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JANUARY • FEBRUARY 2011 VOLUME XXIII, NUMBER I

The official publication of the Association of Diving Contractors International

FEATURES 16 Simultaneous Dive and ROV Operations The Sixth Edition of the Consensus Standards Promotes Best Industry Practices 18 Waiting for Work It could be a lean year for the offshore ROV industry, but there is reason for optimism 24 2011 ROV/AUV Pictorial 55 Underwater Intervention 2011 71 Cutting the Cost of Hunting Shipwrecks

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DEPARTMENTS 10 Board of Directors ectors 12 President’s Message Bill Crowley

14 Executive Director’s rector’s Message Phil Newsum

24 ADCI Online Buyers’ Guide When looking for trusted suppliers and services, our members turn to the official Association of Diving Contractors International Online Buyers’ Guide. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the newly redesigned Online Buyers’ Guide allows members to find the products and services they need, quickly and easily.

Visit our Online Buyers’ Guide today at adci.officialbuyersguide.net.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS & OFFICERS

President Bill Crowley

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Tim Beaver Global Divers & Salvage General Member, BOD Executive Committee

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A MESSAGE FROM THE ADCI PRESIDENT ■ BILL CROWLEY

2011 AND TIME CONTINUES TO MOVE FORWARD We are busy preparing for Underwater Intervention 2011, which is just around the corner. Make plans to attend, meet some friends, find old friends or make new friends, all the while taking advantage of the opportunity to see and study the newest applied technology and equipment on display, including all the Technical Presentations we have lined up for you.

This month is the annual UnderWater magazine “ROV/AUV Pictorial Special.” ROV and AUV systems are highly sophisticated tools most people do not understand, take for granted or have a very limited grasp of how clever and complex these wonders of technology they actually are.

During this past year in the Gulf of Mexico, the world had an opportunity to see these technical marvels in action while they successfully responded to a catastrophic event. This was accomplished while the world was able to witness their actions taking place in “live time” at 5000 FSW (1525 MSW). It was a great visual adventure; all one had to do was go to a certain website, sit back, watch the monitor and be a true back seat driver. The cast was extensive: government oversight officials, subject matter experts, some not so subject matter experts, Hollywood film makers and, of course, the news media who consistently referred to the ‘underwater robots equipped with lasers and video cameras.” Every move was noted and open to criticism – the ultimate nightmare for an offshore hand, basically a project with a few million company men breathing down your neck!

Regardless, we watched as those teams rose to the occasion and did what they do best one mile below the surface of the ocean. I am honored to know a few of those who were involved in the operation and was impressed with the professional expertise, stamina and ultimate success. So, my hat is off to this facet of our great industry, a job well done.

Ok, now for a short narrative having to do with ROVs. They are the diver’s friend on many projects.

Many times in my career I have had the opportunity to work with these toys. Once we used a small version during a mixed gas operation in 270 fsw in 1985 off the coast of California. We were able to use satellite and sonar telemetry to track the diver and the ROV. In this way, when an item we had identified for recovery was located on the bottom, it was a simple matter of directing the diver to the item. Very efficient and cost effective in the dark while wandering around the bottom looking for objects.

On another operation during a salvage operation on the East coast of the USA, while conducting a survey, we utilized a dual purpose ROV, one that could be manned as a submersible and also operated from the surface. This project was enhanced by a speedy survey and assistance in a very dangerous situation.

Also, during a saturation operation when it was too rough to dive, I lost one. It became fouled; the weather picked up; the ship moved a little and we were very disappointed when the surface cable went slack.

I spent the next few minutes trying to figure out how I was going to explain what happed to the excitable owner who happened to be my boss. I think I started the conversation with, “Are you in a good mood? Are you sitting down?”

Please be safe and always do the right thing.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ■ PHIL NEWSUM

GIVEN THE FOCUS OF THIS edition of Underwater magazine, I hope that folks will take the opportunity to read the feature article, Simultaneous Dive and ROV Operations. When I first came into this industry there was a perception that ROV’s were a threat to divers with respect to future opportunities for underwater work. There was also the perception that it was not prudent to have ROV’s conducting operations simultaneously with divers. The thought there ranged from possible electrocution to the possible fouling and entanglement with the diver’s umbilical. There were also concerns that the ROV was being used to provide topside surveillance of the diver while he tried to perform his assigned task. No one wanted to be “Bird-dogged” for the entire length of their dive. Basically, with all of the negative perceptions that most divers had with regard to ROV’s, the stance was, “Keep that thing away from me.” Not understanding the possibilities for assisting the diver and not having much success with my very limited time operating an ROV, it was easy for me to buy into this flawed and negative mentality.

As a diver, I have come full circle with my outlook on ROV’s. With proper communication between ROV and Diving personnel, an underwater operation can actually be run with greater safety and efficiency. For example, recently in the Gulf of Mexico there have been reported near misses involving divers’ encounters with manta rays. The deployment of ROV’s has been instrumental in warding them out of the area, as well as providing confirmation that the area is safe for resumption of operations. Other examples include providing support to divers in the form of tool transport from topside, an additional power source for diver handheld tools, area surveys to assist the diver’s line of sight and visual monitoring of technical tasks to provide the diver with needed guidance.

These are only a few of the benefits that come with having an ROV operating in tandem with diving operations. As technology improves, I see ROV’s having greater thermo-imaging capabilities to assist divers in low to no visibility environments. I can think of a whole host of situations where I could have had performed my assigned tasks more safely and efficiently had I had the luxury of ROV. ROV’s are certainly a great tool for determining the extent of any potential Delta P hazards, as well as performing cold cutting tasks on downed platforms in areas where stored energy hazards exist.

I hope you enjoy this edition. I know my own personal interest in ROV’s has been heightened, more so after witnessing their contribution and role during the Deep Water Horizon Spill (well blowout).

We in the ADCI hope that you take an opportunity to look over our proposed Simultaneous Dive and ROV Operations sections in the 6th Edition draft of the Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving and Underwater Operations, which is currently up for public review. To access a copy of the draft go to either www.adc-int.org or www.underwatermagazine.com.

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Simultaneous Dive and ROV Operations The Sixth Edition of the Consensus Standards Promotes Best Industry Practices THE MANTRA OF THE ASSOCIATION of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) has always been Safety, Education and Communication, and nowhere is this more epitomized than in the Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving and Underwater Operations– the association’s publication of guidelines and recommendations that gives an overview of industry best practices. This document has been recognized by OSHA and the United States Coast Guard as “meeting or exceeding” United States federal regulations for commercial diving operations. Because the ADCI holds its entire membership accountable to adhere to the Consensus Standards, ADCI members are known the world over for their dedication to safe underwater operations.

At press time for this edition of UnderWater, the review and comments period for the Sixth Edition of the Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving and Underwater Operations is wrapping up. The association had provided this period as an opportunity for industry stakeholders to review the work produced by the publication’s advisory committee and to provide feedback and advice on further revision to this important document.

With the publication of the Sixth Edition on the horizon and the joint efforts of the ROV and commercial diving industries cooperating at Underwater Intervention in February 2011, it seems fitting to provide a brief overview of section 9.3 of the revised Consensus Standards. This section outlines proposed guidelines for simultaneous ROV and diving operations.

The number one goal of any dive operation must always be the safety of those involved. When carrying out simultaneous ROV/diving operations, communication between the ROV operator and diving supervisor becomes the most important factor in achieving this goal. In the Sixth Edition of the Consensus Standards, section 9 has been broken into two parts: Sections 9.1 – 9.2.6 focus on ROV operations as a standalone application. These sections cover all aspects of ROV operations and the different classes of ROV’s.

Section 9.3 covers ROV and diver operational procedures.

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executive director of ADCI, notes, “The addition of section 9.3 reflects the growing application of diver and ROV simultaneous operations — man and robot working together. Communication is key for things to run smoothly when diver and ROV are working in tandem.” Because the types of operations discussed in section 9.3 involve disparate teams, using high-tech and sometimes hazardous equipment, open lines of communication for all involved becomes essential, not only for the success of a given operation, but for the safety of those topside and below.

