Robotics

Scientific progress is made possible with the development of new, disruptive technologies.

And that’s exactly what we do.

With bold ideas, open collaboration and precise engineering, we’re pushing the boundaries of marine robotic systems, and enabling the evolution of scientific research in even the most extreme of ocean environments.

We’re home to the National Marine Equipment Pool (NMEP): Europe’s largest centralised pool of equipment specifically designed for marine science.

It boasts a diverse range of scientific instruments and equipment capable of sampling both the sea surface and the deep ocean.

The NMEP holds more than 10,000 instruments and technologies, and provides scientists with access to skilled marine technicians and engineers. As part of its national capability remit, the NMEP offers technological support to enable the marine science community to continue conducting world-class research.

Great care goes into every step to ensure the equipment functions reliably and consistently – because only then will our scientists yield data of the highest quality.

We also liaise with the international scientific community to provide advice and expertise for the design of future equipment and new technologies.

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MARS Teams

Our Marine Autonomous Robotics Systems teams are known for developing industry-leading, barrier-breaking technology.

So let’s meet the teams behind the tech.