From Tasmania to Tromsø- Apama ROV: Setting a New Benchmark for Sustainable Net Maintenance in Global Aquaculture

Background

Southern Ocean Subsea (SoSub) a small Tasmanian technology company, partnered with Norway’s ROVrespons to tackle the global challenge of underwater net maintenance and sustainability.

Innovation

The Compact Apama ROV NRS introduced high-pressure cleaning and repair capabilities that go beyond diver limits, reaching depths of up to 74 meters. This innovation supports safer, more sustainable aquaculture operations.

Impact

  • Supports over 1,200 Norwegian fish farms with scalable potential across global aquaculture markets.
  • Reduces environmental risk and labour costs
  • Aligns with global sustainability goals by extending net life and improving water quality, aligning with international sustainability goals.
  • Strengthens Australia–Norway collaboration in blue economy innovation
 
 
 
 
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Quote

“It’s more than a machine — it’s a life-saving innovation that’s redefining underwater work.”
— Peter Mayne, Mayne Capital Pty Ltd

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