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Engineering

Our engineering services cover the entire process, from concept studies and design to detailed engineering, strength analysis, manufacturing, assembly, and certification. Every step is carried out by our highly skilled engineers to ensure precision and quality. Afterward, assembly and testing are conducted in our state-of-the-art 1,000m² workshop by our technicians or through on-site installation and commissioning.

Typically, the engineering scope is directly related to operations, often involving the use of Variable Buoyancy Systems or other lifting applications. However, we also specialize in a wide range of services, including the design and fabrication of steel structures, machinery, special tools, piping systems, custom units, complex assemblies, and more.

Bespoked solution

We specialize in delivering bespoke Variable Buoyancy solutions (VBS). We design Variable Buoyancy Systems to meet the unique demands of each project. Whether you’re operating in deep-water environments or conducting complex subsea operations, our custom-engineered VBS systems are tailored to provide precise control over buoyancy, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in any application. Our solutions are designed with flexibility and adaptability in mind. We work closely with you to understand the specific requirements of your operation, including environmental conditions, operational constraints, and technical challenges.

With this deep understanding, we develop VBS systems that deliver:

• Optimized Buoyancy Control: Our custom VBS designs allow for precise buoyancy adjustments, enabling efficient lifting, lowering, and positioning of subsea structures, equipment, and tools. Whether it’s for ROVs, deep-water pipelines, or other subsea installations, our solutions provide reliable and responsive buoyancy control.
• Enhanced Performance: We focus on delivering solutions that enhance operational efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve overall project timelines. By designing systems that meet your specific needs, we ensure reliable, high-performance results.
• Durability and Reliability: Our bespoke VBS solutions are built to withstand harsh subsea environments for long durations, designed to handle deep water pressures and overcome corrosion measures. We use high-quality materials and cutting-edge technologies to ensure the longevity and dependability of every system we deliver.
• Integration with Existing Systems: We understand that every project is different, which is why our bespoke VBS solutions are fully integrated with your existing equipment and operational setup. This integration ensures seamless functionality and minimal disruption to your existing assets
• Safety and Compliance: Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our VBS systems are designed in compliance with the highest industry standards, ensuring that all safety protocols are met during deployment, operation, and recovery.

From initial concept through to design, manufacture, and installation, our team of experts provides continuous support to ensure your bespoke Variable Buoyancy System is optimized for success. With a focus on innovation and performance, we help you achieve your operational goals with precision and reliability.

Integrated Variable Buoyancy Solutions

We provide Integrated Variable Buoyancy Solutions(IVBS) that seamlessly combine advanced buoyancy control systems with your existing subsea equipment and assets. Our integrated solutions are designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your subsea operations, providing precise buoyancy management while ensuring smooth integration with other technologies. Our IVBS offerings go beyond just buoyancy control, ensuring a fully integrated approach that optimizes performance, reduces complexity, and enhances safety. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced in subsea environments, our solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each project, enabling reliable and efficient operations under the harshest conditions.

Key features of our Integrated Variable Buoyancy Solutions include:

• Seamless System Integration: Our IVBS can be designed to easily integrate with existing subsea systems and equipment, such as ROVs, lifting devices, and other specialized machinery. This integration ensures smooth operation where payload can be increased and reduced all according to your operational requirements
• Precision Buoyancy Control: Our solutions provide highly accurate control of buoyancy, enabling movement of your subsea assets. Whether you’re working in deep-water environments or conducting complex subsea operations, our integrated solutions ensure optimal performance.
• Optimized Efficiency: By combining buoyancy control with other operational systems, we minimize the need for additional equipment and reduce operational complexity. This streamlined approach enhances efficiency, cuts down on downtime, and helps reduce costs across the board.
• Adaptability to Diverse Applications: Our integrated solutions are versatile and can be tailored to suit a wide range of applications, from a standard WROV to including pipeline installation, offshore construction, and deep-water exploration. Whether you’re working with steel structures, special tools, or custom subsea equipment, our solutions provide the flexibility you need.
• Reliability and Durability: We ensure that every integrated buoyancy system is built with the highest standards of reliability and durability. Our systems are designed to perform in the most challenging subsea environments, offering long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance.
• Safety and Compliance: We prioritize safety and ensure that our integrated systems meet the highest industry standards and regulatory requirements. With an emphasis on safety protocols, our solutions are designed to reduce risk and protect both personnel and equipment throughout the project lifecycle.

From initial design and system integration to deployment and ongoing support, our team of experts ensures that your Integrated Variable Buoyancy Solution is optimized for performance, reliability, and safety. At Beluga Subsea, we’re committed to providing cutting-edge solutions that meet your unique operational needs, ensuring success in every phase of your subsea operations.

Research and Development (R&D)

We are dedicated to driving innovation through our Research and Development (R&D) efforts. By continually exploring new technologies and improving existing systems, we strive to provide our clients with cutting-edge solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Our R&D team works relentlessly to push the boundaries of what is possible, ensuring we stay ahead of industry trends and address the ever-evolving challenges faced by our clients.

Our R&D services are not only focused on developing new products and technologies, but also on improving existing ones, optimizing performance, and increasing reliability. By closely collaborating with clients, industry experts, and academic institutions, we ensure our innovations are both practical and impactful. This approach allows us to offer tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of each project, while maintaining a focus on reducing costs, improving safety, and enhancing operational efficiency.

As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation, Beluga Subsea is at the forefront of Research and Development within Variable Buoyancy Systems (VBS). VBS plays a critical role in subsea operations, enabling precise buoyancy control for a variety of underwater tasks, such as decommissioning, IMR, pipeline laying, subsea equipment handling and lifetime extension. Our R&D efforts focus on developing and refining VBS technologies to improve performance, efficiency, and reliability in demanding offshore environments.

Key areas of our R&D in VBS include:

• Advanced Buoyancy Materials: We invest heavily in researching and developing new, high-performance buoyancy materials that provide enhanced durability, reduced weight, and superior resistance to harsh subsea conditions. These innovations ensure that our VBS solutions are both cost-effective and long-lasting.
• Enhanced Control Mechanisms: Our R&D team is constantly working to improve the control systems that govern VBS, aiming for more precise and responsive buoyancy adjustments. This ensures optimal handling and performance, even in challenging environmental conditions.
• Integration with Other Technologies: We focus on integrating VBS with other subsea systems and technologies, such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), lifting systems, and subsea construction equipment. This integration ensures seamless operation and enhances overall project efficiency.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our research includes efforts to improve the energy efficiency of VBS systems, ensuring that they operate with minimal power consumption while maintaining high performance. Sustainability is a key factor in all our R&D initiatives, and we aim to reduce the environmental impact of subsea operations by developing more energy-efficient and eco-friendly systems.
• Reliability and Safety: Safety and reliability are paramount in subsea operations. Our R&D team works to develop VBS systems that can withstand the harshest environments, reducing the risk of failure and ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment. We also prioritize compliance with international standards to ensure our systems meet the highest safety protocols.

By focusing on Research and Development in Variable Buoyancy Systems, Beluga Subsea is committed to providing our clients with innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions that improve the performance and safety of subsea operations. Our dedication to R&D allows us to continuously refine and enhance VBS technologies, ensuring that we remain a leader in the industry and provide our clients with the best possible solutions.