Partners can contribute to MGEOMETOC COE’s activities as well as access its products and services as agreed by the Steering Committee (SC).
MGEOMETOC COE recognizes the value of relationships with non-NATO Nations and Partners, since this provides an opportunity for experts from different Nations to come together, interact and complete professional training across key subject areas.
Cooperation with Academia, Industry, Think Thanks, and other organizations is of great importance to MGEOMETOC COE, as it allows the sharing of knowledge, expertise and capabilities, in order to foster innovation in the field of Maritime GEOMETOC.
In the context of the Robotic Experimentation Prototyping Augmented by Maritime Unmanned Systems Exercise 2023, Thales, as a Rapid Environmental Assessment partner, participated with their LIDAR sensor integrated into the Schiebel Camcopter for the bathymetric/object detection survey, in support of Amphibious Operations.
Teledyne Company has supported the Rapid Environmental Assessment operations in the REPMUS 23 exercise with new technology, to survey the underwater domain and collect oceanographic environmental information.
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In collaboration with the Portuguese GEOMETOC Centre, the COE's Oceanography Staff Officer, Lieutenant Commander Florin Constantinoiu, presented a scientific article based on the results of the Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping augmented by Maritime Unmanned Systems 2023 (REPMUS 23) exercise.
Focusing on shallow water bathymetry, the study explores its importance in civil engineering, port management and military tactics, and describes various methods for shallow water bathymetry assessment using advanced sensor technologies such as LiDAR and MBES integrated into MUSs.
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A scientific poster on offshore hydrographic and oceanographic monitoring using ocean drones was presented in association with the Romanian "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati.
As the world's dependence on offshore energy resources grows, the use of maritime uncrewed systems is emerging as a promising strategy for protecting and monitoring vulnerable offshore platforms. As technology advances, these systems offer unprecedented opportunities to enhance the safety of offshore installations while maximising operational efficiency.
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The NATO Maritime GEOMETOC COE, together with the Romanian "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati and the Centre for Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering at the Portuguese "Instituto Superior Técnico", collaborated on an autonomous shallow water hydrographic survey using an uncrewed surface vessel (USV).
This paper outlines a reliable technique for efficient processing of hydrographic data acquired by a prototype USV owned by Unmanned Survey Solutions Corporation.
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As part of the Navy Leaders Conference, the NATO CEO's Oceanography Staff Officer discussed the key role of military exercises in advancing maritime capabilities. Focusing on autonomous underwater vehicles and cutting-edge maritime technologies, the discussion highlighted the strategic importance of the Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping with Maritime Unmanned Systems (REPMUS) exercise in fostering capability development and enhancing interoperability among NATO Allies.
Lieutenant Commander Florin Constantinoiu underscored the exercise's role in enhancing naval forces' proficiency in the use of autonomous underwater vehicles and the effective employment of unmanned maritime systems. Scheduled to take place from 9 to 27 September 2024, REPMUS is a cornerstone event in driving innovation and collaboration within the Alliance.
The Navy Leaders conference serves as a gathering point for the naval community, encompassing NATO member navies, industry partners, shipyards, integrators, technology providers, and the wider supply chain. It's a platform for sharing insights and expertise, fostering networking opportunities, and accessing market intelligence.
The NATO Maritime GEOMETOC Centre of Excellence, represented by Lt. Cdr. Laurențiu-Florin Constantinoiu, participated in the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (JMSE) webinar 2024 to showcase the Centre's expertise in maritime environmental knowledge.
During the event, Lt. Cdr. Constantinoiu presented on "The Use of Maritime Unmanned Systems for Critical Underwater Infrastructure Monitoring". His presentation highlighted the growing need to protect offshore energy assets from failure, sabotage, and environmental risks. He explored how Maritime Unmanned Systems offer a cost-effective, reliable solution for monitoring and securing underwater infrastructure, enhancing both operational efficiency and maritime security.
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NATO Centres of Excellence (COEs) are nationally or multinationally funded institutions that support the Alliance’s transformation. Although not part of the NATO command structure, they enhance interoperability, develop doctrine, test concepts, and provide advanced training – while avoiding duplication of existing capabilities.
Each COE specializes in a specific area, acting as a hub of expertise. They contribute through education, research, seminars, and experimentation, benefiting both NATO and partner nations.
COEs are established by Allies and accredited by Allied Command Transformation (ACT), which also oversees their coordination and assessment. Funding comes from participating nations, not NATO itself.
For more information and to download the COE Catalogue,
visit: https://www.act.nato.int/about/centres-of-excellence/