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Open Ocean Robotics Wins Autonomous System Award at BlueTIDE 2024 for its Advanced DataXplorer™ USV, Showcasing Leading Innovations in Maritime Domain Awareness and Collaborative Technology Integration.

Julie Angus, CEO of Open Ocean Robotics, is featured on the cover of the August/September 2024 issue of Douglas Magazine, highlighting the company’s pioneering work in ocean technology. The article delves into the origins of Open Ocean Robotics, the impact their uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) have in ocean monitoring, and the tremendous opportunities that lie ahead.

In the May 2024 issue of Pacific Yachting, Open Ocean Robotics (OOR) is highlighted for its innovative marine technology. The article features the DataXplorer, a solar-powered uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) designed for environmental monitoring. CEO Julie Angus talks about the journey from the initial designs to the current models and the importance of sustainable technology in ocean research. The piece also covers OOR's participation in the Oceanology International Conference and its work with marine and governmental agencies. Open Ocean Robotics is making waves in marine tech with its autonomous vessels that are helping to protect our oceans.

In a recent feature in the Journal of Ocean Technology, Open Ocean Robotics showcases its pioneering advancements in applying object tracking algorithms to maritime environments. Highlighting the challenges of real-time processing and detection in dynamic sea conditions, this article explores the innovative solutions being developed by OOR to enhance autonomous navigation for their rugged, solar-powered USVs. Contributing authors Oliver White, Sean Daniel, Oliver Kirsebom, and Fritz Stahr delve into the technical intricacies and groundbreaking research that position Open Ocean Robotics at the forefront of marine technology.

From start-ups to local legends, the awards shine a light on hard-working businesses, business people and community leaders in 14 categories worth celebrating. Finalists are chosen by an independent panel of prominent business leaders who serve as judges.

Today, Open Ocean Robotics is in the global spotlight for its autonomous energy-harvesting boats that collect information from the oceans and instantly relay it. The goal? Nothing less than protecting the oceans, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and building an Internet of Things for the ocean.

Martin Stemp from the Society for Underwater Technology interviews Julie Angus: "As well as being Co-founder and CEO of Open Ocean Robotics, Julie was also the first woman to row across the Atlantic Ocean from mainland to mainland."

In the latest episode of the podcast Solve for X, we explore the latest innovations that are transforming conservation efforts — everything from eavesdropping on whale songs using robot boats to monitoring walruses from space.

Marine vehicles have changed a great deal since I was first introduced to them. Technology has significantly improved, allowing us to see the underwater world in ways veterans of the industry would never have expected. Technology is improving everyday thanks to dedicated innovators, and I am happy to showcase a few such people and their technologies within these pages.

Victoria Tech Journal covers the Grand Opening of OOR's new oceanfront facility.

NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) has chosen Open Ocean Robotics, in collaboration with the 1stMission Team, as one of the awardees for all three Multiple Award IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity) contracts.

Andy Ziegwied, a distinguished Chartered Marine Technologist (CMarTech) and New Blue Economy Specialist, now steers the expansion of uncrewed ocean data observations for Open Ocean Robotics

The adventurer and entrepreneur has a vision for how gathering data from the ocean could be both sustainable and lucrative

Open Ocean Robotics’ co-founder Julie Angus, the first woman to row across the Atlantic Ocean from mainland to mainland, joins host Lucky Budd for episode nine of the Vital Victoria Podcast.

For the second year in a row, Open Ocean Robotics – a leader in marine robotics and data analytics with proprietary technology in autonomous vessel design, machine learning, and software development – has made this prestigious list because they are changing the way we understand our oceans.

Open Ocean Robotics was listed in The top 50 most innovative startups and scaleups

For the first time in NACO’s history, the organization has leveraged its international platform to spotlight the achievements of 27 women trailblazers at the forefront of Canada’s innovation economy.

A discussion with several young companies working to innovate in the ocean waste space—producing biofuels, reducing shipping pollution, sequestering carbon, collecting data about ocean conditions and more

A Planet Beyond Shortcast, Hosted by Jon Baston-Pitt – Global Strategic Marketing Director at Fugro, an inquisitive mind in search of the world’s thought leaders, to explore the value and mechanisms of doing business better.

Autonomous boats provide ‘eyes’ and ‘ears’ for more complete maritime domain awareness