HullROVER ApS
About HullROVER ApS
HullROVER offers a lightweight underwater robot for cost-effective ship hull cleaning, removing biofouling that increases fuel consumption and spreads invasive species. By providing a more affordable alternative to existing solutions, HullROVER enables diver-based providers to reduce shipping's environmental impact and improve diver safety.
```xml <problem> Biofouling on ship hulls increases fuel consumption, spreads invasive species, and requires costly and potentially hazardous manual cleaning methods. Existing robotic solutions are often expensive to acquire and maintain, limiting accessibility for many in-water cleaning service providers. </problem> <solution> HullROVER offers a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) designed for efficient and environmentally conscious in-water cleaning of commercial vessels and barges. The ROV utilizes a cylindrical brush system and a debris collection system to remove biofouling while ensuring full waste reclaim, complying with environmental regulations. By using readily available components, HullROVER provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional and robotic hull cleaning methods, enabling more frequent cleaning, reducing fuel consumption, and minimizing the spread of invasive aquatic species. The design is easy to operate, allowing existing diver-based providers to expand their service offerings. </solution> <features> - Cylindrical brush cleaning system with a cleaning speed of 500–600 m²/hour - Integrated debris collection system for 100% waste reclaim - Modular filtration options down to 10µm - Operable in currents up to 2 knots - Two integrated cameras, IMU sensor, and acoustic sensors for navigation and control - Bundled 100m umbilical for power and control - Lightweight design (200 kg in air) for easy deployment and handling </features> <target_audience> HullROVER targets in-water cleaning service providers, port operators, and ship owners seeking a cost-effective and environmentally compliant solution for maintaining clean ship hulls. </target_audience> <revenue_model> The HullROVER is offered for sale at a price of €230,000. </revenue_model> ```
What does HullROVER ApS do?
HullROVER offers a lightweight underwater robot for cost-effective ship hull cleaning, removing biofouling that increases fuel consumption and spreads invasive species. By providing a more affordable alternative to existing solutions, HullROVER enables diver-based providers to reduce shipping's environmental impact and improve diver safety.
Where is HullROVER ApS located?
HullROVER ApS is based in Kongens Lyngby, Danmark.
When was HullROVER ApS founded?
HullROVER ApS was founded in 2022.
- Location
- Kongens Lyngby, Danmark
- Founded
- 2022
- Employees
- 8 employees