Geo Oceans was engaged by a global operator to perform a Bureau Veritas (BV) class-accredited ROV UWILD (Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Dry-docking) on an FPSO. The project formed part of a long-term mini-ROV inspection contract supporting marine class compliance and hull integrity assurance for floating production assets.
FPSO UWILD Class Inspection
Scope
Our scope of work included:
- General Visual Inspection (GVI), Close Visual Inspection (CVI), and Marine Growth (MG) surveys across the FPSO hull
- Detailed visual inspection and dimensional measurements on mooring chains
- Cathodic Protection (CP) potential readings across hull structures
- Live data recording and annotation using our Digital Edge platform for efficient processing and rapid reporting
Technology & Execution
To deliver the campaign, Geo Oceans mobilised a fleet of Saab Seaeye HD Falcon ROVs modified in-house for class-approved FPSO UWILD operations. These systems were optimised for safe, reliable, and high-quality data acquisition in close-proximity hull and mooring chain inspections.
All collected data was streamed, reviewed, and compiled into structured digital reports, with final deliverables quality-assured by our onshore team in line with class society and client requirements. With an unparalleled track record in the planning and execution of class surveys globally, Geo Oceans continues to set the benchmark for safe, efficient, and class-compliant ROV-based UWILD solutions.
Outcome
The inspection was delivered efficiently and in full compliance with Bureau Veritas class requirements. Geo Oceans’ digital reporting workflow ensured
rapid turnaround of high-integrity deliverables, enabling the client to maintain class certification without the need for costly dry-docking.
Key outcomes included:
- Full compliance with BV class survey requirements
- Avoidance of dry-dock costs and associated operational downtime
- Rapid delivery of detailed, high-quality inspection data
- Improved visibility of hull and mooring chain condition
- Seamless integration between offshore inspection and onshore reporting
- Safe and reliable execution using mini-ROV systems in a live FPSO environment