaysia's offshore resource development. The survey provided essential Geo-data to identify seabed and subsurface hazards, facilitating informed engineering decisions in an ultra-deepwater environment. The significance of this project lies in its application of autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology, which played a crucial role in conducting geohazard assessments and engineering studies. This technology supports the safe and efficient development of offshore activities, ensuring that potential risks are identified and managed effectively. The deployment of the Echo Surveyor 8 AUV from the Fugro Equator allowed for the acquisition of high-resolution data necessary for geohazard assessment and field development planning. Looking ahead, the successful completion of this offshore campaign, which ran from June to August 2026, underscores Fugro's commitment to innovation in the Asia Pacific region. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.

RoboticsAndAutomationNews.com By Sam Francis Sep 28, 2026

OMS Advances Sea Acceptance Tests for USV Elite, Validating Deepwater Survey P Capability and Long-range Endurance

OMS Group (OMS) has announced significant progress in the Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT) for its long-range DriX O-16 Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), taking place off the southern coast of France. The ongoing tests are showcasing remarkable seakeeping abilities and promising initial results regarding the vessel's deepwater multibeam echosounder performance. This development aligns with OMS's strategic objective to enhance and expand its long-range uncrewed survey capabilities on a global scale.