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FET Unveils Cutting-Edge VisualDVR Software for Enhanced Subsea Video Recording

FET Unveils Cutting-Edge VisualDVR Software for Enhanced Subsea Video Recording

ABERDEEN, UK—April 8, 2025--Forum Energy Technologies, In.c (NYSE:FET)(“FET”) announced today it has upgraded its video recording solutions, optimising the survey and inspection of subsea assets. This latest advancement will deliver superior video quality and a versatile array of signal inputs. FET’s VisualSoft Suite 11.1 introduces state-of-the-art features that seamlessly integrate with the company’s newest digital [...]

FET Supplies ROV for River Bed and Offshore Wind Surveys in the United States

FET Supplies ROV for River Bed and Offshore Wind Surveys in the United States

Forum Energy Technologies’ (FET) Subsea Product Line, a global leader in subsea robotics, has signed a contract for the sale of an electric Sub Atlantic Super Mohawk II remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and Dynacon Launch and Recovery (LARS) system to a North American subsea organization. The ROV will be used for shallow water operations in [...]

FET Brings New Generation Work Class ROV to Market

FET Brings New Generation Work Class ROV to Market

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has launched its latest work class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), the XLX EVO III, marking a new generation in Ultra-Heavy-Duty subsea vehicle technology. Designed to undertake a broad spectrum of underwater tasks, the new vehicle is equipped with larger thrusters for increased through water performance and an improved buoyancy package, facilitating [...]

FET to Supply Work Class ROV to Global Maritime Organisation

FET to Supply Work Class ROV to Global Maritime Organisation

The Forum Energy Technology (FET) Subsea product line has secured a contract to provide a work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) system and a Dynacon Launch and Recovery System (LARS) to ACSM, the Spanish-headquartered global maritime survey and ROV services operator. Building on a long-term relationship, the FET Perry XLX EVO II will be delivered [...]

FET to Supply ROV to UK Ministry of Defence’s Salvage Experts

FET to Supply ROV to UK Ministry of Defence’s Salvage Experts

HOUSTON, TX -- October 29, 2024 -- Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (FET) today announced that its subsea division secured a contract from the UK Ministry of Defence’s highly specialised Salvage and Marine Operations (SALMO) unit, to supply a remotely operated vehicle (ROV). ROVs are large adaptable underwater robots with mechanical arms - of similar dexterity [...]

FET to Supply Electric Observation-Class ROV for Ocean Research

FET to Supply Electric Observation-Class ROV for Ocean Research

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a contract from a major North American ocean research facility to supply an electric observation-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV), further reinforcing the organization’s commitment to exploring the deep sea. The Mohican ROV system will be used to document sea floor communities and species of interest at various depths up [...]

FET Secures Contract to Supply Work-Class ROV to Mexican Subsea Organisation

FET Secures Contract to Supply Work-Class ROV to Mexican Subsea Organisation

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FET) today announced its Subsea Technologies product line secured a contract from AQUA Exploracion for one of its Ultra Compact Perry XLX-C work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROV). The XLX-C will be equipped with a comprehensive spare parts package to optimize performance and reliability. The ROV will complement and increase the [...]

FET Enters Into Memorandum of Understanding with SAFEEN Survey & Subsea Services

FET Enters Into Memorandum of Understanding with SAFEEN Survey & Subsea Services

London, UK, March 12, 2024: Forum Energy Technologies’ (FET) today announced that its Subsea Technologies product line executed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with an underwater inspections provider, SAFEEN Survey & Subsea Services (SAFEEN), to collaborate on the development of cutting-edge electric thrusters for remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). A signing ceremony took place at the [...]

Forum Energy Technologies Contracts to Supply Comanche ROV to the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology

Forum Energy Technologies Contracts to Supply Comanche ROV to the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology

System will enable JAMSTEC to explore ‘mysteries of the deep sea’ Forum Energy Technologies (FET), a global leader in subsea robotics, has signed a contract to supply a state-of-the-art Comanche remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC). The contract, undertaken with support from FET’s Japanese representatives, Kyokuto Boeki [...]

FET to Supply Work-Class ROV to UK Ministry of Defence

FET to Supply Work-Class ROV to UK Ministry of Defence

HOUSTON, TX -- November 9, 2023 -- The subsea product line of Forum Energy Technologies (NYSE:FET) has secured a contract from the UK Ministry of Defence Salvage and Marine Operations (SALMO) team to supply a work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV). The system has been acquired by SALMO following an Urgent Capability Requirement (UCR) from [...]

