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Kongsberg delivers first USV “Reach Remote 1”

With the “Reach Remote 1”, the first Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) developed by Kongsberg Maritime has been delivered. It operates unmanned and can be controlled remotely.

The Norwegian technology provider collaborated with the companies Reach Subsea, Massterly and Trosvik Maritime on the project.

The 24-metre-long USV “Reach Remote 1” was developed to optimise offshore operations and is equipped with technology from Kongsberg. It will be delivered after intensive sea trials supervised by the classification society Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and the Norwegian Maritime Authority.

Its first assignment will be to carry out underwater investigations off the coast of Haugesund in Norway. However, the range of applications goes far beyond this. The second ship, the “Reach Remote 2”, is now expected to begin sea trials.

USV operates unmanned and remotely controlled

A key feature of the Reach Remote USV design is its ability to operate without a crew and be controlled remotely from a Remote Operations Center (ROC). This approach offers significant advantages in terms of operating costs, safety and emissions compared to performing the same tasks with a much larger crewed vessel, Kongsberg said.

Bjørg Mathisen Døving, VP Reach Remote of Reach Subsea, said: “Reach Remote is an exceptional venture that brings together the unique expertise of Kongsberg Maritime, Reach Subsea and Massterly to shape the future of unmanned offshore operations. We are delighted that the ‘Reach Remote 1’ has set sail and is ready for its first mission.”

Kongsberg Maritime acted as the prime contractor for this project, taking responsibility for vessel design, shipyard delivery, supply chain management, system integration and commissioning. The company’s extensive experience in maritime technology was instrumental in bringing this concept to life.

More sustainable and efficient operations

“What started as a visionary idea has now become a tangible reality,” said Lisa Edvardsen Haugan, President of Kongsberg Maritime. “The USV ‘Reach Remote 1’ is a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of maritime technology. We are proud to have collaborated with Reach Subsea, Massterly and Trosvik Maritime on this groundbreaking project.” As the world moves towards more sustainable and efficient operations, this class of vessel will play a crucial role in shaping future offshore activities.

During the sea trials, the USV was monitored and controlled by a temporary mobile ROC on board the support vessel “Avant “, which remained in the vicinity during the trial days. When the USV enters pilot operations, Massterly, a joint venture between Kongsberg Maritime and Wilhelmsen, will control the USV from the shore-based ROC in Horten, Norway.

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