Phoenix International Expands Underwater Inspection Capabilities with ROV Acquisitions

27 August 2025

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Phoenix International Holdings, Inc. (Phoenix), a worldwide leader in manned and unmanned underwater solutions, has expanded its remotely operated vehicle (ROV) fleet with the recent acquisition of two inspection-class ROVs: a Chinook and a Mako, both built by SEAMOR Marine. The addition of these vehicles significantly enhances Phoenix’s capabilities in inland and nearshore environments, particularly for projects involving bridge and dam inspections, as well as offshore wind farm surveys.

The Chinook ROV is an industrial-grade system equipped with a dual-function gripper and rated to depths of 300 meters (1,000 feet). Its compact profile allows for efficient mobilization with minimal crew requirements and makes it ideally suited for deployment from smaller vessels of opportunity.

The slightly larger Mako ROV features a dual-function gripper and the same 300-meter depth rating, but with an open-frame design that offers versatile mounting options. Its 14 kg (30.8 lbs) payload capacity provides the flexibility to integrate advanced instrumentation, including multi-beam imaging sonars, to meet complex inspection demands.

“These new inspection-class ROVs greatly expand Phoenix’s ability to provide safe, efficient, and cost-effective subsea inspection solutions for our clients,” said Steven Benjamin, Phoenix Commercial Ops Program Manager. “We are proud to continue investing in advanced technology that supports critical infrastructure and renewable energy projects both inland and offshore.”