The presence of both “man and robot” during subsea operations requires supplemental planning. As such, the pre-, during and post-dive procedures covered in the subsections of section 9.3 deal with provisions that should be considered “in addition” to normal operational preparation for both the ROV and dive teams.

Before subsea operations, the Sixth Edition instructs that an orientation on the ROV must be provided for dive supervisors and divers. The location of thrusters, diver toolbox, manipulator arms and tether should be noted by the dive team. Divers must also be aware of camera placement, as this will familiarize them with the ROV pilot’s perspective in relation to the operation.

Also discussed in the pre-dive section are procedures for mounting diver toolboxes and securing lanyards and pneumo hoses when in the proximity of the ROV. [1] When underwater, communication between the ROV and dive teams becomes all the more important. Before approaching the diver, the ROV operator must inform the dive supervisor of this intent. The slow and deliberate approach of the ROV is essential to maintain the diver’s safety. The same is so when a diver plans to approach the ROV. In this case, the dive supervisor should notify the ROV operator in order to halt all movement. [2] Obviously, simultaneous dive and ROV operations bring with them the complexity of dealing with and accounting for multiple tethers, umbilicals swim lines lanyards and pneumo hoses. Diver entanglement and thruster fouling are ever present hazards during these operations, and the Sixth Edition covers the best practices for ensuring a safe dive in a multiple line situation.

Being in a no- or low-visibility situation also complicates safety during a simultaneous ROV and dive operation. Again,

this is a case where open communication lines contribute to the overall success and safety of the operation. The Sixth Edition instructs both the ROV and dive teams how to handle such situations, and provides guidelines for both the diver and ROV operator on no-visibility proximity issues. [3] ROV and diver intervention is an area where the importance of communication is evident. The Sixth Edition outlines the necessity of clear language when referring to various facets of an operation. The Sixth Edition states, “During multi-ROV/multiDiver operations, the ROV should answer to the designated call sign of that system, (i.e. XL19, XL16, Quest, etc). No generic ‘ROV’ communication should be used over radio. Dive teams should be referred to as designated teams, (i.e. shallow team, deep team, manifold team, etc.).” Clear references to which ROVs and which dive teams are entering and exiting the field of operation lends to the overall safety of the operation. [4] Implicit throughout guidelines for simultaneous ROV/dive operations proposed in the Sixth Edition is the notion that there cannot be too much communication pre-, during and post-dive.

Effective and targeted communication is important not only between the ROV and dive teams, but also should include the surface navigation survey crew, client representative and vessel captain.

The Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive, step-by-step break down of pre- and post-dive procedures, beginning with a general survey of sea conditions and inspection of equipment and communication lines, and ending with a breakdown of postdive inspections for wear and damage to equipment. [5] Because of the complexity of safely deploying multiple ROVs into the field of operation, the Sixth Edition dedicates an entire section addressing the personnel and equipment safety-related issues associated with deploying the ROV systems. [6] In addition, the recovery of the ROV is covered extensively in a subsequent section. Launch and recovery systems (LARs) and general guidelines outlining the best and safest practices in recovering the ROV are discussed in detail. [7] Documentation and data gathering are important aspects of ROV operations, and the ADCI has included a subsection of

recommended guidelines that outline relevant procedures. These include recommendations on video equipment and the “Black Box” recorder. [8] Recommended guidelines for emergency recovery procedures culminate section 9.3 of the Sixth Edition. The document is quick to point out that “This is only a reference document, and all decisions concerning ROV equipment and ROV personnel will be made by the ROV Supervisor on site.” The introduction to this section goes on to state, “For individual system procedures please refer to that system’s Emergency Recovery Procedures. Various determining factors will include, but not be limited to weather conditions, sea state, current conditions, navigation, vehicle status and vessel status. A Pre-job meeting will be held with the ROV crew, vessel personnel, and client representatives. All pertinent personnel arriving after the beginning of job shall also be briefed.

In case of one or more of the following events occurring, the primary consideration is and shall always be personnel safety.” [9] Indeed, the Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving and Underwater Operations was constructed for the very purpose of instilling a culture of safety into the commercial diving industry.

The Sixth Edition does well to carry on this tradition. Section 9.3, covering simultaneous ROV and dive operations, seems to embody the intent of the entire document. That is, it conveys the message that with effective education and communication comes safe and effective practice.

[1] Draft of the Sixth Edition of the Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving and Underwater Operations, Section 9.3.3.1.

[2] Ibid. Section 9.3.3.2 [3] Ibid. Section 9.3.3.2 [4] Ibid. Section 9.3.3.3 [5] Ibid. Sections 9.3.4 and 9.3.5 [6] Ibid. Section 9.3.6 [7] Ibid. Section 9.3.6.1 [8] Ibid. Section 9.3.6.2 [9] Ibid. Section 9.3.7 www.adc-int.org ■ www.underwatermagazine.com

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Waiting for Work It could be a lean year for the offshore ROV industry, but there is reason for optimism Image courtesy SMD

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in environments with limited visibility, but when Drew Michel looks into the future of the offshore ROV industry, the picture is relatively clear. Industry stakeholders likely are in for a rough year, largely due to the recently lifted federal moratorium on deepwater drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. But if they can weather the storm, the future looks bright.

The moratorium, put in place following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf last April, was lifted in October. But

Michel, the chairman of the ROV Committee for the Columbia, Md.-based Marine Technology Society, said that didn’t mean that workers in the offshore ROV industry were able to get back to work immediately.

The moratorium forced oil companies to put projects on hold, and with the possibility of more stringent regulations on the horizon, the industry is struggling to regain its momentum.

“The problem with the moratorium is that things got turned off, and it’s not like we can just turn them right back on again,”

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The increased demand for energy in China and India will lead to an increased demand for ROVs and skilled pilots and support staff.

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Michel said. “Once it gets turned off, it takes a while to crank projects up again. And on top of that, people are uncertain as to what the new requirements are going to be. People are still trying to decide what they need to go to work. Will the regulations remain the same, or will they change? There might be other regulations to come.

“As you can imagine, if you’re investing in new projects worth hundreds of millions of dollars, you’re going to be very reluctant to finalize your design work and go forward until you’re sure what the regulations are going to be. And unfortunately, that leaves the ROV companies on hold until that happens.”

Michel’s sentiments were echoed by American Petroleum Institute President and CEO Jack Gerard, who issued a statement

applauding the lifting of the moratorium in October but urged the federal government to take swift action in approving permits.

“Without additional resources and a serious commitment by the government to process and approve permits and other requirements expeditiously, the moratorium will give way to a de facto moratorium, which will continue to cripple the already hard-hit Gulf region and cost more than 175,000 American jobs a year,” Gerard said. “Regulators need to quickly put in place a system that allows companies that show their compliance with new standards to resume operations immediately.”

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intervention capability the new regulations will require on its blowout preventer.

“The first thing you have to do before you file a permit is find out what the new regulations mean, and then you have to actually go to the manufacturers of blowout preventers and the ROV interface panels and those kinds of things and get that work done, and then you have to implement it, and then you have to go and file for your permit, and all of this takes months, not weeks,” Michel said.

In the meantime, ROV pilots and their supporting staff members, like workers in virtually every sector of the economy, are hurting.

“A lot of the ROVs, even those that are already on drill rigs, are just idle,” Michel said. “The crews are on land, and the ROVs are just sitting there, waiting for somebody to come back and turn them on again. A lot of the guys on the big ROV work boats are really hurting. I’m getting calls from friends who are looking for work, so in the short term, things are looking pretty grim.”

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Though Michel said it will be some time before business picks up in the offshore ROV industry, some industry stakeholders say 2011 should at least be better than 2010. Jim McFarlane, the president of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia-based International Submarine Engineering Ltd., which manufactures ROVs, is one such optimist. He said that with worldwide demand for energy on the rise, his company is expecting to see an improved market in 2011.

