News


02/02/2021

Oakhaven Hospice

Spectrum recently donated £500 to  Oakhaven Hospice , a very worthy cause.

The funds were raised through staff exercise efforts, where for every 10 km cycled, and every 5 km ran or walked, £1 would be donated. Over 5,500 km were covered in 2020 by the Spectrum team.

We will continue to support Oakhaven Hospice in 2021.


03/12/2020

Intertidal Magnetometer Surveys 


The Spectrum team have recently completed an intertidal magnetometer survey to identify existing infrastructure, including a buried pipeline. The survey involved using both marine and aerial magnetometer methods and marked the inaugural commercial flight of our new AeroMag™ system.

This system utilises RTK positioning with the latest MFAM™ caesium magnetometer technology from  Geometrics Inc. , sampling data at 1000 Hz, making magnetometer data acquisition over these shallow intertidal waters areas faster, more accurate and easily accessible.

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28/07/2020

London Wreck Survey


Spectrum recently carried out a high resolution multibeam survey of the London wreck site on behalf of MSDS Marine.
 

Located in the Thames Estuary, London was a Second Rate ‘Large Ship’ built in Chatham in 1656 during the Interregnum. She is known for having formed a part of the English Squadron sent to collect Charles II from the Netherlands and restore him to his throne in an effort to end the anarchy which followed the death of Cromwell in 1658.

The London was blown up accidentally on passage from Chatham in March 1665. Approximately 300 people are thought to have died.

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07/07/2021

Westermost Rough


We recently completed a support survey for  Ørsted ’s Westermost Rough Offshore Windfarm, using our vessel, Spectrum 2.

We are proud to continue providing survey support for Wind Farms on the North-East Coast of England.

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23/06/2020

Borssele Offshore Windfarm


Using Spectrum 2 we recently completed a project providing construction support surveys for  Ørsted 's Borssele Offshore Wind Farm.

Once completed Borssele will be the largest offshore windfarm in the Netherlands

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09/06/2020

MHO Grimsby 


To carry out our construction survey support role on  Ørsted 's Hornsea Offshore Windfarm survey equipment has been mobilised on the dedicated project vessel MHO Grimsby, to meet the highest project specifications.

Paul Duncan, Ørsted Geoscience Construction Manager for HOW02 said: “We are pleased to be working with UK-based Spectrum again. The benefits of having a dedicated survey vessel on location is that it will provide the necessary support for our construction teams who will be working across the project from nearshore to offshore.”

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08/06/2020

Hornsea Two


Spectrum Geosurvey have been awarded the 24-month construction survey support contract on  Ørsted ’s Hornsea offshore wind farm. This will see Spectrum Geosurvey provide Hornsea Two with an “on-demand” geophysical survey capacity.

Jess Hanham , Spectrum Geosurvey’s commercial director said; “The contract award continues Spectrum’s excellent reputation in supporting major offshore wind farm construction in North-Western Europe. We are delighted to secure another long-term contract allowing us to further invest in new technology and our highly skilled work force.

Spectrum look forward to continuing to provide their services in support of the offshore wind industry and working closely with Ørsted and their Geoscience team”.

Hornsea Two is set to become the world’s largest offshore wind farm once complete, providing green electricity to well over 1.3 million homes once complete.

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11/05/2020

Spectrum 1 Completion 

Spectrum Vessel Services have recently invested in their vessel, Spectrum 1. 

They have upgraded the engines and gearboxes so she now runs even more efficiently. This combined with a new interior and modernised windows means she looks great inside and out!

A big thank you to Alicat Workboats Ltd for making this happen. We are really pleased with the results!


25/03/2020

Spectrum 2


Spectrum 2 has recently completed multibeam and side scan sonar survey operations in support of two major offshore windfarms off the North East Coast of England.

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Spectrum are proud to be working on key infrastructure projects. 

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02/03/2020

SS Spaarndam Wreck Survey


Spectrum Offshore have recently carried out a high resolution multibeam survey of the SS Spaarndam Wreck located in the outer Thames Estuary.

