Submersibles
DOER Marine is at the forefront of designing and manufacturing advanced fully classed human occupied submersible vehicles, catering to a wide range of underwater exploration and research needs from one person to ten passenger systems. DOER was the first to obtain dual classification on a submersible for both research and tourism applications. In addition to ground up and bespoke builds, we assist clients with operations, training, re-fits, launch and recovery systems, equipment integration, and recertification work on existing systems. DOER designed and built the first ABS classed cinema camera housings for use by the BBC and NHK television and undertook the research to validate the safety of acrylics on submersibles operating in polar waters. Ancillary equipment designed and built by DOER, including manipulators, compensators, releases, and sampling tools have been proven to full ocean depth on submersibles. Robust and reliable, DOER’s submersibles enable deep-sea exploration with precision and safety, making them a preferred choice for oceanographers, marine biologists, and industry professionals. With a commitment to sustainability, excellence and innovation, DOER Marine continues to push the boundaries of underwater exploration.
Built for Deep Sea Research, Exploration, and Film Making
Our flagship submersible is the Ocean Explorer HOV1000. It is a modern and customizable human-occupied vehicle representing the next generation research submersibles. Developed in collaboration with scientists, film makers, and explorers, Ocean Explorer is small enough to be shipped in a sea container and launched from a variety of platforms. A dedicated mother ship is not required. With the ability to dive to depths of 1000 meters, the HOV1000 provides the gift of time to ocean scientists, marine archaeologists, and deep-sea explorers.
The HOV1000 has a fully classed pressure hull designed to provide excellent fields of view. Standard seating arrangement is for 3 people with other options available. It is designed to carry DOER’s fully classed cinema camera housing and comes equipped with one or two five function Sea Mantis manipulators.
Reef Rover
Created in homage to the original record setting Deep Rover, this design is a practical, stable and cost effective system for maximum depths of 1000m. These systems can accommodate one or two people.
Honu Class
Coming soon!
Project gallery
From ideation to reality, we take the time to understand the needs of our clients and build completely custom underwater vehicles. Take a look at some of our previous work below. We're also proud to announce that we are winners of theManufacturer of the Year award from the AMBayArea. 2024 has certainly been a special year for us at DOER Marine.
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