What we measure
Metocean
Ocean intelligence made simple
A durable ocean sensing platform designed for rapid deployment, the Spotter delivers real-time surface and subsurface data via cellular or satellite connectivity. Scalable, customizable, and proven in extreme marine environments, it enables high-quality observations of waves, temperatures, currents, and water quality.
Built for scalable, real-time ocean monitoring
Modular, multimodal sensing networks that collect and transmit accurate, research-grade ocean data in real-time.
Connected
Use the HT-Intelligence or API to access real-time ocean data sent via cellular/satellite and stored in the cloud. Two-way communication reduces downtime and enables over-the-air firmware updates.
Scalable
Significantly lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional platforms. Deploy Spotters at scale to maximise the spatial density of observational networks.
Easy-to-deploy
Easy to deploy by hand, without the need for prior experience. Its rugged design has enabled thousands of successful deployments from all types of vessels.
Rugged & Reliable
Designed by ocean engineers and scientists, it has been proven to withstand any marine environment, from ice and high latitudes to extreme heat. Operates continuously using a solar-rechargeable battery.
How we bring Metocean expertise to you
Study the Surface
Rapidly deploy the solar-powered Spotter buoy — either moored or free-drifting — to capture real-time data on waves, wind (derived), sea surface temperature, and atmospheric pressure.
Below the Surface
Extend Spotter’s data collection capabilities underwater with the intelligent Smart Mooring cable. Easily add and swap sensors as needs evolve with Bristlemouth-enabled nodes. Measure subsurface temperature, water level, currents, and water quality out of the box.
Fully Custom
Equip the Spotter system with additional off-the-shelf sensors and devices using the Bristlemouth open ocean connectivity standard. Leverage the Bristlemouth Development Kit to simplify complex customizations.
Additional Services
From mooring design to system updates, we offer multiple support services to make the initial setup, use and maintenance of your system easy.
Start with one, scale into a network
Deploy multiple Spotters in an array to increase the spatial density of observations and enable more dynamic modeling.
Spotter
Standalone
With Smart Mooring
With Smart Mooring and Britslemouth DevKit
Deployment configurations
Free-drifting
Moored
In an Array
Small size, big value