Built in 1919, the SS Spaarndam was a passenger/cargo ship. On 27th November 1939, while en route from New Orleans to Rotterdam, she struck a mine. She was manoeuvred onto a bank and set on fire. Seven lives were lost.  

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11/02/2020

New UAV


Spectrum UAV have invested in another UAV to complement its other aircraft. 

This system will carry the SUAV DG-1 Payload capable of providing high accuracy positioning to multiple survey sensors, whilst utilising Direct Georeferecning (DG) Technology for photogrammetry surveys. It is also capable of carrying a wide range of other payloads from a 30x optical zoom inspection camera, thermal imaging camera & multispectal camera. 

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05/02/2020

Spectrum 1 Refit

Our vessel, Spectrum 1, is currently undergoing a major refit at Alicat Workboats Ltd. After 5 years of service she is undergoing a well earned transformation to improve her joint CTV and survey capabilities. We are excited to see the end result and for her to recommence her CTV and survey workscopes. 

If you think our vessels could suit your requirements for survey/CTV, get in touch!


04/02/2020

Spectrum Offshore Remote Surveys


We have successfully trialled a new system which allows us to carry out survey operations remotely on our vessel, Spectrum 2, from our Head Office in Lymington. 

If you think one of our survey installations could be a practical solution on your vessel, please get in touch! 

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13/01/2020

Oceanology International 2020


Spectrum Offshore Limited will be exhibiting at Oceanology International 2020.

Held at ExCel London from 17th - 19th March 2020, this is the world's leading forum for marine science and ocean technology. 

Come and see us on stand P451!

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10/01/2020

Spectrum Offshore Intertidal Surveys


Spectrum Geosurvey have recently used a new tracked Gator setup to carry out a beach survey.

This unique vehicle was mobilised with our UAV navigation technology alongside other equipment. Combined with a traditional, vessel based multibeam element provided by Spectrum Geosurvey, this allows us to seamlessly survey the entire intertidal zone; a region that is notoriously difficult to access!

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12/12/2019

Achilles UVDB Audit

 

Our Geosurvey department have passed the Achilles UVDB Category B2 audit with flying colours, achieving a near perfect score of 99%.

26/11/2019

WindEurope Offshore 2019

 

Spectrum Offshore will be attending the WindEurope offshore 2019 Conference in Copenhagen this week. 

We look forward to meeting and connecting with other companies investing in the offshore wind industry.

03/09/2019

Hornsea Project One Offshore Windfarm Completion


After 18-months our work on Hornsea Project One, set to be the world's largest offshore wind farm, is complete. 

We would like to thank everyone for their great work!

29/08/2019

ISO Re-certification

 

We are proud to announce that Lloyd's Register have re-certified our ISO 9001 Quality, ISO18001 Health & Safety and ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.

The scope of this certification encompasses our Vessel Services, Geosurvey, Geophysics and UAV offerings - demonstrating our group wide commitment to high QHSE standards.

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16/05/2019

EEEGR Southern North Sea 2019 Conference


Our director, Adam Cross, recently spoke about addressing the issue of survey in the intertidal zone and the benefits offered by UAV direct georeferencing and magnetometry for UXO detection

03/04/2019

UAV Magnetometer Surveys

 

Our solution combines the latest Geometrics Inc. UAV-deployable magnetometer with our in house developed DG-1 positioning system and has the capability to perform UXO surveys in areas that are difficult to access.


 

02/04/2019

UAV Direct Georeferencing with Applanix 

 
Applanix Corporation h ave released an integration story on Spectrum UAV's survey grade direct georeferencing system. Check out the full article below.
 

Spectrum Offshore are specialists in in high resolution, high accuracy survey data acquisition. Spectrum UAV are now able to offer Direct Georeferenced (DG) Photogrammetry data using our own in house developed DG System.


