Open Ocean Robotics

Name: Open Ocean Robotics
Address: Victoria, BC, CA
Telephone: +12505802628

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Solar powered autonomous boats providing real time information to understand and protect our oceans.

10/06/2026

Heading to DEFSEC Atlantic this week?

Open Ocean Robotics CCO Sam Macdonald will be onsite at DEFSEC Atlantic in Halifax on Wednesday, October 7, connecting with leaders across the defence and security community.

Whether you're exploring persistent maritime surveillance, autonomous systems, or new approaches to maritime domain awareness, Sam would love to hear about your operational needs and discuss how Open Ocean Robotics can support your next mission.

If you're attending DEFSEC Atlantic, be sure to connect with Sam and say hello!

10/05/2026

Open Ocean Robotics CEO Julie Angus will be attending the Next-Generation Maritime Autonomy TechSurge hosted by the Marine Technology Society from October 6–8, joining experts from across the industry to explore the technologies shaping the future of autonomous maritime operations.

Julie will take the stage twice during the event:

🌊 October 6 | 1:55–2:10 PM
Beyond Moorings: Continuous Ocean Observations with a Compact Solar-Powered USV
Julie will share how solar-powered USVs can enable persistent, mobile ocean observations beyond the limitations of traditional fixed monitoring platforms.

🤖 October 7 | 3:35–5:00 PM
Uncrewed Maritime Systems: A Founder’s View
Julie will join fellow founders from Bubble Robotics, Oceanbotics, and Orpheus Ocean for a panel exploring the opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned while advancing uncrewed maritime systems.

If you’re attending the TechSurge, be sure to catch Julie’s sessions and connect with her during the event!

09/24/2026

That’s a wrap on another successful COAST Ocean Tech Live: Demo Day in Victoria!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, watched DataXplorer in action on the water, and heard from our CTO, Dr. Fritz Stahr, about how these little USVs are making a big difference in ocean monitoring.

Taking place just steps from our Victoria headquarters, it’s always inspiring to see the turnout for this event and the passion our community has for ocean technology and innovation.

Keep an eye out for DataXplorer testing in Victoria Harbour, and we look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

09/08/2026

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team in Victoria, BC!

This is a hands-on senior engineering role with significant technical ownership, including design leadership, technical decision making, and mentorship across the development lifecycle.

Apply now: https://hubs.ly/Q04wZK0f0

08/11/2026

Heading to SMM Hamburg?

Open Ocean Robotics is looking forward to joining maritime leaders at SMM Hamburg this September, where CEO and Co-founder Julie Angus will also be attending All About Ports to connect with port authorities, operators, and industry partners exploring the future of autonomous maritime operations.

From enhancing port awareness to supporting environmental monitoring and maritime security, we're excited to discuss how persistent, zero-emission USVs can help ports expand their operational capabilities.

If you're attending SMM or All About Ports and would like to meet, we'd love to connect.

08/07/2026

We weren't kidding when we said DataXplorer™ was compact.

Welcome to the Open Ocean Robotics edition of Where's Waldo? 👀

Somewhere in this marina is a DataXplorer patiently waiting for recovery after another successful day on the water. Think you've spotted it? Let us know in the comments!

Small enough for shallow-water operations. Capable enough for big missions.

07/30/2026

One flip. Zero interruptions.

Every DataXplorer undergoes rigorous rollbar buoyancy testing during production to validate one of its most distinctive capabilities: a patented self-righting system designed to help the USV recover from a capsize and continue its mission.

While rough seas are an inevitable part of operating offshore, they don't have to mean the end of a deployment. Our rollbar design has been proven across missions in challenging conditions, giving operators confidence that their platform is built to recover, remain operational, and keep collecting valuable data.

It's one of the many ways we engineer DataXplorer for persistence—not just endurance. Because success at sea isn't measured by avoiding every challenge, but by continuing the mission when those challenges arise.

That's the advantage of designing for the real world.

07/24/2026

Three DataXplorers back on shore after another productive day of testing.

Behind every successful mission is a team committed to putting our technology through its paces. Regular, real-world testing allows us to validate new capabilities, refine mission workflows, and ensure every DataXplorer is ready for the challenges our customers face on the water.

Just as important is the simplicity of the operation itself. Efficient launch and recovery mean more time collecting valuable data and less time preparing for the mission—making persistent ocean monitoring practical at scale.

Days like this are how we continue building reliable, mission-ready USVs for customers around the world.

07/22/2026

Innovation doesn't happen by accident. It happens when talented people are given the opportunity to solve meaningful problems.

Our latest article follows the journey of Data Scientist Carlos Serrouya, whose internship at Open Ocean Robotics became an opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of Enhanced Horizon™—our AI-powered vision system for persistent ocean monitoring.

From developing machine learning models to testing them in real-world marine environments, Carlos's experience highlights the kind of hands-on innovation that drives our technology forward. It's also a reminder that investing in emerging talent helps accelerate the future of ocean robotics.

As Open Ocean Robotics continues to grow, we're committed to building a team where students, researchers, and industry professionals can collaborate to solve some of the ocean's most complex challenges.

Read Carlos's story and discover how one internship helped shape the future of AI-powered ocean monitoring: https://hubs.ly/Q04qlW3W0

07/08/2026

Are you passionate about the ocean and data science such as computer vision, machine learning, and signal processing? Are you interested in advancing autonomous navigation and more intelligent edge computing? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a Co-op/Intern Data Scientist to join our team for a 12-month coop/internship opportunity starting in the fall. The ideal candidate will have a strong enthusiasm for machine learning and computer vision, as well as a passion for the ocean and robotics, and be able to work onsite at our office in Victoria.

Apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q04nWR8x0

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