University of East Anglia · Awarded contract
Awarded

Supply and Installation of Aquarium for Seaglider Testing and Commissioning at University of East Anglia

Awarded 30 May 2023

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Awarded30 May 2023
Value£0.00
SupplierAquarium Technology Ltd
AgencyUniversity of East Anglia
RegionEast of England
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 3y ago5mo term
Awarded 30 May 2023Expired 31 Oct 2023

About

University of East Anglia awarded a contract to Aquarium Technology Ltd for the supply and installation of an aquarium to test and commission Seagliders, autonomous underwater vehicles owned and operated by the university's Centre for Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences.

The aquarium, sized 3m x 2m x 2.25m with a capacity of approximately 15,000 litres, will be used to submerge Seagliders in a seawater-based medium for testing, ballasting, and operation observation.

The salinity of the water is manually adjusted to match the deployment ocean.

This facility supports UEA's research projects and income generation, as UEA is the only UK university operating these specialised vehicles.

The installation and commissioning dates will be agreed with the Principal Contractor, who is yet to be appointed.

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