07/03/2019

Spectrum Offshore are exhibiting at Ocean Business 2019


Spectrum Offshore will be exhibiting next month at Ocean Business 2019 from the 9th - 11th April. Come see us at Stand W64 to see our custom built UAV, and find out more about our combined marine survey services and expertise in supporting construction in the offshore renewables sector.

04/03/2019

Spectrum Offshore joins EEEGR

 

We're proud to announce that Specturm Offshore is now a member of The East of England Energy Group ( EEEGR ).

EEEGR provide a collective voice from businesses in the energy industry in the East of England, and offer a wealth of industry knowledge and news. We're looking forward to contributing to, and benefiting from the energy expertise offered by EEEGR members. Check out their website here:  https://www.eeegr.com/

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10/01/2019

Direct Georeferencing with Spectrum UAV


Spectrum Offshore are specialists in in high resolution, high accuracy survey data acquisition. Spectrum UAV are now able to offer Direct Georeferenced (DG) Photogrammetry data using our own in house developed DG System.

The Trimble Inc. - Applanix Corporation integrated GNSS/INS positioning system results in quicker acquisition, processing and data deliverables for our clients. High accuracy surveys can be performed without ground control points (GCP), allowing safe access to previously inaccessible areas, such as intertidal zones without putting personnel at risk or compromising on survey accuracy. Get in touch to find out more at: info@spectrum-offshore.com .

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21/12/2018

Geophysicist Recruitment


We are looking to expand our team further by offering opportunities for Hydrographic Surveyors and a Geophysicist to join our growing team.

Working with Spectrum will offer rapid development opportunities and expertise progression, a competitive salary, and support within a great team with decades worth of experience. For more information head over to our careers page.

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12/12/2018

Enhancing Our UAV Capabilities


We’re trialing some exciting new geophysics equipment this week using our own custom-built drone. Stay tuned for future developments!

Spectrum UAV are specialists in high resolution photogrammetry, asset inspection surveys, RTK positioning and aerial filming. If you’re interested in the services we can provide, feel free to contact us at: info@spectrum-offshore.com

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05/12/2018

Welcome Spectrum 2!


Spectrum Vessel Services have recently added a new vessel to expand our fleet – the Spectrum 2. Spectrum 2 is a dual-purpose utility vessel designed to support our existing contracts and looking to expand our services further.

The Spectrum 2 will offer a wide range of services including hydrographic and geophysical survey, crew transfer, oceanographic monitoring and more! If interested in the services we’re able to offer feel free to send us an enquiry email at: info@spectrum-offshore.com .

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06/11/2018

We're Recruiting!

 

We believe the quality of our staff is the number one reason for the many successful testimonials and reviews we receive from our clients. Our personnel set us apart from others by achieving excellency and precision in all they do. With that in mind we’re looking to expand our team further, by recruiting a full time Hydrographic Surveyor and a Graduate Surveyor.

These positions will work alongside our team to support our survey works for Offshore renewable energy projects around the UK and Europe. 

Working with Spectrum we offer rapid development opportunities and expertise progression, a competitive salary, and support within a great team with decades worth of experience. 

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04/06/2018

Spectrum Offshore awarded 5 year contract with London Array OWF


Spectrum Offshore are delighted to announce the successful award of contract for the combined crew transfer and survey services for London Array windfarm for the next 5 years.

Spectrum Offshore have closely worked with London Array over the past 5 years to provide the highest quality geophysical datasets and crew transfer support services to ensure the smooth operation and performance of one of the World’s largest windfarms.
Jonathan Duffy, General Manager of London Array said:

“The team at Spectrum Offshore have had a longstanding involvement with London Array and I am pleased the relationship is now set to continue for a further five years. The company will be providing a range of high quality services to support our Operations and Maintenance team, from high resolution bathymetric surveys to crew transfer. Their ongoing support will help ensure the continued success of the wind farm.”

We look forward to working closely with London Array over the coming years. 

