Autonomous Robotic Monitoring of Subsea Communication Cables
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory · Awarded contract
AwardedAutonomous Robotic Monitoring of Subsea Communication Cables
Awarded 29 Apr 2023
Awarded29 Apr 2023
Value£349,958.00
SupplierUniversity of Southampton
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryDefense & Aerospace
Ended 1y 6mo ago2y term
Awarded 29 Apr 2023Expired 29 Apr 2025
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The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory awarded a contract to the University of Southampton for autonomous robotic monitoring of subsea communication cables.
The contract, valued at AUD 349,958, was published for transparency purposes under a DASA contract.
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