Sea Teknik Robotics launches MAVERIC to transform maritime maintenance
Founded by Suhaimee Nosman and Lina Soho in Singapore, the company aims to advance marine maintenance and inspection processes.
The MAVERIC addresses the growing demand for underwater hull cleaning, a service often constrained by existing capacity, according to the company.
Unlike traditional remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) that serve a single purpose, the MAVERIC is designed as an advanced platform capable of performing multiple operations.
It features a proprietary swappable skid system and a modular interface, enabling quick reconfiguration for tasks such as hull cleaning, biofouling assessments, non-destructive testing (NDT), seabed mapping, and marine infrastructure monitoring.
The MAVERIC employs a hybrid cleaning method that combines mechanical and hydrodynamic systems, resulting in a lightweight and manoeuvrable design.
This allows for deployment from various platforms, including ships and small crafts, reaching areas inaccessible to larger systems.
Nosman said: 'We've been on board, at sea, and in the boardrooms. We know how much the industry relies on fragile workarounds. With the MAVERIC, we're introducing a smarter way to work beneath the surface.'
The MAVERIC aims to reduce logistical footprints, minimise diver involvement, and enhance turnaround times while maintaining effectiveness.
The platform supports both reactive and proactive cleaning strategies, providing vessel operators the flexibility to maintain hull conditions without extensive downtime or expensive dry-docking.
Operability is another key feature of the MAVERIC, as it can be operated by a ship's existing crew with minimal training.
This promotes wider access to underwater robotics for on-the-spot inspections and maintenance, reducing reliance on specialist contractors and enhancing operational efficiency during routine inspections or light maintenance.
Soho said: 'When we think about sustainability in maritime, it's not only about emissions. It's about people, time, and intelligent resource use.
'The MAVERIC is our answer to a future that demands more from fewer people, less from the planet, and everything from technology.'
Currently, the technology suite associated with the MAVERIC is undergoing testing, with future modules planned for underwater surveying, hull condition analysis, safety inspections, and security operations.
Sea Teknik Robotics aims to streamline ship maintenance processes by consolidating various tools and functions into a cohesive platform.
As the company prepares for a commercial launch in the first quarter of 2026, it is actively seeking strategic partners to expedite development, particularly in safety-related applications of the MAVERIC.
"Sea Teknik Robotics launches MAVERIC to transform maritime maintenance" was originally created and published by Ship Technology, a GlobalData owned brand.
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