Teledyne Marine has announced the receipt of its first orders for the Compact Navigator, an innovative autonomous navigation system designed specifically for subsea and surface vehicles. This solution, officially unveiled at the Ocean Business 2025 event, marks a milestone in the evolution of navigation technology for operations in challenging environments.
Compact Navigator for a fleet of autonomous vehicles
The initial order comes from Ashtead Technology, a leading provider of advanced subsea solutions, which has adopted this autonomous navigation system for its fleet of autonomous vehiclesThe initial order comes from Ashtead Technology, a leading provider of advanced subsea solutions, which has adopted this autonomous navigation system for its fleet of autonomous vehicles, establishing itself as the first company to integrate this technology into commercial operations.
The Compact Navigator stands out for its exceptional performance despite its ultra-compact size, which makes it the ideal solution for underwater inspections in harsh environments. This fully autonomous system does not rely on GNSS technology, allowing it to operate in complex acoustic conditions, essential for modern autonomous vehicles such as ROVs and AUVs.
Key partnership between Teledyne Marine and Ashtead Technology
This technological breakthrough is the result of years of collaboration between Teledyne Marine and Ashtead Technology, who have worked together to provide innovative solutions for the offshore energy sector. With this new agreement, both companies reinforce their commitment to technological innovation and improved operational efficiency in offshore operations.
The system is available in two depth rating versions, up to 4000 meters, and is scheduled to begin deliveries in the fourth quarter of 2025, offering an even more affordable and flexible solution for global customers.
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