WIND and WAVE ENERGY

We collaborate with world leading experts and client representatives when providing options for support to the Offshore Renewables Sector. AUS-ROV can offer advanced technological inspection solutions.

Sustainability is a key focus of AUS-ROV's environmental objectives. Supporting renewable energies through ROV technology synthesises with our attitude and the direction humanity is heading. Our capability and experience with wind and wave technology extends across international waters. The renewable energy sector engages AUS-ROV and our partners for inspection and installation of critical infrastructure.

MOORING CHAIN INSPECTIONS

AUS-ROV employs world-renowned leaders in Mooring Chain Science. Our Specialist Subsea Inspection Engineer’s 7 year study into mooring chain failure paved the way for the international standards applied today. Our ROV systems are capable of working in high stress offshore environments and our skilled personnel are some of the industries most respected professionals. Through utilising miniROV technology, AUS-ROV has developed a system for quick deployment of inspection equipment and personnel in reactive situations. We can mobilise an offshore capable eyeball inspection class ROV and pilot/tech within hours of notification and have the system in the water and conducting inspection within 24hrs or less given the availability of helicopter transport.

OFFSHORE OIL and GAS

AUS-ROV supports the Oil and Gas Sector through mini-ROV inspection, survey and intervention. AUS-ROV introduces miniaturised options to provide leading technologies using cost effective methodologies.

Collaborating with the world leading expert on mooring chain failure, AUS-ROV Integrity Engineers inspect offshore structures with confidence. We perform light work class functions and deploy mini-ROV technology to inspect infrastructure to depths of 1000m and beyond where required. AUS-ROV provides inspection of offshore platform, jack up rig legs, SGS Legs, spud cans, FPSO turrets, moorings, risers and hulls. AUS-ROV’s specialist industry engineers with over 20 years’ experience oversee offshore inspections.  Our proven systems deliver high definition live video and can be integrated with a multitude of subsea tooling to perform almost any subsea job.  We can provide CSWIP 3.4U Inspectors, ROV Pilot / Technicians and Supervisors and the ROV technology and equipment desired to get the job done cheaper, more effectively, more efficiently, safer and with professional confidence.

SUBSEA PIPELINES AND CABLES

AUS-ROV was established in collaboration with one of the worlds leading cable trenching experts whose lifetime's experience working on subsea cable and pipeline installations provides significant confidence in AUS-ROV. There are thousands of miles of pipes and cables beneath our oceans. Commercial, legal and operational considerations demand that these remain in good order. This requirement creates a constant need to verify location, condition and burial status. AUS-ROV can provide pre and post-survey for pipe and cable lay projects. Cable trenching support and depth of burial surveys can be carried out using our DOE M5 ROV integrated with Teledyne TSS or Innovatum SMARTRAK cable and pipeline locating systems. AUS-ROV can achieve your requirements at a fraction of the price of the multi-national ROV companies.

DAMS and WEIRS

AUS-ROV provide dam infrastructure inspections and sonar surveys using ROVs. Our experienced personnel have carried out inspection of many intake tower structures and associated tunnels and pipelines. In low light and poor visibility we employ low lux cameras and sonar technology to aid guidance and identification of submerged structures and their condition. AUS-ROV has been performing inspections of dams, weirs and reservoirs for a decade now and our experience and understanding of how best to approach these asset inspections should make us a prime candidate for inspection of your civil assets. We have successfully executed works for clients such as WaterNSW, Seqwater, SunWater, Sydney Water, Corporate Dynamics, GHD, Jacobs Group, SMEC, Stanwell, Meridian Energy and CS Energy. We have a track record for delivering professional engineering content that would be expected in this line of work. We are engineers working with engineers.

WATER TANKS

AUS-ROV is an Australian industry leader when it comes to 'in-depth' water tank inspections. Our fire water tank inspections exceed the AS1851-2012 standard by visually inspecting all internal components of the tank with an ROV. If you're looking to comply with legislation requirements for annual inspection of your fire water assets, we recommend asking for a sample report or testimony from your candidates in order to benchmark the end product. AUS-ROV provide the most comprehensive tank inspection reporting service in today’s market. There's a reason why companies like Shell, BP, Origin, Santos and Veolia Water choose AUS-ROV for their water tank inspections.

POTABLE DRINKING WATER RESERVOIRS

AUS-ROV have proven themselves to be an effective and prominent force in potable water reservoir inspection and cleaning services. Our dedicated potable water ROV's are equipped with High Definition 10x Optical Zoom Camera's which have the ability to inspect every component within a reservoir (both in and out of water). We can achieve intimate detail of the internal roof structure without confined space entry of personnel. Our system has proven to be the best operation in Australia and we welcome your enquiry into how and why. When considering inspecting your potable water infrastructure, look to AUS-ROV, the professional, high tech, reliable and honest inspection company.

