Kystdesign signs contract with new client
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Kystdesign signs contract with new client

Kystdesign is proud to announce the signing of a contract with the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) for the construction of the advanced Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), the Supporter 6000. The contract was signed this week by NIOZ Director Han Dolman and Kystdesign Director Tore Nedland. The Supporter 6000 will be delivered in June 2026 and will serve the entire Dutch marine research community.

The Supporter 6000 is designed for ultra-deepwater operations, capable of reaching depths of up to 6,000 meters. This state-of-the-art ROV combines unique flexibility and capabilities. It is equipped with six high-resolution cameras and 41 electrical connectors for interfacing external equipment such as tooling, survey sensors, and cameras. It also accommodates 24 hydraulic functions, all proportionally controlled. The ROV control system is prepared for a variety of auto functions like AutoPOS and AutoTRACK capabilities, in addition to over-the-horizon control from a Remote Operation Center (ROC) onshore.

“We currently don’t have anything like it available for the Dutch scientific community,” explains Gert-Jan Reichart, head of the NIOZ Ocean Systems department.

“The robot is equipped to take over the work of humans at great water depths. With its six high-resolution cameras and strong gripping arms, it forms our eyes and arms underwater. One of them can rotate along seven different axes. That’s more than a human arm can move.”

Managing Director in Kystdesign, Tore Nedland opened his speech at the contract signing ceremony by saying Thank You three times. “Thank you for being so thorough and persistent in your search for the right tool for your mission. Thank you for awarding this contract. Kystdesign is proud and excited to once again deliver a new ultra-deepwater ROV with lots of specialized equipment – it’s an honour!

Thank you for inviting us to this ceremony, celebrating an important milestone in your mission to explore the great oceans of our common globe. This partnership not only expands our brand into new markets but also underscores our commitment to providing innovative solutions for underwater research.”

The ROV will be assigned a role aboard the RV Anna Weber-van Bosse, the future flagship of the Dutch research fleet. It has been financed by a grant from the Large-Scale Scientific Infrastructure fund.

Kystdesign is committed to delivering cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions for underwater operations. The Supporter 6000 represents a significant advancement in underwater robotics, providing researchers with the tools they need to explore and study the ocean depths.

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