Autonomous Environmental Monitoring

Wave Gliders extend monitoring capabilities for offshore energy infrastructure, providing real-time sea state conditions and datasets for regulatory requirements. Collect atmospheric and oceanographic data with our persistent, low-cost, and flexible USV.

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The Challenge

Operational Data Gaps

In‑situ observations are indispensable for evaluating ocean conditions and making informed decisions. Achieving comprehensive monitoring across wide areas requires autonomous support.

Asset and Crew Allocation

Vessels and personnel are scarce and typically assigned to core operational needs, leading to gaps in environmental data collection.

Area-Wide Coverage

Extensive offshore arrays that cover hundreds of miles present a major challenge to complete in‑situ data collection.

Fixed Asset Limitations

Moored buoys provide valuable point measurements but are constrained by fixed locations, limited sensor payloads, and slower adaptability.

Our Solution

Multi-Sensor Platform

The Wave Glider’s open, extensible hardware and software support a broad suite of standard and custom sensors. Equip Wave Gliders with multiple sensor types to measure diverse environmental parameters.

Stay On Course

Monitor designated spatial grids and transects, or hold station at a chosen location. Wave Gliders have a proven record of precise navigation and station‑keeping.

Streamlined Operational Data

Integrate Wave Glider data feeds directly into Operations Center workflows for more efficient planning and deployment of crews and assets.

USE CASE

Cost-Effective Monitoring
in the Arctic

In the Barents Sea, Wave Gliders supported collecting real-time and long-term environmental data across sensitive marine ecosystems. As part of the GLIDER project, the Norwegian Research Council and ConocoPhillips Scandinavia AS in collaboration with Maritime Robotics conducted missions to assess impacts from increased exploration activity.

Wave Gliders provided a cost-effective way to deepen ecological understanding and support safer, more responsible offshore energy operations across large-scale marine environments.

TECHNOLOGY

Autonomous Operations, Dependable Data

Exclusively powered by renewable wave and solar energy, Wave Gliders deliver sustained meteorological and oceanographic monitoring with reliable, science‑grade data quality.

About Wave Gliders

Rapid Deployments

Wave Gliders deploy quickly, enabling fast response times for incident monitoring and anomalous environmental events.

Easily Configurable

Wave Gliders’ modular payloads provide adaptable monitoring and communications solutions aligned with your mission requirements.

Global Operations

HEADQUARTERS HERNDON, VA

Hawaii Marine Operations Center

Business Models

Flexible Models for Your Mission

From full ownership to data-only subscriptions, we provide options that fit your operational and financial requirements.

Direct Purchase

Purchase and operate your own Wave Glider fleet. This model is ideal for organizations who desire to build internal, long-term capacity for operating and maintaining their own fleet. We provide in-depth training to enable your team's success.

Best for

Proprietary Projects

Frequent Missions

Long-Term Need

System Integrators

GOGO

GOCO

Mission as a Service

You own the assets, we manage the operations. Leverage our unparalleled expertise in mission planning, execution, and maintenance. This option allows you to focus on your core objectives while we handle the complexities of USV operations.

Best for

Large-Scale Operations

Frequent Missions

Long-Term Need

Frequent Staff Turnover

GOCO

Data as a Service

Get the critical data you need without the overhead of asset ownership. We own and operate the fleet, delivering your mission-specific data on your timeline while being compatible with your existing systems. Perfect for project-based needs or when CapEX is a constraint.

Best for

Demos & Exercises

Infrequent Missions

Short-Term Need

Limited Staff Resources

COCO