“We expect an increase this year,” McFarlane said. “The level of activity around the world is increasing. The use of petroleum is increasing, and I don’t think that’s going to go away. In China and India, the number of motor vehicles coming onto the road is just absolutely staggering, and the use of petroleum products is increasing exponentially. The energy consumption worldwide wasn’t greatly slowed down by the recession.”

Michel concurred, saying that the economic growth in countries such as China and India has led to an increased demand for energy, and oil companies will respond by green-lighting

additional oil-exploration projects. That in turn leads to an increase demand for ROVs and skilled pilots and support staff.

“In China and India, the potential for new customers for petroleum products is absolutely incredible,” Michel said.

“They’re just emerging, really. The boom in Asia, that incredible demand that’s coming for petroleum products, affects the price of oil. With each project that’s undertaken offshore, the decision to put in a great, big facility is based on what the value of oil is going to be in the future, and when people look at the emerging demand in Asia, they say, ‘Oil is going to be up,’ and they go ahead with the project.”

Michel said that in the long term, things look very good for the offshore ROV industry.

“I’m hearing from engineering companies and from major oil companies that they have a lot of projects in the works, but it’s going to take some time. For the short term, we’re in trouble, but the future looks bright for those who can hang on.

Long term probably means three to five years out because it takes that long for these big projects to go through all the engineering phases.

“If you’re an engineering company or one of the on-shore fabrication companies, you’re in great shape. The project is going forward, and you have plenty of work to do right now.

But if you’re the guy who’s actually going to go offshore and install the equipment and the ROV company that’s going to support those contractors who do the facilities installation and the pipeline installation work, you’re looking at three years before the project actually reaches that phase.”

Michel said the push for more environmentally friendly, renewable energy sources, such as offshore windmills, also could lead to increased demand for ROVs. The Los Angeles Times reported in October that Google, in its effort to become carbon neutral despite high electricity use by its massive data centers, had a 37.5 percent interest in a $5 billion offshore wind-power project. The plan calls for laying undersea cables to connect offshore windmills along 350 miles of coastline from Virginia to New Jersey, with the goal of providing enough wind energy to power about 2 million households. The project will employ offshore power hubs that collect power from wind farms and deliver it to electrical transmission systems on land using undersea cables.

Underwater construction projects such as that one could give a boost to the offshore ROV industry, but Michel said those projects will be few and far between for the foreseeable future.

“I think there will be some ROV use in the renewable-energy market, but it will be a fraction of what it is in the offshore oil industry,” Michel said. “I think it will pick up some, but it will still be minor percentage of what the offshore oil industry is.

A lot of these renewable-energy projects are in shallow-water, close-to-shore markets, so you’re going to be using more divers than ROVs. And it’s not going to be that broad of a market – not for a long time.”

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we are notifying offshore operators of their legal responsibility to decommission and dismantle their facilities when production is completed,” Salazar said in a statement. “We have placed the industry on notice that they will be held to the highest standards of planning and operations in developing leases, and (this) notice reiterates that mandate.”

Federal regulations require companies to decommission idle iron facilities – wells, platforms and pipelines that are no longer producing or serving exploration or support functions related to the companies’ leases. The process involves plugging wells and dismantling and removing platform structures and pipelines no later than one year following the expiration of the lease.

Citing industry experts, the Houston Chronicle reported in October that dismantling all these idle iron facilities could cost as much as $3 billion, and the offshore diving and ROV industries would get a piece of the pie.

“It’s essentially just junk iron that’s out there in the water,” Michel said. “It’s always been the case that the oil companies are supposed to remove this stuff after a certain period of time, but they often filed for and got variances and have left a lot of it out there. Now the government has said, ‘Enough of the delay.

You’ve got to get this stuff out of the water now.’ If they really enforce that, and that’s a big if, then that should cause a big surge in both diving and ROV work.”

Michel said there also could be an increase in ROV and diving work due to more stringent inspection requirements on existing platforms and pipelines as a result of the Deepwater Horizon spill.

But before the offshore ROV industry can reap the benefits of this additional work, it will have to get through what Michel predicts will be a lean year.

“The short term looks pretty grim, the long term looks good, and the companies that are very well situated and not overly leveraged are going to fare well,” Michel said. “The companies that are highly leveraged and have the possibility of short-term cash-flow problems are probably not going to do very well.”

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ATLAS MARIDAN APS AP SeaWolf The SeaWolf AUV is a specialized system for high resolution surveying in the littoral zone. The SeaWolf platform provides stability under turbulent conditions. The system carries that same navigation kernel as the SeaOtter, but with different input sensors.

One of the key features of the SeaWolf is its ability to hover in the water column. Hovering can be conducted for an extended period of time to provide amble time to conduct marine scientific measurements. The SeaWolf AUV is suited for marine survey applications where transit, survey and return are conducted quickly and accurately.

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SeaOtter MK II The SeaOtter Mk II vehicle is a class III general-purpose vehicle for area and line surveys.

The SeaOtter Mk II is built on the legacy of the SeaOtter Mk I vehicle, which remains in operation around the world. The SeaOtter is characterized by the flexibility of the design, which allows virtually any payload component to be connected to the system. Furthermore, the SeaOtter is equipped with a navigation solution centered on Atlas Maridan’s AINS kernel. Depending on the requirements to the survey application the AUV is able to integrate LBL, USBL and SLBL updates as well as active use of payload data for navigation.

A unique feature of the Atlas Maridan AUVs is their ability to hover. The AUVs will remain dynamically positioned while making high resolution mosaics with digital stills camera. This opens new possibilities for fauna counts and detailed imagery of structures and elements on the seabed.

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SNK’s 150HP HYSUB ROV during sea trials.

SNK ROV trials and training off ISE’s research vessel.

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GMGS ROV Named “Sea Lion,” the ROV is an ISE HYSUB 130HP. Sea Lion was the first ROV for Guangzhou Marine Geology Survey (GMGS), a division of China’s Ministry of Land and Resources. It has a depth rating of 4,000 meters, suitable for reaching the depths required q for the mineral exploration p the vehicle is designed to perform.

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Structure: 6061-T6 aluminum with 316 stainless steel fixtures Flotation: Syntactic foam Depth capability: 5,000 meters Propulsion: Electro-hydraulic (75 electric HP, 6 hydraulic thrusters) Power Requirements: 440 VAC, 3-phase, 60 Hz, 350 Amp Control: ISE Advanced Telemetry Control System Cameras: Super HARP, Colour CCD, B/W fore and aft Sonar: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech (675 kHz and 330 kHz) Lights: 5 x 400 Watt HMI; 1 x 250 Watt Halogen Manipulators: 2 x 7 function Spatially Correspondent (SC) Magnum Manipulators

The HYSUB 40 has been used primarily for drilling support and oceanographic research. Typical tasks include visual inspection, cleaning sand and mud cuttings build-up, debris clearance, sediment coring, rock coring, biological specimen collection, subsea network placement, geological sample collection, in-situ clathrate experiments, jetting and brushing operations, wall thickness measurements in flow line and valves, cp measurement, anode installation, transponder change out, jetting and brushing operations, guideline change out, bolt torsioning, cable cutting, testing or electro-hydraulic pod functions, guidepost replacement, ax/vx ring replacement 2133 m (7000 feet), intervention developments.

CSSF ROPOS The HYSUB 5000 is the deepest diving ROV ISE has built. So far, three systems have been delivered. They are based on the HYSUB 40 with components modified for operation to 5000m (16,400ft). The vehicle is deployed in a cage. The steel armoured umbilical contains single mode optical fibres for all video, sonar, instrumentation and data signals.

A version of the HYSUB 5000 vehicle/cage system, ROPOS, has been used primarily for oceanographic research. This vehicle has different configurations, depending on the task being performed. In deep water operations, the 30 HP vehicle can dive to 5000 meter depths. At depth, the vehicle operates independent of the 10 HP cage up to 300 meters of flying tether. In shallow water mode, the vehicle operates as a 40 HP vehicle, independent of the cage, down to depths of 350 meters.

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A Division of Subsea 7

i-Tech’s Centurion QX system launched with a telescopic A-frame from client supplied vessel. Right.