DESALINATION PLANTS AND WATER TREATMENT FACILITIES

AUS-ROV and partners have been working with Australian Desalination Plants since 2008 when we delivered Australia's first long distance intake tunnel inspections at Sydney Desalination Plant and Gold Coast Desalination Plant. Following this AUS-ROV has continued to provide unrivaled services to Adelaide Desalination Plant, Gold Coast Desalination Plant and multiple other water treatment facilities around Australia. Our customer satisfaction has meant continued work with the likes of Veolia Water, AdelaideAqua, Trility Water, SEQ Water, Origin, Santos, Sydney Water and many local councils and regional departments. With 5km excursion capability, AUS-ROV is one of the best placed decisions you could make for your desalination plant asset inspection partner.

WATER DELIVERY MAINS, SEWER AND PIPELINES

AUS-ROV specialise in pipeline inspection services. We have teams operating CCTV Crawler Systems in Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia. AUS-ROV can provide the worlds longest pipeline CCTV Crawler with a 6500m penetration capability. We can also deploy vertical crawling tracked and magnetic tracked inspection systems to inspect both horizontal and vertical internal sections of pipelines. We have an ROV with 1500m tether that will fit into pipelines as small as 450mm diameter. As a manager of critical water infrastructure you want the best quality and highest accuracy of information when assessing the condition of your water assets. AUS-ROV will get you this information and ensure that it is delivered professionally and beyond satisfaction.

TUNNELS, CULVERTS AND CHANNELS

Flooded and partially flooded tunnels pose significant difficulties when attempting to perform comprehensive condition assessment. AUS-ROV not only provides specialised equipment to allow access to previously inaccessible areas, we also have the experience in performing long distance tunnel inspection projects in highly demanding environments. AUS-ROV currently boasts the longest ROV inspection system in Australia with capability of achieving 5km penetration distances into flooded underwater tunnels. This capability means not only our partners will benefit from lower mobilisation costs by not having to temporary import equipment, but the ability to mobilise to reactive jobs within short timeframes provides peace of mind to asset owners. AUS-ROV inspect tunnels and pipelines for companies such as Snowy Hydro, AGL Energy, Origin, Sydney Water and Veolia.

bioesecurity

Biofouling on hulls and niches of vessels entering Australia is a major pathway for marine pest entry. The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has statutory powers under the Biosecurity Act to respond when a vessel's biofouling presents an unacceptable biosecurity risk of introducing and spreading marine pests and associated diseases. The Australian biofouling management requirements set out vessel operator obligations for the management of biofouling when operating vessels under biosecurity control within Australian territorial seas. AUS-ROV can assist vessel owners satisfy pre-arrival reporting, assessment and inspection of vessels subject to biosecurity control.

SEARCH AND RECOVERY

An ROV's capacity for underwater search and recovery operations exceeds far beyond that of any other deep water search and recovery method. With enhancements like multi-beam sonar imagery, autonomous control and positioning, multifunction manipulators and USBL (Ultra Short BaseLine) tracking systems, any search and recovery task is achievable with the right ROV configuration. ROVs can be used to tie slings to lift submerged structures at extreme depths, or to place and retrieve scientific instruments, they can even been used to search and recover items from plane crashes and shipwrecks, and by emergency services to search for missing people.

CUSTOMS, Maritime safety and security

A countries economy and way of life can be impacted upon by various marine territorial threats. With human conflict around the globe on the rise, and ever increasing potential for terrorist activity, implementing an effective Maritime Security Strategy is vital to preservation of life and mitigating against safety risks. ROVs can be used for surveillance of coastlines and waterfronts in an effort to identify and eliminate potential threats. ROV’s can provide inspection of apprehended foreign vessels, risk assessment, compliance and search activities in relation to commercial vessels and pleasure craft entering and departing a countries territorial waters. Customs and Marine Border Protection can utilise ROV technology as a tool for investigations and prosecutions related to breaches of the border involving narcotics, prohibited goods, import fraud and duty evasion. AUS-ROV has the equipment, personnel and water craft to deliver a rapid response ROV solution in order to satisfy your Maritime Safety and Security requirements

EXPLOSIVE ORDINANCE AND THREAT DETECTION

Our ROV Systems can be utilised for UXO detection. Using ROV, sonar and magnetometer technology to identify and clear sites, AUS-ROV can provide the right equipment and expert knowledge for mine detection.  We have the capability to assist clearance divers in early detection using imaging sonar and the right people with security clearance to head operations. Our operations personnel have experience in working in high pressure environments without supervision and can get the job done no matter how high the stakes.

