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.
2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Friday, September 26, 2025
ROV regulations: What you need to know
What are the rules for diving with ROVs? ROV standards, laws, and safety.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.