New Torque Tool Class 1-4 developed in-house by i-Tech’s engineers is tested in our test tank facility lity in Aberdeen, UK. The Torque Tool can be either manipulator (as in the picture) or skid deployed.

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The Quantum heavy work-class ROV has been designed to cope with undertaking powerintensive tasks in ultra-deepwater and high current conditions with ease.

i-Tech’s simulators can now deliver desktop field layout, real time stress analysis, engineering reviews, procedural reviews, mission rehearsals and pilot training on equipment or vehicles before they are even built. Right. Centurion QX ROV general arrangement onboard semisubmersible rig, with over the side launch from cantilevered platform, typical in this sort of installation.

i-Tech’s Centurion QX deployed with the guide rail heavy weather launch system over the side of a drillship.

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Canadian Ed Burtt uses his JW Fishers SeaOtter ROV in the icy waters of the Great Lakes to explore shipwreck sites.

Fall River, MA Harbor Patrol use their new JW Fishers SeaLion-2 ROV equipped with scanning sonar for homeland security operations and to assist the city’s police department in search and recovery operations.

Members of the unit recently completed a training course at Fishers factory.

KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) in Saudi Arabia is one of several universities that have purchased JW Fishers ROVs for their marine science program. Capt.

Ahmed Shaker, head of the university’s marine services department, came to Fishers factory for a demonstration of the equipment.

Environmental services company Clean Harbors use their JW Fishers SeaOtter ROV for inspection of oil storage facilities and power plants.

MV Atlantic Exposure, a company offering sightseeing excursions of the Maine coast, use their JW Fishers SeaOtter ROV to show guests what also lies beneath the area’s beautiful ocean waters. www.adc-int.org ■ www.underwatermagazine.com

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KONGSBERG MARITIME Hugin 4500 AUV The HUGIN 4500 is today operating as Surveyor III for C&C Technologies, gies based in Lafayette USA. USA The vehicle is depth rated to 4500 meter. Inset. HUGIN 4500 AUV ready for launch.

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REMUS 6000 AUV in its launch and recovery system.

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Inset. Millennium(r) ROV system with 4,000 meter depth capabilities shown in the Gulf of Mexico with the system’s Heavy Weather Deployment System (HWDS) as installed on a deepwater drillship. Photo Credit: Oceaneering. Above. An Oceaneering ROV launch system A-frame suspended during installation operations on a deepwater drilling vessel. The 45’ long x 22’ wide system is 30’ in height, but appears small in the industrial international harbor setting. Photo credit: Andrew Sunley.

DTS ROV Skid for BOP Intervention and is fit for any ROV of Opportunity to perform function testing as well as emergency override of BOP functions.

Millennium(r) Plus ROV with DTS 3-function skid used for tree orientation, injection and pressure testing. The ROV and skid are shown in the Heavy Weather Deployment System (HWDS).

Below. Magnum(r) Plus ROV thruster, the end propulsion component, one of 6 on the caged ROV vehicle used for drill support operations.

ROV Jumper installation at depths greater than 5,000 fsw. One ROV takes high quality photos while the second performs the installation work.

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ROV / AUV SAAB SEAEYE LTD SAAB’s SEAEYE COUGAR-XTi The Cougar-XTi has been developed to address the industry’s need for a 3000m observation ROV, capable of providing ‘self-help’ and light work capabilities. The system is based on the proven 2000m rated Cougar-XT, but with a new distributed intelligence control system, ICON, and a high frequency power supply system developed for deep water operations. These new systems have been developed and used in Saab Underwater System’s military ROV systems.

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Quasar Workclass ROV Quantum Workclass ROV The Quantum from SMD uses knowledge gained from building the worlds most powerful trenching ROVs to offer a Construction Class vehicle designed for those seeking an ultra stable platform capable of operating in high current conditions. Designed to cope with power intensive deepwater tasks, Quantum is the ultimate subsea construction and survey tool.

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The Quasar from SMD is for those who wish to have the current holding capability and instrument interfaces of Quantum but in a smaller more agile package. Quasar is an excellent allround performer capable of survey, construction and drill support operations.

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SMD Heavy Duty Flexibles Plough Based on the proven HD3 plough, the HD flexibles plough provides a high performance trenching solution for large diameter flexible umbilicals.

Using patented technology, the plough is designed to minimise pull force requirements and provide effective trenching capability up to 3m depth. The he diverless loading system allows post lay burial in deepwater. Coupled with a tow winch, umbilical and LARS system, SMD are able to supply a turnkey flexibles burial solution.

Q-TRENCHER 600 The Q-Trencher 600 ROV provides high power trenching capability for the burial of cables, umbilical and small diameter pipes up to 3m deep. The ROV uses variable high flow jetting to optimize the trenching to suit the conditions. It can also deploy a rear eductor to enhance burial of large diameter product. Using a forward jet tool it can maneuver to bury tight loops. Its high thrust enables rapid post lay survey. It can also be fitted with a suite of tools for maintenance operations. SMD offer a turnkey, integrated solution including SMD designed high sea state LARS and umbilical system.

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The cast of the SyFy Channel television series Destination Truth prepare the VideoRay Pro 4 HD ROV System for a night dive in search of a fabled Canadian Lake Monster. Photo Credit: Ping Pong Productions

A Broward County Sheriff Diver deploys the VideoRay Pro 4 ROV with a BlueView P900-130 Multibeam Sonar for a routine ship hull inspection. Photo Credit: Steve Van Meter

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UNDERWATER INTERVENTION

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UNDERWATER INTERVENTION IS THE COMBINED annual conference of the Association of Diving Contractors International and The Marine Technology Society’s ROV Committee.

In 1993, Underwater Intervention was introduced as the combination of the ROV Intervention Conference and The ADCI Diving Symposium. The success of those early years has continued with Underwater Intervention growing annually into the world’s premiere event for Remotely Operated Vehicles, Commercial Diving Contractors, Manned Submersibles, and all other aspects of the Underwater Operations Industry.

Our most recent conference and exhibition, held in New Orleans Feb. 9 - 11, 2010, saw record growth in exhibiting companies. Our technical program had a strong offering, and our attendance was healthy. In a business climate where companies are cutting back and travel budgets are tight, our numbers prove that Underwater Intervention is highly valued as an event that cannot be missed.

Underwater Intervention’s sponsoring organizations are non-profit, membership supported professional organizations. By supporting Underwater Intervention, you are supporting and giving back to the industries and communities represented at Underwater Intervention. Proceeds from the annual conference go back into member driven programs that support education and training, provide scholarships, and support safety initiatives throughout the underwater operations industries.

The UI 2011 Committee Drew Michel Chairman, MTS ROV Committee Co-Chairman, UI Bill Crowley President, ADCI Co-Chairman, UI Rebecca Roberts Conference Director Kevin Hardy Scripp’s Institute Technical Program Committee Co-Chairman Steve Struble Aqueos Subsea Technical Program Committee Co-Chairman Commercial Diving Track Leader Will Kohnen SeaMagine Technical Program Committee Manned Vehicles Track Leader Helmut Portmann NOAA Technical Program Committee Member Cables and Connectors Track Leader Scott Bentley VideoRay Technical Program Committee Member Mini ROV Track Leader

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UI 2011 Jack Rowley SAIC Technical Program Committee Member Moorings Track Leader Barbara Fletcher Space & Naval Warfare Systems Center San Diego Technical Program Committee Member

UI is pleased to welcome these exhibitors to this year’s show: *Space is still available. If you don’t see your company name or you see a competitor’s company name, get on board at www.underwaterintervention.com.

