What we do

The International Blue Economy Robotarium – the Blue Robotarium – combines advancements in robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and data management to drive sustainable growth in the blue economy.

Through our world-leading expertise in robotics, marine energy technologies and offshore operations, the Blue Robotarium alliance is Scotland’s epicentre for testing and development of robotics and AI solutions for the marine and blue economy sectors.

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Our Mission

To develop and support new autonomous underwater vehicles and AI-driven management systems for the marine industry

Conduct and deliver research projects and field trials that solve complex marine challenges and conditions  

Support development, deployment and testing of smart machines in marine operations

Build a thriving international ecosystem for testing and development of robotics, AI and data-management systems

Accelerate the adoption of robotics and AI across the global blue economy

Enable safer operations, more sustainable industries and greater prosperity for island and coastal communities

Inform global standards and policies in sustainable blue economy solutions  

Generate knowledge, skills and economic value for local and national communities, and society as a whole

Our Assets

  • Access to a team of 400 service specialists within the cluster
  • Testing and demonstration spaces, utilising Orkney’s unique geographical diversity and conditions
  • Cutting-edge equipment, technology, vessels and services

Other services include

  • Testing, demonstration and performance validation of Robotic and Autonomous systems (RAS) for marine operations
  • RAS deployment programme management and facilitation
  • Wider sectoral development and capacity building

Get in touch

If you’re looking to test, develop or deploy robotics and AI solutions for the blue economy, are interested in collaborating or simply want to find out more about the Blue Robotarium, we’d love to hear from you!

The International Blue Economy Robotarium

Orkney Research & Innovation Campus
The Robert Rendall Building
Franklin Road
Stromness
Orkney
KW16 3AN

The International Blue Economy Robotarium is supported by TalEntEd Islands Programme.

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