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News & Insights shares updates from Special Projects, including technical developments, project milestones, and industry activity. It provides measured commentary and relevant updates while maintaining operational discretion.

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Research & Development

The ROV EOD mission workflow, from first contact to confirmed result

We were at Oceanology International 2026

We were at Oceanology International at ExCeL London from 10 to 12 March 2026, discussing subsea capability, ROV integration and UXO-related requirements.

The new Special Projects website is live

Our new Special Projects website is live—bringing our product ranges, capabilities and sector focus into one clear platform, with dedicated pages for Low Order, High Order, MDS systems, initiation, and more.

Training & Support

First 2026 CPD-Accredited Familiarisation Course Completed at Special Projects

Our first 2026 CPD-accredited familiarisation course has been delivered—revalidating Low Order and High Order operator skills using the Cobra MDS fitted with the LX50 and BX90.

Attachment is Everything: Rethinking the Final Metre of Mine Disposal

In the world of mine countermeasures, the final few metres of engagement are crucial. While detection technologies have advanced, the real challenge lies in securely attaching a disposal charge to a mine, especially under difficult conditions.

Quality, environment, safety: our ISO accreditation

For ten years, Special Projects has held ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 — the international standards covering quality management, environmental responsibility and occupational health and safety.

Research & Development

Subsea pressure testing at depth with the National Oceanography Centre

Designing equipment that has to perform at significant depth is one thing. Proving that it will, before it ever leaves the workshop, is another.

Training & Support

Viper MDS: controlled subsea neutralisation from the ROV you already have

Viper MDS is a modular, non-magnetic mine and IED disposal system that fits any commercial ROV. How it places and fixes a charge, and how it runs from the Deep Trekker REVOLUTION.

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