Landry Bernard NOAA Technical Program Committee Member Sean Newsome Seabotix Technical Program Committee Member Brian Luzzi VideoRay Technical Program Committee Member

Industry Sectors Represented at Underwater Intervention Commercial Diving Marine Construction Bridges and Dams Contaminated Water Diving Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Remotely Operated Vehicles Manned Submersibles Training and New Technologies Shipwreck Exploration Sonar and AUV Survey Ocean Mining Underwater Operations Nuclear and Hydro Energy Offshore Oil and Gas Acoustics Marine Salvage Regulations and Safety

Exhibitors as of December 3, 2010 Company Name and Booth Number ABTEL Universal Technology, Inc. 624 AC Plus Marine, Inc. 735 Airgas Gas and Equipment 109 AK Industries 717 American Inshore Divers, Inc. 536 Amron International 122 Analox Sensor Technology Ltd 714 Aqua Lung America 736 Aqua-Air Industries, Inc. 207 Aqua-Tech Services 740, 742 Aqueos 439 ARC Controls, Inc. 127 Association of Diving Contractors International 835 Atlas Maridan ApS 715 Bauer Compressors 326 Bay-Tech Rentals 509 Birns, Inc. 709 BlueView Technologies 816 Bokam Engineering, Inc. 728 Bozeman Distributors 738 Broco, Inc. 801 Cal-Dive International 219 Cavidyne 409 CDL, Inc. 435 Cetix Group 639 Cinedeck 830 Coda Octopus Products, Inc. 640 Commercial Diving Supply 126 Corrosion Control 235 CS Unitec, Inc. 743 Custom Crete - A Division of The Quikrete Companies 823 Cygnus Instruments 534 DECA Diving 106 Deep Ocean Engineering 737

DeepSea Power and Light 723 Deepsea Resource Exploration Tools Program 831 Deltawave 318 Denso 517 Dive Lab, Inc. 104 Divers Alert Network 434 Divers Supply 701 Divex 828, 729 Diving Unlimited International 335 Drass 436 DYNACON 501 Edgetech and ORE Offshore 307 Epic Diving and Marine 812 Falmat 613 Fisk Marine Insurance International, LLC 136 Five Star Marine, Inc. 237 Flange Skillets International, Inc. 539 Fox Industries, Inc. 537 Fugro Chance Inc. 634 G and M Rentals 225 G2000SS, Inc. 538 Gary Herman/Alpha Rentals 338 Global Diving and Salvage 711 Global Dynamix, Inc. 441 Global Marine Systems 336 Greg`s Marine Construction 138 Gulf Engine and Equipment, Inc. 730 HAPCO, Inc. 239 Hawkes Remotes, Inc 636 Historical Diving Society 836 Hydrolinx Communications Inc. 819 Hylok USA 130 Hyperbaric Technology Oceanwide SAS 339 Innerspace 527

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International Ocean Systems and Underwater Contractor International 124 International Special Risks 803 Inuktun 625 iRobot Corporation, Maritime 829 J W Fishers 523 Jack Vilas Associates 300 Javeler 227 Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet 139 John W Fisk 626 K B Associates 437 Kirby Morgan Dive Systems, Inc. 100 Kongsberg 401 Linden Photonics, Inc. 540 LinkQuest, Inc. 807 Lyyn AB 305 Marine Sonic Technology 341 Marine Technology Reporter 114 Marine Technology Society 617 MATE Center 619 Moog/Focal Technologies 208 Morgan City Rentals 213 National Tool Leasing 210 no associated booth 727 Northern Diver International Ltd. 739 NSW 334 Nuvair 515 Ocean News and Technology 700 Ocean Reef 810 Ocean Technology Systems 623 Oceaneering International, Inc. 404 OceanServer Technology, Inc. 541 Offshore Source 702 Outland Technology 705 PAC Stainless 228 Patriot 3 731 PMI Industries 726 Polymer Corporation 112 Praxair, Inc. 638 Princetel 805 Proserv Offshore 232 Ranger Offshore Inc. 616 Redfish Rentals 535 Remote Ocean Systems 607 Rotech Subsea 824 ROVSCO 406, 406 Royal Purple 226 Seabotix 601 SeaCon Brantner 809 Seamar Divers International 442 Seamor Marine 337 Seatrepid 627 Seatronics 322 SeeByte 827 Shark Marine 815

Accommodations Marriott New Orleans Convention Center Headquarters Hotel 859 Convention Center Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70130 P1: 1-504-613-2888 P2: 1-800-Marriott Rate: $170.00 per night - Be certain to mention Underwater Intervention

SI TECH 821 Sidus Solutions 633 Sonardyne 722 Sound Metric 706 Sound Ocean Systems 320 South Bay Cable 724 Southwest Research Institute 631 Stanley Hydraulic Tools 833 Steffen 712 SUBCONN, Inc. 841 Submersible Systems, Inc. 137 Subsalve 201, 201 Subsea Technologies 309 TECNADYNE 130A Teledyne 641, 643 Tetis Group 108 The Cortland Companies 223 Think Sensor Research Inc. 725 Trelleborg Offshore US, Inc. 622 Trelleborg Viking 615 Triton Group 101 ULO Systems LLC (USA) 115 Umbilicals International 716 Underwater Technology Services (S) Pte Ltd 123 Underwatertools.net 741 Unique System, L.L.C. 116 Veolia ES Special Services, Inc. 131 VideoRay LLC 402, 400, 303, 301 Wachs Subsea 132, 134 White`s Manufacturing 637

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The Turner Designs C3 is specified by the US Coast Guard in the SMART protocol for detecting the presence of oil. The C3 Submersible Fluorometer is designed to incorporate up to three optical sensors, temperature and depth. Sensors can be selected to detect Crude Oil, Refined Fuels, CDOM, in vivo Chlorophyll a, blue green algae, rhodamine WT dye, fluorescein dye, and optical brighteners. Turbidity sensors are also available.

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newGear NEW BIRNS MILLENNIUM™ STANDARD HYBRID ELECTROOPTICAL CONNECTORS AVAILABLE Two New Standard Pin Configurations Set a Benchmark for Elevated Bandwidth Delivery BIRNS, Inc., global leader in the design and manufacturing of high performance connectors, penetrators, custom cable assemblies and lights for the subsea technology market, now offers two standard hybrid pin configurations for electro-optical hybrid connectors: the BIRNS Millennium™ 3T and 3O. The versatile new options in the acclaimed BIRNS Millennium connector series provide high performance, technologically advanced solutions to deliver maximum data and power for extreme depth applications.

The BIRNS Millennium 3T can handle both high voltage (≤ 3.6Kv) and low voltage (≤600v) conductors—users can specify a wide range of configurations with up to 31 electrical wires and up to 10 optical fibers. The BIRNS Millennium 3O has a single optical fiber, with the capability of handling up to 10 electrical wires. Both unique standard hybrids are available in single or multi-mode, and provide incredibly low data loss—typical loss recorded for a cable assembly of the series is <1dB, in accordance with ANSI/TIA/EIA-455 for fiber optic return loss test procedures.

“In the last decade, BIRNS has been leading the industry with electrical, fiber optic and hybrid connector innovations. Creating a standard hybrid series is the next logical evolution of the way we continue to shape this new technology,” says Eric Birns, President and CEO. “By offering these two standard solutions which can be customized to fit a wide range of pin configurations, we can provide versatility and performance, along with short lead times, that are unparalleled in the industry—and perfect for the majority of our customers’ specific needs.”

Like all members of the BIRNS Millennium series, the new standard hybrid options are tested to withstand high open face pressure and are rated to 6000m. They provide elevated contact density with 50 microns of hard gold contact plating, and have standard exclusive BIRNS features like dual self-guiding stainless steel keys and keyways for positive indexing. Plus, they are engineered with a 15° molded internal o-ring lead-in chamfer specially angled to ensure the dual o-rings’ longevity and reliability. Each insert’s solder pots are scalloped and face out from center for ease of wiring access.

Additionally, the series’ solder pots are insulated with GRE part way up the shaft and after termination, heat shrink tubing is placed over the entire conductive area for a completely insulated termination, which prevents electrical interference between pins.

The new BIRNS Millennium standard hybrid electro-optical hybrid series can be made with special mounting configurations that can be designed to conform to MIL-C-24217/4-005 specs, to provide a seamless upgrade option for legacy equipment. For creating complete cable assembly systems, all of BIRNS’ expert electrical technicians are Certified IPC Specialists per J-STD001, and BIRNS’ optical technicians are ETA-I certified.

