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Ever wondered what lies deep beneath the surface of the world’s largest freshwater lake? On Sunday, September 14th at 3:00 PM ET, you’ll have the rare chance to find out…

At Boxfish Robotics, our mission is simple yet powerful: to visualise the ocean for a sustainable future. To achieve that, we design and build world-class underwater vehicles right here in…

Boxfish Robotics R&D team has taken another big step in advancing the autonomous capabilities of the Boxfish AUV. As part of our phased validation approach, we recently conducted a successful…

One of the key technologies enabling tetherless operation is the use of acoustic signals. Acoustic communication is essential for underwater vehicles because radio waves, which are commonly used for communication…

The Boxfish AUV is equipped with Boxfish’s latest proprietary autonomy software, allowing it to operate with precision and efficiency. The easy-to-use graphical user interface, SafePath Planner, offers a high level…

Tetherless Underwater Autonomous Solutions Our Boxfish AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicles) are designed to enhance marine science and environmental monitoring through innovative tetherless autonomous operations. The Boxfish AUVs feature RAW image…

The Boxfish AUV Research Kit provides comprehensive, reliable research platform and removes the need for extensive equipment setup, testing and preparation for their studies, offering an effective solution for underwater…

The Marine Imaging Workshop is an important event for the marine science community, thats covers a wide range of topics, from image collection and processing to annotation and data management….

Boxfish Luna ROV Stability Design The Luna ROV’s design ensures solid stability even in deep water, providing precise control for capturing dynamic underwater shots. With its proprietary eight 3D vectored…

The AMSA-NZMSS 2024 conference aims to bring together hundreds of marine scientists to connect, share knowledge, and contribute to the sustainability of our marine environment. It supports AMSA’s goal of…

Let’s explore whether the Boxfish Luna ROV is the game-changer you’ve been waiting for! The Boxfish Luna Kit: ROV, Tether, and Console The Boxfish Luna ROV kit includes three main…

The 2024 Hi-Tech Awards saw an unprecedented number of entries from a diverse range of technology sectors across New Zealand. David Downs, Chair of the Hi-Tech Trust, emphasized the growing…

RMS Niagara and its Story The tragic tale of the RMS Niagara dates back 84 years, when the trans-Pacific liner met its fate near New Zealand’s Bream Head. On June…

In the world of autonomous underwater exploration, the role of image quality cannot be overstated. From the very inception of Boxfish Robotics, our commitment to superior image quality has been…

Introducing ROV-Z Mode: Unparalleled Control Our latest firmware update introduces a brand-new control mode – the ROV-Z mode, in addition to the existing Sea-Q and ROV-Q modes released in 2021,…

Throughout the year, we’ve had the privilege to witness the incredible achievements of our clients, who have operated in some of the most extreme conditions across the globe. Their innovative…

A Glimpse into OEEC 2023 The OEEC is not just a conference; it’s a confluence of thought leaders, policymakers, and businesses shaping the future of offshore energy. With themes centered…

Boxfish Robotics stands at the forefront of innovation, and our vision perfectly aligns with the changing landscape of offshore industries. From aquaculture to offshore wind energy and oil and gas…

As Boxfish product portfolio advanced, with a diverse range of robotics systems, both tethered and untethered, we recognized the need for a name that better represents our current scope and…

In this blog we will share some key updates that make the Boxfish Luna an even more powerful tool for capturing stunning underwater footage and conducting research. Interchangeable Optics Architecture…

Resident Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Applications A resident autonomous underwater vehicle system, like ARV-i, offers further benefits over traditional AUV systems. It is a compact, affordable, user-friendly alternative that opens up…

Why Use an ROV for a Ship Inspection? Using an inspection class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) for ship inspections makes security surveillance quicker, safer, and more affordable. Port authorities, customs,…

New Zealand company Boxfish Research designs and manufactures cutting-edge autonomous-capable robotic vehicles and ROVs. Their battery-operated ROVs are agile and lightweight, delivering capabilities usually only seen in work-class vehicles.  Using a…

In addition to filming sea life, we interviewed Craig Anderson, Boxfish co-founder, about the features of the underwater drone and why it’s perfect for ocean cinematography. Watch the videos to…

Launch of “All Too Clear” – A documentary that gets beneath the surface of the Great Lakes TOBERMORY (December 6th, 2022) — Over the past 20 years, quadrillions of invasive…

These robotic vehicles allow scientists to explore the ocean at depths dangerous for scuba divers. However, fundamental differences between an AUV and ROV determine when and how industries deploy them.  AUVs…

This guide will provide you with all the information you need to choose the best ROV to meet your needs. We’ll outline the seven key elements to consider when making…

The capability to upgrade the Boxfish ROV platform to perform autonomous and semi-autonomous tasks promises to deliver better data, enhanced survey repetition and increased efficiency in underwater operations.   Robotic technology,…

As the Boxfish Luna matures, continuous improvements are made to fine-tune the performance and enhance the user’s experience. New Luna Features Recent Luna software development has focused on fixes feature…

Boxfish Robotics notifies customers via email when firmware updates are available. The update installation process is very straightforward and involves copying files from our website or email onto a USB…