AKVA Group’s SF20k2v enhances efficiency in high-current environments

It could be used for observation and to provide aid during installations of offshore wind.

AKVA Group’s SF20k2v, an advanced remotely operated vehicle (ROV), has emerged as a crucial technology that could operate in high-current regions.

According to Lars Eyvind Schjerden, sales and business development manager at AKVA, the SF20k2v's double vectorized thruster setup enables efficient operation in high-current environments. 

“This innovation allows the SF20k2v to operate efficiently in conditions that would challenge traditional ROVs, offering a robust solution for the offshore wind sector,” he told the Asian Power.

The SF20k2v, built on the Sub Fighter 30k platform, addresses the critical need in markets like Taiwan, where strong currents are common, and offers versatility for tasks ranging from installation to maintenance in offshore wind projects.

Schjerden also stressed the urgent need for technology capable of withstanding strong currents. He said that the innovation not only enhances operational capabilities but also offers a cost-effective solution by enabling the use of smaller ROVs for tasks traditionally requiring larger units.

Additionally, the SF20k2v's applications span the entire lifecycle of offshore wind projects, from installation support to inspection and maintenance tasks.

"It will soon be used in the offshore wind industry and there it is for various applications. It could be for observation and to aid during the installation phase. But later on, it can also be used for inspection and maintenance work," Schjerden detailed.