FET Subsea Launches New ROV Tooling Rental Offering

FET Subsea Launches New ROV Tooling Rental Offering

First phase of new expansion to include proprietary torque tools and associated accessories to meet changing needs of the industry Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has introduced a new tooling rental offering for remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) in response to the changing demands of the subsea sector. With increasing ROV asset investment across hydrocarbon and offshore renewable [...]

Forum Energy Technologies Subsea Bolsters Brazil Growth Strategy with Partner Appointment

Forum Energy Technologies Subsea Bolsters Brazil Growth Strategy with Partner Appointment

Aberdeen, UK – August 2023 – Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has appointed UnderOcean Servicos Maritimos (UnderOcean) to represent its Subsea operations in Brazil. The partnership will see UnderOcean provide business development and engineering support on behalf of FET’s Subsea Technologies product line in Brazil. Headquartered in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, UnderOcean will deliver service, repair, [...]

FET to Supply Two Light Work-Class ROVs to Major Asian Navy

FET to Supply Two Light Work-Class ROVs to Major Asian Navy

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a contract from Unique Group to supply two light work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to support its contract with a major Asian Navy. Both systems will be installed onboard the navy’s new dive support vessels. The Comanche model is one of the most powerful observation-class ROVs of its size, [...]

FET to Deliver Four Enhanced ROVs to DOF Subsea

FET to Deliver Four Enhanced ROVs to DOF Subsea

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a significant order from DOF Subsea to deliver four of its advanced work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). The ROV order comprises of two 200HP XLX-C’s, which have recently been delivered and successfully mobilised in late 2022, as well as two 200HP XLX Evo II’s to be delivered in Q2, [...]

FET Unveils All New VisualDVR System

FET Unveils All New VisualDVR System

Next generation subsea survey software advances capability and user experience Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has announced the release of its latest generation of video recording solutions for the survey and inspection of subsea assets. Version 11 (V11) of VisualDVR, a digital video recorder produced by FET’s VisualSoft product line, marks a major step forward for [...]

FET Delivers Trio of ROVs to OceanPact in Brazil

FET Delivers Trio of ROVs to OceanPact in Brazil

Aberdeen, UK : Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has delivered three of its 200HP Perry XLX-C work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to Brazili-based OceanPact. The systems, which were manufactured at FET’s UK facility at Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, will be deployed across two of OceanPact’s vessels to support inspection, repair and maintenance services for the state-owned oil [...]

FET’s Advanced Submarine Rescue Vehicle Successfully Completes Sea Trials

FET’s Advanced Submarine Rescue Vehicle Successfully Completes Sea Trials

Aberdeen, UK – June 2022 – Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has successfully completed sea trials for its highly advanced submarine rescue vehicle (SRV) ahead of its deployment for an Asia Pacific-based navy. The sea trials tested the SRV’s capabilities to perform a variety of demanding operations, including deep dives, navigation, and mating with a target. [...]

FET Delivers Two Additional Work-Class ROVs to Oceanica in Brazil

FET Delivers Two Additional Work-Class ROVs to Oceanica in Brazil

Aberdeen, UK - June 2022 - Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has delivered two work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) sales to Brazilian marine engineering company Oc to support its deepwater intervention operations and strengthen its offering to the energy sector. The systems were manufactured at FET’s UK facility at Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire and delivered in the [...]

Forum Energy Technologies to Build Life-support Pods for Greek Navy

Forum Energy Technologies to Build Life-support Pods for Greek Navy

Aberdeen, UK - August 30th, 2021 – Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FET) today announced that it has delivered two of its emergency life support store (ELSS) pods to the Hellenic Navy. The contract, which marks FET’s first supply to Greece’s naval force, will see the business manufacture the two pods at its facility in [...]

FET to Deliver ROV Life Extension Project to Support International Telecoms

FET to Deliver ROV Life Extension Project to Support International Telecoms

Houston, USA – August 2021 – Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (FET) today announced that it has been awarded a contract to provide a life extension (Lext) upgrade on one of its Perry ST200 Trenchers. The Lext upgrade will be completed for a Western Hemisphere telecommunications equipment company The enhanced asset will support the installation and [...]

FET to Deliver Next-generation ROVs to DOF Subsea

FET to Deliver Next-generation ROVs to DOF Subsea

Aberdeen, UK – July 2021 – Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (FET) today announced that it has secured an order from DOF Subsea to supply two of its improved 200HP Perry XLX-C work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). The advanced ROVs will add fresh capability to the DOF Subsea fleet and can pave the way for aged [...]

