Saildrone Surveyor begins Mariana Islands mapping for Woolpert and NOAA
A Surveyor USV began a 13,000-square-nautical-mile bathymetric survey near the Mariana Islands.
Evidence notes
- Woolpert was selected by NOAA and partnered with Saildrone for autonomous data acquisition.
- Survey data was transmitted to Woolpert in near real time for processing and delivery.
- The underway contract was expected to conclude in May 2026.
Company context
Saildrone builds and operates uncrewed surface vehicles for maritime intelligence, ocean mapping, ISR and environmental monitoring. Its platforms combine wind or solar power, onboard sensing and autonomy for long-endurance ocean missions.