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About XLX-C

XLX-C is Forum Energy Technologies' compact hydraulic work-class remotely operated vehicle for deepwater survey and intervention. A machined frame, high-power thrusters and configurable tooling support inspection, construction, maintenance, submarine rescue preparation and other demanding subsea operations.

The vehicle is available for 3,000, 4,000 or 6,000-metre depths and supplies up to 150 kilowatts of power. It carries 350 kilograms of payload, provides 4,000 kilograms of through-frame lift and produces 850 kilograms of bollard pull. FET has delivered XLX-C systems to offshore construction, vessel and naval operators and provides commissioning, upgrades and round-the-clock lifecycle support.

Operations

Deliveries
2 XLX-C ROVs delivered - 2025-09-09 - United Arab Emirates - FET reported that two XLX-C ROVs had been delivered to a UAE-based offshore construction firm.
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Timeline

Forum Energy Technologies secures order for two XLX-C ROVs from CCC
2025-06-24 - Commercial Order - The two 200 hp XLX-C systems are specified for construction, drill support, pipeline and platform inspection, survey, salvage and cleaning services. The first ROV was scheduled for delivery in November 2025 and the second for June 2026. Each system includes ICE Unity dynamic-positioning controls, a Type 5C Top Hat tether-management system and a 3,300 m umbilical, with manufacturing at Forum's Kirkbymoorside facility.
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