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The MERLIN project develops autonomous surface and underwater vessels powered by hydrogen fuel cells and renewable energy. These vessels perform tasks like seabed mapping, marine habitat monitoring, and infrastructure inspection, operating independently or in coordination with support vessels.
The importance of our seas and oceans to the economy and societal well-being is broadly acknowledged.
In addition, offshore infrastructure in the form of ports, wind farms, aquaculture facilities, natural gas pipes, etc. has continuously expanded and has become more commonplace in recent years.
Activities associated with seabed mapping, monitoring of the health and status of marine habitats, offshore infrastructure inspection, seabed mining and underwater sensing have traditionally been based on…
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
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Belgium, Zaventem
Type: SME
Activity type: Private for-profit entities (excluding Higher or Secondary Education Establishments)
SME: Yes
Italy, Genova
Type: SME
Activity type: Private for-profit entities (excluding Higher or Secondary Education Establishments)
SME: Yes
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Greece, SOUDA CRETE
Type: SME
Activity type: Private for-profit entities (excluding Higher or Secondary Education Establishments)
SME: Yes
Spain, Ciudad Real
Type: University / higher education
Activity type: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
SME: No
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