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04/05/2018

Spectrum Offshore awarded their first UXO survey


Vattenfall have recently awarded Spectrum Offshore their first unexploded ordnance (UXO) survey in Danish Waters. The coastal geophysical surveys are to assist with Vattenfall's development of the Vesterhav Offshore Wind Farm projects on the west coast of Jutland.

Spectrum Offshore will utilise their geophysical and hydrographic expertise to provide a shallow water dataset consisting of high-resolution multibeam echosounder, backscatter, magnetometer and parametric sub-bottom profiler.

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11/04/2018

Spectrum Offshore have been awarded the offshore construction support survey contract by Ørsted on Hornsea Project One Offshore Wind Farm


The survey work is being conducted aboard the Crew Transfer Vessel, Rix Leopard. Spectrum have mobilised their in-house, custom designed survey installation to accommodate high resolution multibeam echosounder, parametric sub-bottom profiler and USBL systems.

Hornsea Project One is located 120km east of the Yorkshire coast, and will become the world’s largest offshore wind farm when it becomes operational, expected to be in 2020.

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06/04/2018

Spectrum Offshore takes delivery of their first Geometrics Magnetometer

 

Spectrum Offshore have recently received delivery of their first Geometrics G-882 marine magnetometer. The new system is the latest addition to our growing equipment pool and will enhance the geophysical survey services we can provide, including nearshore and offshore unexploded ordnance (UXO) surveys.

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05/04/2017

Spectrum Offshore places order for their first UAV

 

Spectrum UAV have placed an order for their first UAV which will be built to a custom specification, to meet the demanding needs of the offshore and terrestrial environments. The UAV will have an industry leading specification and will be able to undertake inspection and survey projects.

The custom build survey spread will encompass Trimble Applanix GNSS equipment and will be capable of Direct Georeferencing to ensure surveys can be completed over any area efficiently and without the need to setup ground control points.

This exciting development will build on Spectrum Offshore’s capabilities and services allowing for a full in-house suite of cost effective solutions.

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25/11/2017

Spectrum Offshore completes survey on West of Duddon Sands Offshore Wind Farm


Spectrum Offshore have successfully completed a debris clearance survey prior to jack up operations taking place on West of Duddon Sands offshore wind farm.

The survey was conducted using the Njord Lapwing , which Spectrum Offshore have mobilised for Ørsted with their multibeam echosounder and sub-bottom profiler systems to support the construction phase of the Walney Extension Offshore Wind Farm.

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01/11/2017

Spectrum Offshore now has CAA permission for commercial UAV operations


Spectrum Offshore have launched their Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) survey division and has gained CAA permission for commercial UAV operations.

Spectrum UAV will be focused on providing cost-effective aerial survey and asset inspection solutions for the offshore and onshore industrial and construction sectors.

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01/10/2017

Spectrum Offshore support Ørsted on Hornsea Offshore Wind Farm


Spectrum Offshore have been tasked with supporting boulder clearance operations on the Hornsea Project One (HOW01) export cable routes.

The multibeam survey was conducted using the Foryd Bay , which Spectrum Offshore have
mobilised with a multibeam echosounder and USBL system.

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01/3/2017

Spectrum Offshore support DONG Energy on Walney Extension Offshore Wind Farm


Spectrum Offshore have been awarded a construction support survey contract by DONG Energy on Walney Extension Offshore Wind Farm.

The work will be conducted aboard Njord Lapwing , which Spectrum Offshore will mobilise with their multibeam echosounder and sub-bottom profiler systems to perform high resolution multibeam and export cable depth of burial surveys during the construction phase.

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07/12/2016

Spectrum Offshore launch their geophysical survey division


Spectrum Offshore have launched their geophysical survey division. Rob Arnold has joined Spectrum Geophysics to help with the ongoing growth and development of services to the nearshore and offshore survey industry.

Rob has over 9 years’ experience as a marine geophysicist including the acquisition, processing and interpretation of high resolution geophysical data for a wide range of marine surveys, technical reporting, data management & survey consultancy.

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