FET’s ROV Completes Sea Trials to Support Arctic Research and Exploration

FET’s ROV Completes Sea Trials to Support Arctic Research and Exploration

Aberdeen, UK – March 2021 – Forum Energy Technologies today announced that its light work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV), Comanche 38, has successfully completed sea trials with Amundsen Science (Université Laval, Canada). The ROV was sold to the scientific research organisation earlier this year and will be supporting exploration of Artic and Sub-Arctic seafloor ecosystems. [...]

Forum Energy Technologies Appoints Brazilian Partner to Support Growth in South America

Forum Energy Technologies Appoints Brazilian Partner to Support Growth in South America

Aberdeen, UK – March 2021 – Forum Energy Technologies today announced that it has entered into a partnership with Deepsea Technologies Equipamentos Industriais Ltda (Deepsea Technologies) to represent its operations in Brazil as part of the business’ long-term growth strategy in South America. Deepsea Technologies provides engineered products and services to the oil and gas [...]

Forum Manufactures Technologically Advanced Submarine Rescue Vehicle

Forum Manufactures Technologically Advanced Submarine Rescue Vehicle

Aberdeen, UK – January 2021 Forum Energy Technologies today announced it has completed manufacturing a highly advanced submarine rescue vehicle (SRV) including cutting edge technologies, which may be utilized to extract submariners from distress situations. Forum’s latest SRV joins a small group of rescue systems in use around the globe. The LR-class SRV, however, surpasses [...]

Forum’s XT500 Trenching System to Support Major Cable Maintenance Project in Asia

Forum’s XT500 Trenching System to Support Major Cable Maintenance Project in Asia

Aberdeen, UK – November 2020 – Forum Energy Technologies has secured an order to supply specialist subsea equipment for a major cable maintenance project in South East Asia. The contract, which was awarded through Forum’s local representatives, will see the company deploy a Perry® XT500 trenching system and Dynacon® Launch and Recovery System as well [...]

Forum Develops Remote Piloting Capability for ROVs

Forum Develops Remote Piloting Capability for ROVs

- Remote Piloting for Perry and Sub-Atlantic ROVs - Aberdeen, UK – 3rd August 2020 – Forum Energy Technologies has revealed it has developed and demonstrated the ability to remotely operate Workclass and Observation Class (Perry and Sub-Atlantic) ROV systems between an offshore vessel and a remote location. This new capability brings major opportunities to [...]

Forum Energy Technologies Appoints Chinese Partner to Support Asian Growth Strategy

Forum Energy Technologies Appoints Chinese Partner to Support Asian Growth Strategy

Aberdeen, UK – 8th June 2020 – Forum Energy Technologies has announced that Wuxi Haiying-Cal Tec Marine Technology Co., Ltd will represent Forum for the sale of the company’s extensive range of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) in China, including its recently launched XLe Spirit electric ROV. The vehicle, which recently completed successful sea trial in [...]

Forum’s XLX-C ROV Successfully Completes Sea Trials for Vietnam Navy

Forum’s XLX-C ROV Successfully Completes Sea Trials for Vietnam Navy

Aberdeen, UK – 26th May 2020 - Forum Energy Technologies’ remotely operated vehicle (ROV), the Perry XLX-C, has successfully completed sea trials in Vietnam. Working with its customer Submarine Manufacturing & Products (SMP) and the Vietnam Navy, the sea trials followed an extensive commissioning period and factory acceptance test which took place at Forum’s test [...]

Forum’s ROV to Support Indonesia’s Largest Copper and Gold Mine

Forum’s ROV to Support Indonesia’s Largest Copper and Gold Mine

Aberdeen, UK – 27th March 2020 – Forum Energy Technologies has secured an order from PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara (“Amman Mineral”) to supply one of its observation-class remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to support operations at Indonesia’s second largest copper and gold mine. The vehicle will be deployed at Batu Hijau on the island of [...]

Forum’s ROV to Support Amundsen Science’s Arctic Research

Forum’s ROV to Support Amundsen Science’s Arctic Research

Aberdeen, UK – 10th February 2020 – Forum Energy Technologies has secured an order from Amundsen Science (Université Laval, Canada) to supply a light work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to support its Arctic scientific research activities. The vehicle will be installed on board the Canadian research icebreaker CCGS Amundsen and will support the exploration of [...]