VESSELL HULL INSPECTIONS

AUS-ROV’s highly advanced ROV Technology enables us to inspect ship hulls underwater in lieu of docking. An ROV can provide far greater video than a divers helmet cam as our pilots control is less effected by current and surge. The steadiness of the ROV footage allows for clear definitive imagery, allowing the 3.4U inspection surveyor to orchestrate the inspection through direct communication with the ROV Pilot. Rudder stock and pintle bearing clearances can be assessed by divers when inspection requires based on the surveyor’s assessment. To discuss UWILD inspection please contact us at inspections@aus-rov.com.au or by calling 1300 287 768.

BENTHIC HABITAT SURVEY

With an Environmental Scientist piloting the ROV, you can be certain that AUS-ROV can deliver in the field of science. We have conducted numerous benthic habitat surveys for environmental agencies and Government Departments and produce high quality, visually stimulating, professional reports including species identification services. Our USBL GPS tracking system ensures that transects are executed with accuracy and surveys can be repeated with confidence.

Scientific instrument deployment and recovery

With advances in technology and the ability of ROVs to reach depths beyond that which human divers can safely access, a new frontier in marine research has evolved. With varying payload capabilities, ROVs can support deployment, collection and recovery of instrumentation, monitoring equipment, samples and data. AUS-ROV have played an instrumental role in successful recovery of animal tracking devices as part of the higher biological monitoring of the marine environment for the Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS) National Program.

Water sampling

AUS-ROV mechatronics department successfully developed and utilised a remote activated water sampling device in order to capture samples at depth. The trigger mechanism releases two spring loaded 100mL syringes per activation and the system can hold up to 10 syringes per outing. AUS-ROV has proven this system effective in the field and can can integrate the system with USBL Navigation for GPS and depth sensing for georeferencing of sample take locations.

Invasive species monitoring and neutralisation

AUS-ROV take an active interest in preservation of our marine ecosystems. Our love of the ocean has instilled us with aspiration to contribute to solving environmental challenges our planet is facing. One issue we have followed is the introduction of invasive species such as Crown of Thorns Starfish on our Great Barrier Reef. AUS-ROV has interest in collaborating with Universities and Institutes to help combat the devastating affect this species is having on our precious reef systems. We have research and development personnel to collaborate with and encourage others with similar interest to invest their ideas with our contributors. Together we can make a difference so if you are working on a solution and could benefit from ROV and Vessel operational support then please make contact with us today to discuss how we can achieve together.

DOCUMENTARY FILMING AND VIDEO PRODUCTION

AUS-ROV have the highest quality specifically designed and developed HD underwater zoom cameras which produce extremely high resolution video output. The quality of our systems, and professional delivery of our services; makes AUS-ROV a suitable candidate for any underwater filming job. We have professional media personnel available to support video editing an film production. We welcome opportunity to work with creative industries and film makers in order to deliver underwater filming that doesn't cost the earth. Contact us to discuss your project and view some high definition documentary quality video footage captured by our ROV's and skilled pilot technicians.

INTEGRITY ENGINEERING

• Mechanical Engineering

• Structural Integrity Reporting

• Finite Element Analysis

• Asset Condition Assessment

NAVAL ARCHITECTURE

• Hydrodynamics

• Structural deformation from Slamming Loads

• Vortex Induced Vibrations

OFFSHORE ENGINEERING

• ROV General Visual Inspection

• Cathodic Protection Survey and Corrosion Management Reports

• Mooring Chain Inspections

FISH PEN INSPECTIONS

Aquaculture companies involved in fish farming use ROV technology in many stages of production. AUS-ROV can perform inspection of nets to ensure fish security; minimising stock losses from fish escaping and from predators getting in. AUS-ROV perform mooring inspections, sea bed and water quality sampling, benthic testing and benthic macro invertebrate surveys. Aquaculture companies have a constant demand for ROV and Diver services and AUS-ROV is available to facilitate the implementation of these services. Should you require assistance in the management your aquaculture infrastructure through ROV delivered tasks then please contact AUS-ROV today.

FISH STOCK INSPECTIONS

ROVs are heavily relied upon in fish farming for fish health monitoring, identifying disease, mortality or unusual behavior, and retrieval of 'mort' fish can also be carried out using ROV. AUS-ROV have a diverse spread of ROV technology and tooling for ensuring your fish stock integrity is maintained and the highest yield achieved for your aquaculture operation. If you would like to discuss how AUS-ROV can provide ROV services for fish stock inspection please send us an email at inspections@aus-rov.com.au