About BIRNS, Inc., Founded in 1954, BIRNS, Inc. is an ISO 9001:2008 certified global leader in the design and manufacturing of high performance lighting and connector systems for deep ocean, marine, military and nuclear power applications. For more information, contact: BIRNS Inc. 1720 Fiske Place, Oxnard, CA, 93033 Phone: 805-487-5393 ∙ US Toll Free 1-888-BIRNS-88 Fax: 805-487-0427 ∙ www.birns.com.

NUVAIR’S HIGH PRESSURE COMPRESSOR FRAME PACKAGES FOR THE COMMERCIAL DIVING MARKET Oxnard, Ca November 3 – Nuvair started shipping two new 9.4 CFM High Pressure compressor frame packages for the commercial diving market today.

Our improved MinTech MCH16 diesel packages now feature upgraded vibration isolation mounts and a 50% increase in Aluminum frame diameter. In addition we now offer lifting eyes as an option for loading and unloading the compressors on the job site. The MCH 16 is a 9.4 CFM compressor packaged with your choice of a diesel engine, gas engine or electric motor in a compact aluminum frame that is designed for portability and durability.

For more information on Nuvair’s complete line of compressors and Nitrox systems go to www.nuvair.com.

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newGear BOWTECH CAN TAKE THE STRAIN C ont i nued development i n t he Termination and Moulding Facility at Bowtech Products sees the team produce their first Strain Termination.

By listening to the customer’s needs, Bowtech has engineered a solution to the specif ic customer requirement, undertaking the entire project; customdesign, machining, termination and moulding, all in-house.

The project involved termination of the cable at one end with a polyurethane over-mould to a stainless steel lifting eye, with a subsea electrical connection. The cable incorporated Vectran® fibre braid, which is weight for weight five times stronger than steel and ten times stronger than aluminum, to transfer the load to the lifting eye.

The 12.5mm diameter cable and over-mould strain termination were successfully tested to 5kN (509.9 kg) as the minimum breaking load rating of the cable. Bowtech have previously

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supplied strain terminations tested up to 3000kg.

If you would like more information about this product, or to find out if Bowtech can engineer a solution to your requirement, please contact: Mike Winstanley, Bowtech Products Ltd. Howe Moss Crescent Kirkhill Industrial Estate Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0GN T: +44 (0)1224 772345 E: Bowtech@bowtech.co.uk W: www.bowtech.co.uk Bow tech Products Ltd have been designing, manufacturing and supplying market leading products to the subsea ROV, AUV, Military, Nuclear and Leisure markets for over 20 years. From patentable designs through to unique manufacturing techniques, our Underwater Cameras, Video Systems and Lights operate in harsh environments, hazardous areas and underwater, to any ocean depth. Through our appointed global

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ROS INTRODUCES MANTIS HD Hig h D e f init i o n C o l o r Z o o m Camera Remote Ocean Systems has introduced the MANTIS HD, a color zoom camera that provides high definition video in true 1080i resolution for near or far underwater inspection and monitoring.

The MANTIS HD has a 10:1 optical zoom lens (12x digital), a wide 86 degree diagonal field of view underwater, tele-macro capabilities and auto focus for flawless viewing without additional focal adjustments. The MANTIS HD outputs in HD-SDI format.

Depth rated to 4000 meters (13,000 feet), the MANTIS HD allows the user to remotely control all of the camera’s many options via RS-485. This new camera is designed to be mounted to a fixed surface or as an integral part of a lighting and positioning system.

For more informat ion on t he MANTIS HD Color Zoom Camera contact Remote Ocean Systems – 858-565-8500, Email: sales@rosys.com or visit: www.rosys.com.

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NEARLY 100 YEARS AFTER THE three-masted schooner, the Hattie Wells, sank in Lake Michigan during heavy weather, it has been filmed by the most advanced ROV of its kind in the world.

A key element of the mission undertaken by a team of marine archaeologists has been to prove the value of using an ROV to document shipwrecks in America’s Great Lakes, says Dr Mark Gleason, chief marine scientist and director of education at Great Lakes Naval Memorial and Museum (GLNMM).

By turning to specialist ROV operator, Seaview Systems, they were able to cut the cost usually associated with launching an ROV from a large support vessel by using the compact but highly sophisticated deep-rated Saab Seaeye Falcon DR ROV. Matthew Cook of Seaview Systems explains that marine archaeology requires the collection of high quality video, still images and environmental and position data of a shipwreck in order to capture the full historical significance of the site.

He sees an ROV as representing a very efficient means of collecting this information in a wide range of water depths.

“One of the larger expenses in a research project,” says Matthew Cook, “is the support vessel from which ROV operations are conducted. Since 2006 we have been leveraging the benefits of the compact fiber optic Falcon DR which can dive to 1000m from relatively inexpensive vessels of opportunity, in order to explore a range of historic shipwrecks, corals and other benthic habitats. www.adc-int.org ■ www.underwatermagazine.com

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shipwrecks “The fiber optic Seaeye Falcon DR represents an ideal balance of capability and ease of mobilization in a small, powerful and stable package. By deploying from a relatively inexpensive vessel of opportunity, project budget is conserved allowing for a longer, more detailed campaign. Running a wide bandwidth fiber optic system means the vehicle is able to support a host of sensors and cameras normally only found on larger vehicles.”

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The Hattie Wells project that has included archival research, sidescan survey and ROV dive operations, has brought together representatives from government, private business and educational non-profits. In addition to the GLNMM, these included the Michigan Shipwreck Research Associates (MSRA), Nat iona l Ma r i ne a nd Under water Agency (NUMA) sponsored by author Clive Cussler, National Oceanic and

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Atmospheric Authority (NOAA), and SeaView Systems, Inc. Built in 1867 the Hattie Wells was originally a 135 ft three-masted schooner, later lengthened by 30 ft and the rigging removed.

Over the years she courted disaster on a number of occasions including collision, grounding and a lightning strike.

After grounding in 1892 she was given up for lost but was later salvaged as a wreck and towed back to Detroit for refit. Once again af loat, she continued in service, later as a barge.

In November 1912, whilst hauling timber, she hit heavy weather and took in water. Shifting cargo smashed the pilot house containing the donkey engine which powered the bilge pumps. With the only means of removing water gone, the vessel was doomed to sink and so the towing tug cut the hawser and rescued all five hands on board.

The Falcon DR has a world-wide following with over 220 in use offshore, inshore and down tunnels.

Users are attracted by the Falcon’s reputation for power, reliability and unequalled stability in strong cross-currents − particularly in a vehicle small enough to be manhandled into the water.

Rapid role-change during operations is a key feature where intelligent electronics offer a ‘plug and go’ simplicity that allows up to 128 devices to be added and changed easily, such as extra cameras, lights, tracking system, manipulator and sonar, plus the option of adding special tooling on a removable skid.

Its unrivalled finger-tip manoeuvrability comes from five brushless DC thrusters with velocity feedback for precise and rapid control in all directions and an ability to hold steady in strong cross currents.

The deep rated Falcon has built-in fibre optics for high volume data transmission over its long umbilical, and the ability to use broadcast quality video cameras. It also has tilting variable intensity lights linked to its camera tilt mechanism for superior illumination when filming above or below the vehicle.

Saab Seaeye is the largest and most trusted manufacturer of electrically

Inspection team members: Great Lakes Naval Memorial and Museum: www.glnmm.org Michigan Shipwreck Research Associates: www.michiganshipwrecks.org National Underwater and Marine Agency: www.numa.net SeaView Systems, Inc.: www.seaviewsystems.com National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: www.noaa.gov Falcon details at: www.saabseaeye.com www.roperresources.com

A video of the shipwreck survey of the Hattie Wells may be viewed at: http://vimeo.com/14316646 More information: Dave Grant, Saab Seaeye Ltd. +44 (0)1489 898000 dgrant@seaeye.com | www.seaeye.com

operated ROVs in the world. Its parent, Saab Underwater Systems is itself a world leader in sensor systems, precision engagement systems, and remotely operated and autonomous underwater vehicles.

