UK firm takes its work-class ROV to Mexico

UK’s Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a contract with a Mexican subsea company for the delivery of one of its work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROV).

FET reported that its Subsea Technologies product line had won a contract from AQUA Exploracion for one of its Ultra Compact Perry XLX-C work-class ROVs, which will be equipped with a comprehensive spare parts package to optimize performance and reliability.

According to the UK company, the ROV will complement and increase the company’s existing capabilities and will be used to enhance subsea exploration, inspection, and intervention operations in challenging environments.

The XLX-C work-class ROV, originally manufactured at FET’s UK facility at Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, will be sent to the factory for a refurbishment and re-testing.

“Our range of Perry ROVs are the most long-established and recognisable vehicles in the subsea industry due to their quality, reliability and flexibility,” said Kevin Taylor, FET’s Vice President – KMS and Subsea Robotics.

“We are extremely pleased that our ROV has been chosen to support AQUA Exploracion. The XLX-C WROV is one of the most versatile models on the market and has the capabilities required for the tasks that it will undertake for AQUA Exploracion.”

The Perry XLX-C ROV is capable of performing pipeline inspections, underwater structural assessments, seabed mapping, and deep-sea equipment installation and maintenance, with deployment in various underwater projects, ranging from offshore oil and gas exploration to renewable energy installations like offshore wind farms.

The ROV has a 2,000-meter depth rating and, coupled with a compact Dynacon LARS design, is suited for inspection, survey repair and subsea maintenance tasks.

“A momentous amount of work has gone into preparing what has been a complex contract in a very short time, but our dedication and collaborative efforts have ensured its successful completion,” said Luis Gamez, Commercial Director od AQUA Exploracion.

“This partnership with FET’s Subsea Technologies product line marks a significant milestone for AQUA Exploracion, reaffirming our commitment to acquiring top-of-the-line equipment to bolster our capabilities in serving our clients’ needs efficiently and effectively.”