Fugro has recently donated two EdgeTech Deep Tow survey systems to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national science agency. This donation is part of Fugro’s ongoing support of global ocean science initiatives and aligns with its active role in support of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.

The survey systems are capable of operating at depths up to 6,000 m. They were once used by Fugro in the deep waters of the Southern Indian Ocean during the search for MH370. Fugro no longer needs them in daily operations and is happy to donate them to CSIRO. The systems will now be used onboard CSIRO’s research vessel Investigator, enabling their Australian ocean and environmental research such as high-resolution deep-sea mapping and the study of biodiversity in deepwater benthic habitats.

“We sincerely thank Fugro for their generous donation of these systems which will further enhance the impressive scientific capabilities that CSIRO research vessel Investigator offers to the Australian marine and atmospheric research community,” Toni Moate, CSIRO Marine National Facility Director said.

“Fugro is delighted that CSIRO will be incorporating this into the already extensive capabilities of the Investigator research vessel. We are excited by the research opportunities that this deep tow equipment can offer to the Australian scientific research community.” Nina Levy, Fugro Service Line Manager – Geophysics & Hydrography Pacific said.

Fugro also actively contributes further to the understanding of ocean health and coastal environments across Australia and the Indo-Pacific through the use of advanced autonomous and remotely operated vessels, airborne lidar bathymetry for nearshore studies, and satellite-derived bathymetry alongside other earth observation datasets.

About Fugro

Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist. With our unique map, model and monitor solutions, we provide project critical insights into the built and natural environment. Fugro supports clients by delivering solutions in support of the energy transition, large-scale infrastructure development and climate resilience. With expertise in site characterisation and asset integrity, clients are supported in the safe, sustainable and efficient design, construction and operation of their assets throughout the life cycle. In line with our purpose, we are extending our know-how and solutions to the understanding and preservation of ecosystems.

Employing approximately 11,000 people in 52 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, mostly in the energy, infrastructure and water industries, both offshore and onshore. In 2024, revenue amounted to EUR 2.3 billion. Fugro is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.

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