We’re excited to announce the successful completion of the first offshore deployment of the AeroMAG® UAMS, our drone-based magnetometer system, designed to detect unexploded ordnance (UXO). The survey took place earlier this year in shallow waters (0–4 m LAT) over 20 km offshore and marks a major step forward in safe, efficient UXO clearance in marine environments.
This project showcases the power of combining innovative airborne technology with traditional marine operations. Following rigorous preparation and flight testing, we completed the mission over three times faster than our conventional towed floating frame method, MAGcat® – all while maintaining the highest safety and data standards.
A major highlight was the introduction of Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) positioning capability to the system. This is a technique that improves GPS accuracy by correcting data after the flight, allowing us to achieve centimetre-level accuracy, even in remote offshore conditions where live corrections are often unreliable. The result? Highly precise data, better target confidence, and more efficient operations – all without the need for real-time corrections.
This deployment has quite literally expanded the operational horizon for AeroMAG® UAMS, proving it to be a reliable and scalable solution for surveying areas where traditional marine methods face limitations.
A huge thanks to our client and their UXO consultant for embracing this unique approach, and to Nexus UAS for providing top-tier training and support — helping our pilots reach new heights.