Live Boxfish AUV Demonstration | ICRS 2026 – Auckland

See how a hovering autonomous underwater vehicle supports repeatable coral reef and benthic monitoring.

As part of ICRS 2026 in Auckland (19–24 July 2026), Boxfish Robotics is hosting a live demonstration of the Boxfish AUV on the final day of the symposium.

This in‑water session is intended for scientists, environmental managers, and technology users who want to better understand how autonomous underwater vehicles can support coral reef research and long‑term monitoring programmes.
The demonstration will take place within central Auckland. Final location details will be shared with registered attendees closer to the event.

What You’ll See

During the demonstration, attendees will observe how the Boxfish AUV:

  • Executes autonomous, geo‑referenced transects
  • Maintains stable altitude and orientation over complex terrain
  • Collects high‑resolution still imagery and video suitable for analysis and photogrammetry
  • Uses onboard navigation and obstacle‑avoidance systems to operate safely in reef‑like environments

The session will also include time for questions and informal discussion with the Boxfish team.

Boxfish AUV underwater side view

Who We Are

Boxfish Robotics is a New Zealand‑based company designing underwater robotic platforms for marine science, environmental monitoring, and ocean research.

Our Boxfish AUV and ROV systems are used globally by research institutions, environmental consultancies, and government agencies to support applications such as coral reef monitoring, benthic habitat mapping, and long‑term environmental surveys.

We focus on practical, field‑ready systems that reduce deployment complexity while delivering high‑quality, repeatable data.

Who Should Attend

This demonstration will be most relevant for:

  • Coral reef and benthic researchers
  • Marine scientists and monitoring programme leads
  • Environmental managers and policy advisors
  • Organisations exploring autonomous monitoring tools for reefs and coastal environments

No prior experience with AUVs is required.

Event Details

Event: Boxfish AUV Live Demonstration
Date: Friday, 24 July 2026 (ICRS 2026 final day)
Location: Central Auckland (TBC)
Cost: Free (registration required)
Capacity: Limited