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.

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

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day from Open Ocean Robotics!

Proudly founded and headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, Open Ocean Robotics designs and manufactures the DataXplorer™ USV right here in Canada, with more than 80% Canadian regional value content.

As Canada's only proven persistent dual-use USV, DataXplorer is helping advance maritime security, environmental monitoring, and ocean research through autonomous, zero-emission operations.

We're proud to contribute to Canada's growing blue economy while developing technology that helps better understand and protect our oceans, both at home and around the world.

Learn more about DataXplorer™: https://hubs.ly/Q04n7qlL0

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Canada Day!

06/19/2026

Thrilled to share that Open Ocean Robotics' solution featuring our DataXplorer™ USV and XplorerView™ mission portal has been deemed Awardable through the Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace PT Aisle!

The Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace is the premier offering of Tradewinds, the US Department of War’s (DoW’s) suite of tools and services designed to accelerate the procurement and adoption of AI/ML, data, and analytics capabilities.

We are excited to be part of this specialized platform that allows industry vendors to showcase successfully completed prototyping efforts. US government customers, please check out our 5 minute video solution on Tradewinds: at https://hubs.ly/Q04m1fC30.

06/09/2026

We're excited to be back in Tech Alley at COVE Demo Day 2026!

Last year, we put DataXplorer™ on the water in Halifax Harbour. This year, we're bringing that same mission capability to the booth with live demonstrations of XplorerView™, our browser based platform for monitoring and managing persistent maritime operations.

Stop by to see how operators can track assets, monitor activity, and gain real time awareness from anywhere in the world. While DataXplorer™ won't be on the water this year, enjoy this video of last year's demonstration that offers a glimpse of the capability behind our DX Protect solution for Maritime Domain Awareness.

Will you be at COVE Demo Day? Come visit us in Tech Alley and see what's new.

06/08/2026

Today, on World Ocean Day, we reaffirm our commitment to a future where ocean monitoring is both effective and sustainable.

The ocean connects us all, supporting biodiversity, regulating our climate, and sustaining communities around the world. Protecting it starts with understanding it, and understanding it requires persistent, accessible, and environmentally responsible data collection.

At Open Ocean Robotics, our mission is to help better understand and protect our oceans through zero-emission autonomous technology. Every mission contributes to a growing body of knowledge while reducing the environmental footprint traditionally associated with ocean operations.

As we reflect on World Ocean Day, we're proud to share the impact our technology has delivered to date, including 4843 tonnes of GHG emissions avoided, 5M+ hectares of MPAs patrolled, and 10K+ operational hours with 20+ DataXplorer USVs made.

These metrics represent more than numbers. They represent a commitment to advancing ocean intelligence while preserving the very environments we seek to understand.

Together, we can build a future where innovation and stewardship go hand in hand.

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