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Oceanology International 2018: Forum launch first of new EROV range

14th March 2018 - 11:41 GMT | by Tim Martin in London

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US based oilfield and subsea manufacturer Forum Energy Technologies has unveiled its new electric remotely operated vehicle (EROV) XLe Spirit at Oceanology International.

Designed primarily for subsea maintenance and repair work, the vehicle – the first of a new EROV range - is depth rated at 1,000m and can be fitted with an optional electric or hydraulic manipulator arm.

Owing to self-regulating power features the company say the vehicle ‘compensates for tether losses’ to ensure power delivery is constant and stabilised ‘regardless of tether length.’

Discussing the design of the vehicle, a company spokesperson told Shephard that the concept was driven by market

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