Possibilities and experiences with the Blueye underwater ROVs

Possibilities and experiences with the Blueye underwater ROVs

The Blueye team and our customers are constantly using the underwater drones in new scenarios and different environments. This gives us first-hand experience from real-world experiences as well as performance measurements for our technology. Below you will find an overview of selected user-stories and news from Blueye.

22 articles

2026

The next generation of Blueye ROVs: Introducing X7, X3 Ultra, and the Blueye Cloud

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

The next generation of Blueye ROVs: Introducing X7, X3 Ultra, and the Blueye Cloud

Today we're launching three new products: The Blueye X7 flagship ROV, the compact X3 Ultra with 4K video and onboard AI, and Blueye Cloud for seamless fleet and mission management, free for all customers.

Introducing Blueye Cloud — your underwater data, all in one place

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Introducing Blueye Cloud — your underwater data, all in one place

Blueye Cloud opens in open beta on May 19th, 2026 — a new online platform for managing your Blueye drone fleet, replaying dives on a map, sharing projects and inspection reports, and (opt-in) generating reports with AI.

Voice Recording: Narrate your inspection dives directly in the Blueye App

Friday, April 24, 2026

Voice Recording: Narrate your inspection dives directly in the Blueye App

With the Blueye App v5.4 and Blunux v4.6, you can forward audio from your iOS or Android device directly to the drone, recording voice commentary as part of your inspection video.

Training the Royal Netherlands Army for operational use of the Blueye ROV

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Training the Royal Netherlands Army for operational use of the Blueye ROV

Following delivery to the Royal Netherlands Navy, Blueye conducted hands-on training with Army personnel to support a smooth transition from system deployment to operational use.

Underwater ROV operations in mixed reality with Samsung Galaxy XR

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Underwater ROV operations in mixed reality with Samsung Galaxy XR

The Samsung Galaxy XR, powered by Android XR, brings mixed reality underwater operations to the Android ecosystem. In this article, we share our experience using the Galaxy XR with the Blueye X3.

How to use an underwater drone | A complete guide for getting started with a Blueye ROV

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

How to use an underwater drone | A complete guide for getting started with a Blueye ROV

Learn how a Blueye underwater drone works, what it is used for, and what you should know as a new ROV user. Complete guide to inspection and work underwater.

Blunux Web App - A new way to access your underwater data

Friday, February 6, 2026

Blunux Web App - A new way to access your underwater data

With the Blunux Web App, you get easy access to images, videos, and files from your ROV directly in your browser.

2025

Blueye ROVs strengthens The Norwegian Customs’ border control

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Blueye ROVs strengthens The Norwegian Customs’ border control

he Norwegian Customs adopts Blueye ROV technology to improve safety and efficiency in underwater vessel and port inspections.

UUV, ROV, AUV & USV – Differences and Use Cases

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

UUV, ROV, AUV & USV – Differences and Use Cases

Learn the key differences between UUV, ROV, AUV and USV – how they operate, where they’re used, and their role in underwater missions.

Using ROVs in marine research to restore the Oslofjord

Friday, October 31, 2025

Using ROVs in marine research to restore the Oslofjord

Discover how the non-profit Marea uses the Blueye X3 underwater drone for marine research and restoration of the Oslofjord, combining science, outreach, and technology.

ROV regulations: What you need to know

Friday, September 26, 2025

ROV regulations: What you need to know

What are the rules for diving with ROVs? ROV standards, laws, and safety.

Blueye Robotics awarded contract to deliver underwater ROVs to the Netherlands Royal Navy for Army, Navy and Mine Countermeasure Operations

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Blueye Robotics awarded contract to deliver underwater ROVs to the Netherlands Royal Navy for Army, Navy and Mine Countermeasure Operations

Blueye Robotics, together with local partner RVI Tools, has secured a major international contract to supply underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to the Netherlands Royal Navy.

Blueye Robotics awarded contract with the Norwegian Customs for delivery of underwater drones for vessel inspection

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Blueye Robotics awarded contract with the Norwegian Customs for delivery of underwater drones for vessel inspection

Blueye Robotics has been awarded the contract to deliver underwater drones to the Norwegian Customs. The agency will strengthen its inspection capabilities, with the aim of conducting more thorough inspections of vessels arriving in Norway.

Your Guide to Blueye Support: Help Center, Repairs and Warranty

Friday, July 25, 2025

Your Guide to Blueye Support: Help Center, Repairs and Warranty

Learn how Blueye helps you stay operational. This guide explains how to contact support, when to use the Help Center, how repairs are handled, and how extended warranty and routine care can reduce downtime and unexpected costs.

Surveillance of Critical Underwater Infrastructure using modern underwater technology

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Surveillance of Critical Underwater Infrastructure using modern underwater technology

Learn how Europe is addressing threats to critical underwater infrastructure like subsea cables and pipelines. Explore new technologies, smart surveillance methods, and the SeaSEC initiative featuring Blueye Robotics’ underwater drone capabilities.

Cutting the cord - NTNU is removing the tether making the Blueye ROV an AUV

Friday, June 27, 2025

Cutting the cord - NTNU is removing the tether making the Blueye ROV an AUV

Cutting the cord - NTNU is removing the tether making the Blueye ROV an AUV. A PhD project about making the Blueye ROV autonomous.

Meet Blueye's 2025 summer interns

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Meet Blueye's 2025 summer interns

This summer, six interns joined Blueye Robotics to work on real-world projects - from sonar integration to redesigning the Blunux app - gaining hands-on experience across technical and commercial areas.

A decade below the surface

Monday, June 23, 2025

A decade below the surface

At Blueye Robotics, we belive knowledge is power - especially beneath the surface. Our underwater ROVs empower professionals to see more, understand more, and take confident action where it matters most.

From Sonar to 3D: Visualizing Submerged Infrastructure with the Blueye mini ROV and Imagenex 831L

Friday, May 23, 2025

From Sonar to 3D: Visualizing Submerged Infrastructure with the Blueye mini ROV and Imagenex 831L

Discover how the Blueye X3 and Imagenex 831L sonar enable 2D profiling and 3D modeling of underwater pipes and tunnels—featuring a real-world scan from the Dora submarine base in Trondheim.

The Blueye GPS: track and log your ROV’s position at the surface

Thursday, April 10, 2025

The Blueye GPS: track and log your ROV’s position at the surface

Introducing the Blueye GPS: a cost-effective solution ensuring accurate surface location tracking during each dive.

Do you need training to operate a Blueye ROV as an ROV pilot?

Monday, February 24, 2025

Do you need training to operate a Blueye ROV as an ROV pilot?

In this article, we explore how our training sessions can be beneficial and whether taking a Blueye ROV course is essential for becoming a skilled pilot

Extend your visibility underwater: Introducing the Oculus Multibeam Sonar integrated with the Blueye X3 ROV

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Extend your visibility underwater: Introducing the Oculus Multibeam Sonar integrated with the Blueye X3 ROV

Adding a sonar to your ROV enables you to see beyond the onboard camera. The Blueye X3 ROV can attach to multiple sonars, but in this article, we will go in-depth on the Oculus multibeam sonar from Blueprint Subsea.