Dr Gleason of GLNMM concludes, “I think it is safe to say each organisation had different objectives. Ours was to demonstrate, through a real project, the usefulness of this type of ROV in documenting shipwrecks in the Great Lakes. Plus we wanted to work in partnership with Seaview, NOAA and MSRA/NUMA to explore a new shipwreck and hopefully be able to partner on larger projects in the future.”

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ADVERTISERS INDEX ACTUATORS - LINEAR & ROTARY Tecnadyne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 AUV MANUFACTURERS OceanServer Technology, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 CABLE SYSTEMS & TESTING SERVICES PMI Industries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 CABLES, HOSES & UMBILICALS Umbilicals International, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 COMMERCIAL DIVING Oceaneering International, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 COMMERCIAL DIVING CONTRACTORS Cal Dive International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover Commercial Diving Supply, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 DECA Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 TETRA Technologies, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Veolia ES Special Services, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 COMMERCIAL DIVING EQUIPMENT RENTALS AQUA-AIR Industries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover Aqua-Tech Services, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Ashtead Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Seatronics, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 COMMERCIAL DIVING EQUIPMENT SALES Advanced Marine Pte. Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 AQUA-AIR Industries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover Armada Systems, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Bay-Tech Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Dive Commercial International, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Divers Supply, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 High-Tech Diving & Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Jack Vilas & Associates, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 JW Fishers Manufacturing Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 McMillan Design, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Miller Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 MOOG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Morgan City Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Redfish Rental, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Shark Marine Technologies Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Steffen Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 COMMERCIAL DIVING SCHOOLS Commercial Diving Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Divers Academy International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Divers Institute of Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Minnesota Commercial Diver Training Center. . . . . . . . 74 The Ocean Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 COMMERCIAL DIVING SERVICES Wachs Subsea LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 COMPRESSORS Nuvair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 CORROSION CONTROL & SEALING Denso North America Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 CUTTING & WELDING SYSTEMS Broco Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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McLAREN ENGINEERING GROUP MEDITERRANEO SERVICIOS MARINOS S.L. MEXSSUB INTERNATIONAL INC. MIDCO DIVING & MARINE SERVICES, INC. MIDWEST DIVING SERVICES INC. MITCHELL MARINE, INC. MM DIVING, INC. MOFFATT & NICHOL MOSCOW DIVE CENTER LTD. MRS. G DIVING SPECIALISTS, INC. MULDOON MARINE SERVICES, INC. NAUTILUS SERVICIOS MARINOS NE SUBSURFACE SURVEY, INC. NEPTUNE UNDERWATER SERVICES (USA), LLC NORTH COAST DIVERS INC. NORTHEAST DIVING SERVICES, INC. NORTHERN UNDERWATER SYSTEMS (N.U.S.) L.P. NORTHWEST UNDERWATER CONSTRUCTION, LLC OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL, INC OFFSHORE SUBSEA WORKS SDN. BHD. OK-ANMARIN GENERAL UNDERWATER SERVICES ORIENTE MARINE GROUP, C.A. ORION DIVING & SALVAGE PACIFIC DIVING INDUSTRIES, INC. PARKER DIVING SERVICE, INC. PENNONI ASSOCIATES, INC. PEPPERRELL COVE MARINE SERVICE, INC. PHOENIX INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS, INC. POSH SEMCO PTE. LTD. PRO MARINE TECHNOLOGY PRO-DIVE MARINE SERVICES PRO-DIVE, INC. PROFESSIONAL MARINE CONSULTING PROSUB, LTDA PT BHAKTI PATRA MANDIRI PT. ADVANCE OFFSHORE SERVICES PT. ALLIED OFFSHORE CONTRACTORS PT. DEWIRAHMI PT. INTI SEGARA SERVICES PT. LANCAR REJEKI BERKAT JAYA PT. PATRA DINAMIKA PT. PRIMA MITRANATA QINGDAO PACIFIC OCEANEERING CO., LTD. R. CHRISTOPHER GOODWIN & ASSOCIATES, INC. RANDIVE, INC. RANGER OFFSHORE, INC. (Formerly TIBURON DIVERS, INC.) REDS CARIBBEAN LIMITED REDWOOD SHORE DIVING, INC. RESOLVE TOWING & SALVAGE RICHARD PHILLIPS MARINE INC. RME-DIVER COMMERCIAL DIVING LLC RVE INC. S & J DIVING, INC. SALMONS DREDGING CORPORATION SDMC,LLC (Formerly 2-W DIVING, INC.) SEA ENGINEERING, INC. SEA SUB SYSTEMS, INC. SEAMAR DIVERS MEXICO S. De R.L. De C.V. SEAMAR DIVERS, INC. SEAPRO DIVING & HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY (Formerly RED SEA) SEASWIFT SUBSEA ENGINEERING, LLC SEBUTE S.A. MARINE & UNDERWATER SERVICES SERPORT S.A. SERVICIOS TECNICOS MARITIMOS

SERVICIOS TECNICOS SUBACUATICOS, S.L. SERVISUB INGENIEROS LTDA. SHANDONG HAISHENG OCEEANEERING GROUP CO., LTD. SHANGHAI JINHU OFFSHORE ENGINEERING CO., LTD. SHANGHAI SALVAGE COMPANY SHANYE MARINE SERVICES CO., LTD. SHENZHEN ZHONGHAI DIVE ENGINEERING CO., LTD. SMIT SINGAPORE PTE LTD SMIT SUBSEA MIDDLE EAST LLC SPECIALTY DIVING OF LOUISIANA, INC. SPECIALTY DIVING SERVICES, INC. SPECIALTY UNDERWATER SERVICES,LLC STEARNS ENGINEERING COMPANY STROUD DIVING & HYDROGRAPHY STS CHILE SUBSTRUCTURE, INC. SUBTEK MARINE & CONSTRUCTION SUPREME HYDRO ENGINEERING PVT. LTD. T & T MARINE SALVAGE, INC. T.N.J. MARINE INC. TALLERES INDUSTRIALES, S.A. TEDA GREAT WALL UNDERWATER ENGINEERING CO., LTD. TEDA SEA STAR SHIPPING ENGINEERING CO., LTD. THE WORLD-WIDE DIVING CONTRACTOR CO; LTD TIANJIN ANDA OFFSHORE SERVICE ENGINEERING COMPANY TIANJIN NANJIANG UNDERWATER ENGINEERING CO., LTD. TIDAL MARINE CONSTRUCTION, INC TITAN SALVAGE TRAB-SUB S.R.L. TRASUB S.R.L. - PERU TRINDIVE UNDERWATER SERVICES LTD TRITON DIVING SERVICES, INC. UNDERWATER & MARINE SERVICES, INC. UNDERWATER CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION UNDERWATER CONSULTANTS INTERNATIONAL, INC. UNDERWATER ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC. UNDERWATER MARINE CONTRACTORS, INC. UNDERWATER RESOURCES, INC. UNDERWATER SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC. UNDERWATER SERVICES, INC. UNDERWATER SERVICES, LTD UNDERWATER SERVICES, S.A. UNDINE MARINE INDUSTRIES, LTD. UNIDIVE MARINE SERVICES PTE LTD UNITED DIVING & MARINE LLC UTILITY DIVING SERVICES, INC. VARVARA MANAGOU SA VENEZUELA DIVERS C.A. VEOLIA ES SPECIAL SERVICES, INC. W.J. CASTLE, PE & ASSOC., PC WALKER DIVING UNDERWATER CONSTRUCTION, LLC WATERWORKS DIVING SERVICE, INC. WEST DIVING SERVICES, INC WEST SQUADRON MARINE SERVICES PTE. LTD WORKS OF DIVING (HONG KONG) CO. LTD. YANTAI SHUNDA OCEAN ENGINEERING SERVICE CO., LTD.

