Building Resilience Offshore: Why Backup Systems Matter More Than Ever
When satellite systems fail offshore, operations shouldn’t. That’s why NASNet® was developed to provide reliable, independent positioning when it matters most.
Satellite systems play a crucial role in offshore operations, from enabling accurate GPS positioning to supporting essential communications with colleagues and family. However, over the last decade, it has become clear that no matter how advanced or redundant these systems are, they remain vulnerable to external threats such as GNSS jamming and spoofing. As these incidents increase globally, disruption to positioning and situational awareness is becoming a growing concern.
NASNet® addresses this challenge by providing independent acoustic positioning that removes reliance on satellite systems and fills critical gaps in offshore infrastructure. When GNSS is disrupted, it keeps positioning available, maintains DP capability, and ensures operations continue without interruption. The result is safer, more resilient operations when it matters most.
Recently, when visiting one of our customer assets, we were reminded just how exposed operations can be in these situations. Despite having multiple redundant GPS systems onboard, all three satellite systems failed simultaneously. This highlighted the critical vulnerability in relying solely on satellite-based positioning.
Solutions like NASNet® are designed to meet this challenge head-on. By delivering reliable acoustic positioning independent of GNSS, NASNet® provides a robust and fully independent backup. This ensures DP capabilities are maintained and keeps operations running safely and efficiently.
By leveraging acoustic technology, operators gain an additional resilient layer of positioning that is designed for demanding offshore environments. NASNet® enables flexible deployment, scalable networks and consistent performance, even in areas where traditional systems struggle.
If you’re reviewing the resilience of your offshore setup, independent positioning technologies like NASNet® can strengthen your overall capability and reduce reliance on satellite systems alone.
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