BlackSand Marine Technologies is a start-up based in Gran Canaria, with expertise in engineering, marine science and technology, specialized in the design and operation of high-tech, eco-efficient and multifunctional intelligent vessels; as well as autonomous navigation systems, remotely controlled and monitored in real time, applying machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques.
With its products of USV (Unmanned Surface Vehicle) systems or advanced aquatic drones, it is possible to leverage environmental monitoring and control services, marine surveillance or predictive and preventive maintenance of port and offshore facilities.
The APBA has collaborated with BlackSand Marine in the framework of a Proof of Concept (PoC), developed in the facilities of the Port of Algeciras, specifically, in the South Dock. This demonstration is part of the disruptive innovation project, developed by the company, called “E-3 – Advanced USV’s and autonomous refueling hangars for unlimited autonomy and 24/7/365 recurrent operations“. The innovative component of this project lies in the use of an autonomous recharging station, which would allow an immediate launching and extraction system, a self-maintenance hangar and an integral protection against meteorological factors; with the objective of facilitating operations of interest in port infrastructures from a considerable increase in the efficiency and autonomy of the drones.
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