NewADCIMembers NEW ADCI GENERAL MEMBERS Core-IRM Pte Ltd Allan Nicolson 29 Benoi Place, Jurong Singapore 629946 Singapore +65 6261 1340; fax +65 6261 1113 info@core-irm.com www.core-irm.com Coretech Resources Pte Ltd Rod Nicolson 100 Pandan Loop Singapore 128309 Singapore +65 6785 9551; fax +65 6238 0586 rod@coretech.com.sg www.coretech.com.sg

Ocean Works Asia, Inc. Tatsuya Goto 3-25-9 Hatchobori, Chuo-ku Tokyo 104-0032 Japan +81 3 3553 3949; fax +81 3 3553 3979 info@owa.com.sg www.owa.co.jp NEW ADCI ASSOCIATE MEMBER Stanley Hydraulic Tools Subsidiary of The Stanley Works John Merrifield 3810 S.E. Naef Road Milwaukie, OR 97267 503-659-5660; FAX 503-652-1780 jmerrifield@stanleyworks.com www.stanleyhydraulic.com

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COMMERCIAL DIVING SUPPLY, LLC COMPASS PERSONNEL SERVICES COX, WOOTTON, GRIFFIN, HANSEN & POULOS LLP CYGNUS INSTRUMENTS, INC. DCL MOORING & RIGGING DECA DIVING DELTA WAVE COMMUNICATIONS, INC. DESCO CORPORATION DIRECTOR OF DIVING SAFETY DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENSE DIVE COMMERCIAL INTERNATIONAL, INC. DIVE LAB, INC. DIVERS ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL DIVERS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY DIVERS SUPPLY, INC. DIVERS UNIVERSITY ESPORTE AQUATICO LTDA DIVEX LTD. DIVING UNLIMITED INTERNATIONAL, INC. FASTORQ BOLTING SYSTEMS, INC.

FIRST INSURANCE, INC. FLANGE SKILLETS INTERNATIONAL, INC. FMS ENGINEERING, LLC FUGRO CHANCE INC. G & M RENTALS, LLC GANGNEUNG CAMPUS OF KOREA POLYTECHNIC III GARY HERMAN COMPANIES, LLC/dba Alpha Rentals HOLLAND COLLEGE COMMERCIAL DIVING HONG KONG COMMERCIAL DIVING CONSULTANTS LTD. INTEGRA SERVICES TECHNOLOGIES, INC. INTERNATIONAL DIVING INSTITUTE, LLC INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL RISKS, INC. INTERNATIONAL SUBMARINE ENGINEERING LTD. J. W. FISHERS MANUFACTURING COMPANY JACK VILAS & ASSOCIATES, INC. JOHN W. FISK CO.

U/W 2011--VISIT US AT BOOTH #300 FOR ALL YOUR COMMERCIAL DIVING NEEDS

Founded in 1986, Jack Vilas & Associates began to set the standard for commercial diving sales. 25 years later, we still strive to raise that bar even higher for your safety and satisfaction with our products and support.

MSA Altair 5 In stock now! IMCA compliant hand held multi-gas detector that measures CO2, 02, CO, and more from MSA, the Altair 5. The Altair 5 provides great impact durability, excellent dust and water protection, and are multi-lingual at no extra charge. Ships alone or complete with Cal-Gas kit.

AFFILIATE MEMBERS ADC(NZ) INC. AMERICAN SALVAGE ASSOCIATION ASOCIACION CHILENA DE EMPRESAS DE BUCEO COMERCIAL COMMERCIAL DIVING ASSOCIATION OF HONG KONG HISTORICAL DIVING SOCIETY USA MARINE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (MATE) CENTER NATIONAL OCEAN INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION (NOIA) OFFSHORE MARINE SERVICES ASSOCIATION (OMSA) OFFSHORE OPERATORS COMMITTEE THE MUSEUM OF MAN IN THE SEA

Jack Vilas & Associates is the Gulf Coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest running KMDSI dealer and certified inspection /repair headquarters as well as the ONLY dealer certified to perform Miller Inspections.

For more information: Jack Vilas & Associates, Inc 701 Federal Ave - Morgan City, LA 70380 Toll Free(800)-255-4643 - Phone 985-384-8012 - Fax 985-384-8011 Email - jack@jackvilas.com or brandon@jackvilas.com

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KB ASSOCIATES PTE LTD KIBBLE & PRENTICE KIRBY MORGAN DIVE SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. KME DIVING SUITS, INC. LEONARD GREENSTONE MARINE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING CENTER LESSER & ASSOCIATES, PLC LEXMAR ENGINEERING PTE LTD LOUISIANA TECH COLLEGE--YOUNG MEMORIAL CAMPUS M.O.S. MARINE OFFSHORE SERVICES PTE LTD MAGELLAN MARINE INTERNATIONAL,LLC MAKO TECHNOLOGIES, LLC MILLER DIVING EQUIPMENT, INC. MINNESOTA COMMERCIAL DIVER TRAINING CENTER MOCEAN VIDEO MORGAN CITY RENTALS NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE OF SCIENCE NATIONAL TOOL LEASING, LLC NUVAIR OCEAN EYE, INC. ONEBANE LAW FIRM [Legal Counsel] OUTLAND TECHNOLOGY INC. OXYLANCE, INC. PACIFIC COMMERCIAL DIVING SUPPLY PTY LTD PILE DRIVERS Local Union #56 PRAXAIR INC. PRIME TIME TRAINING INC. PRINCETEL, INC ROPER RESOURCES, LTD. SANTA BARBARA CITY COLLEGE MARINE DIVING TECHNOLOGY SCIENCE DIVING & ENVIRONMENTAL CO. SEA AND LAND TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTD SEABOTIX, INC. SEATRONICS, INC. SENECA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS & TECHNOLOGY SIDUS SOLUTIONS, INC. SOURCES WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT CO., LLC STEFFEN, INC. SUBAC UNDERWATER CEMENT SUBSALVE USA CORPORATION THE CORTLAND COMPANIES THE KANE KOMPANY, INC. THE OCEAN CORPORATION TIANJIN TEDA XINHAI TESTECHO CO; LTD TIDAL CONSOLIDATED SDN BHD TNT GAS AND SUPPLY TOTALMAT INDUSTRIA & COMERCIO DE EQUIP. HIPERBARICOS LTDA TRELLEBORG VIKING, INC. TRIM SYSTEMS PTE. LTD. UKPS, INC. UMBILICALS INTERNATIONAL, INC. UNIQUE SYSTEMS LLC. UNITED STERLING (FAR EAST) LTD. VIDEO RAY LLC WACHS SUBSEA, LLC WFT, INC. WUHU DIVING EQUIPMENT PLANT

11/22/10 12:30:10 PM

The Mark V Monument Project AS MOST OF YOU KNOW, “The Mark V Monument Project” is an undertaking to erect an 11-foot-tall bronze/granite JAKE monument. It will have a three-foot-tall pentagon shaped granite base.

Each of the five sides will display a bronze seal of one of the five services of the U.S. Military. The monument will celebrate all graduates, past, present and future of all U.S. Navy Diving Schools that go down in the sea to work. This monument will celebrate traditions forever of divers around the world who have given their life’s work to underwater ships husbandry, underwater construction, salvage of ships lost at sea, combat and clandestine missions.

To raise the required funding to bring this project to fruition, the Mark V Monument Project has contracted the limited production of 300 21-inch bronze/ granite, certified, serialized, limited edition, exact replicas of the monument for sale.

At the writing of this article, statuettes and the corresponding limited edition certificates have been delivered to supporters around the globe, from United Kingdom, Canada, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, France, Spain, and many here in the U.S.A. There are only 139 statuettes remaining for purchase.

The price of these statuettes is $2,000 each (shipping included CONUS). There are only 139 of the original 300 remaining when they are gone, there will be no more produced. We have the capability to accept your VISA, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DISCOVER Card or MASTERCARD as payment.

We will also entertain partial payments, of $500 per month (delivery at final payment). The Mark V Monument Project Inc. has been granted Tax exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, contributions are deductable under section 170 of the Code; therefore we issue a $600 deductable donation certificate with the purchase of each statuette.

If you have, any questions please contact either: Bob Barth (850) 785-6249 or Dave Sullivan (850) 819-4163 You can find out more about the project and how to support it on the project website markvmonument. org.

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