Seabed Mineral Services

Deep Ocean Technology, Offshore Operational Expertise & Undersea Engineering Innovation

Through the integration of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), advanced winch and cable systems, and world-class engineering, Phoenix conducts safe, efficient, and responsible deep-ocean operations across the globe.

Seabed Survey Operations – SeaRaptor AUV

Phoenix’s 6,000m-rated SeaRaptor Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) delivers precision mapping and resource identification to support seabed minerals and deep-ocean exploration projects.

Capabilities

High-Resolution Mapping

• Synthetic Aperture Sonar (miniSAS)
• Multibeam sonar
• Sub-bottom profiler
  Provides detailed seabed characterization and geospatial data for informed decision-making.

High-Resolution Inspection Surveys

• UHD camera system
• Integrated laser measurement tools
  Enables accurate structural assessments and asset inspections.

Geophysical Surveys

• Magnetometer
• Environmental sensor suite
  Detects buried objects and evaluates subsurface conditions.

Environmental Surveys

• Water column profiling
• Comprehensive environmental parameter measurement
  Supports regulatory compliance and environmental monitoring initiatives.

Inspection & Intervention – Remora ROV

When precision control and real-time decision-making are essential, Phoenix’s 6,000m-rated Remora Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) delivers the accuracy and versatility required for complex subsea tasks.

Capabilities

Close-Range Inspections

• High-definition camera systems
• Dexterous manipulators
  Enables detailed visual surveys and equipment handling.

Sampling & Maintenance

• Mineral sample collection
• Subsea repair operations
• Equipment installation and recovery support

Operational Support

• Continuous monitoring of mining systems
• Pipeline and subsea infrastructure inspection
  Ensures system integrity and operational safety

Deep Ocean Winch & Cable Systems

Engineered for strength, precision, and reliability in extreme depths.

Traction Winch & Cable (10,000m)
Designed for deep-sea recovery operations. Built to withstand heavy loads and seabed suction forces during large sample retrieval.

Heave Compensator
Maintains operational stability by adjusting for vessel motion in rough sea conditions.

High-Speed Winch & Cable (5,000m)
Optimized for rapid deepwater core collection and efficient deployment cycles.

Engineering – Marine, Electrical & Mechanical

Phoenix’s maritime engineers bring decades of experience designing, mobilizing, and supporting complex offshore operations worldwide.

Core Competencies

System Integration
Custom AUV/ROV platforms, launch and recovery systems (LARS), and control systems engineered for reliable performance in harsh marine environments.

Structural & Mechanical Design
Specialized subsea tooling, engineered structures, and minerals support systems tailored to project-specific requirements.

Operational Expertise
Extensive experience in logistics coordination, vessel operations, and offshore safety management across global theaters.