November 29, 2023: 

Harvest Technology Group’s, Technical Sales Manager UK/Europe, Steve Moir presented at Topsides UK earlier this month discussing the potential of livestreaming and remote operations in driving operational efficiencies and meeting Net-Zero targets in a mature basin.

The energy sector is currently experiencing a significant digital transformation with an increasing trend towards remote operations driven by advancements in information and communications technology.

For remote operations to be successful, data from video and audio sources, IoT sensors, navigational and positioning data need to be accessible.

Global trends towards digitalisation are driving demand for dispersed data access and availability, which is challenging in remote environments with existing network limitations and increasing congestion.

Other challenges include latency, lack of synchronised data, and security concerns. However, some of the key drivers for change in the industry include automation and autonomy, contractual requirements and compliance, environmental and safety factors as well as improved situational awareness and support.

So how can operators achieve these goals? Implementing remote support and remote operations is a great place to start.

Remote support is often the first step towards remote operations; being the most cost-effective and least disruptive to implement. Technology can support operators by livestreaming video and two-way audio from remote locations to a central base for remote technical assistance, survey, inspection, or telehealth.

Remote operations is the control or management of operations from a remote location using technology for real-time monitoring. This can include live data acquisition, coordination of ongoing operations, and remote monitoring and control of assets themselves.

Remote operations is growing in significance in the energy sector for several key reasons:

• Safety and risk mitigation: remote operations allow personnel to monitor and control equipment and processes from a safe distance, minimising exposure to dangerous conditions.
• Operational and cost efficiencies: by reducing the need for on-site personnel and travel, companies can lower operational expenses including labour, transport, and travel costs.
• Asset monitoring and management: remote monitoring and control enable real-time data analysis and decision making, resulting in optimised drilling and production processes, reduced downtime, and increased operational efficiency.
• Environmental sustainability and compliance: the energy industry faces strict environmental regulations. Remote operations allow companies to monitor emissions, detect leaks and ensure compliance in real time reducing the risk of damage and fines. The use of technology also allows for reduced movement of people and vessels and the use of smaller assets, aiding in net-zero targets.
• Subject matter expert support: There is often a heavy reliance on experts who cannot always be onsite. Remote support applications enable experts to provide guidance, troubleshoot issues and make decisions without needing to be physically present at the site.

So where does livestreaming fit into all this? ​Livestreaming technology is a dynamic tool used to enable remote support and remote operations.​

Data is a fundamental asset for successful remote operations and the transmission of data from one point to another or to many enables organisations to make informed decisions, optimise processes and monitor assets remotely.  

​In the Energy Sector between now and 2028, the expanding need for intensive data usage and analytics is expected to grow from USD 8.37 billion in 2023 to USD 14.28 billion by 2028, at an annual growth rate of 11.28%.​

That said, there remain challenges facing the transfer of large amounts of data from remote assets and systems including limited bandwidth capacity, congested networks, complex data sets and types, disparate feed sources, data synchronisation, quality versus latency, and redundancy issues.

To ensure reliability and survivability of connectivity and throughput, remote operations rely on livestreaming technology that is secure, bandwidth efficient, synchronised for complex data sets, able to manage disparate feed sources and can support multiple users simultaneously from anywhere.

Harvest’s trusted and industry proven network optimised livestreaming facilitates remote operations for several Tier-1 and Tier-2 global contractors. Our Nodestream™ technology is more than 100% more efficient than anything else on the market and has led to cost savings of over $250m AUD, a reduction of over 4 million HSE exposure hours and more than 90% decrease in carbon footprint in the energy sector alone.

For more information, you can access Steve’s presentation here. 

November 8, 2023: 

We are pleased to be exhibiting at the upcoming Military Communications and Information Systems (MilCIS) 2023 conference and expo in Canberra.

MilCIS is Australia’s premier conference dedicated to the latest advancements in military communications and information systems.

We are excited to showcase our solutions alongside partners Applied Satellite Technology (AST) Group and Guerrilla Technologies. Together we provide proven and trusted end-to-end technology solutions for defence and industry, ensuring resilient communications to support defence teams in some of the most remote and isolated environments. 

Government, security, and military personnel often operate in remote austere environments where information sharing is critical to mission success and the safety of people and assets.  Coordinating teams over land, sea and air requires secure reliable integrated communications across available networks. Uncrewed and autonomous systems have seen a significant rise within defence, offering a range of advantages including increased safety, reduced risk to personnel and enhanced efficiency in various military operations. This partnership enables the benefits of all three companies’ offerings combined to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Applications extend to other sectors including offshore asset inspection and security (e.g., wind farms, platforms), environmental monitoring, coastal surveillance, oil spill response, and search and rescue.

AST is an independent full-service communications integrator, providing the maritime, energy and government sectors with reliable hybrid end-to-end remote connectivity solutions. Together AST and Harvest can add value and improve the capabilities of solutions to better service customers by optimising available network bandwidth. Guerrilla Technologies is an emerging provider of autonomous technology and robotics with innovative applications in the defence sector. By combining our network optimised live streaming capability with AST Group’s remote communication systems and Guerrilla Technologies’ bespoke autonomous assets, the three companies deliver complete solutions for defence applications including vessel, Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), and uncrewed system deployments.  

Through partnership Harvest, AST and Guerrilla Technologies have united to deliver a comprehensive suite of seamless connectivity solutions tailored to the evolving needs of industry and the defence sector.

With a growing presence in the international defence sector, our solutions are proven and trusted by international and Five-Eyes defence customers.

Visit us at MilCIS in Canberra between November 14-16 2023, to learn more. Find us at stand F26-28 to discover how our partnership can deliver solutions for safe, secure, seamless and successful operations.

Together with AST Group and Guerrilla Technologies, Harvest looks forward to shaping the future of military communications and information systems. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the next generation of defence technology.

November 7, 2023: 

We are pleased to announce that we will be presenting at Topsides UK 2023 on November 8 in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Topside UK brings together industry leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities, learn from case studies and showcase the latest technology and solutions in the energy sector.

The theme of this year’s event is “how do we deliver energy security and net-zero in a mature basin?”  As the energy industry strives to deliver energy security and net-zero targets at the same time it is vital for the sector to adapt and continuously improve.

At this year’s conference, our Technical Sales Manager – EMEA, Steve Moir will present how live streaming and remote operations can drive operational efficiencies and meet net-zero targets in a mature basin.

Our Nodestream™ technology enables network optimised livestreaming to transmit high-quality video, audio, and data across any network, using the lowest possible bandwidth and latency. With a multitude of applications including remote monitoring, remote support and remote control, there are many opportunities across the energy industry for technology to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

Trusted and proven by energy customers around the world, Nodestream™ has the potential to revolutionise operations by enabling dynamic communication from anywhere in the world.

Join Steve at Topsides UK on November 8, 2023 at P&J Live Aberdeen.

September 29, 2023: 

Chief Product Officer, Damiain Brown discusses the challenges and opportunities of remote operations in the September edition of Maritime Reporter and Engineering News. The article explores how the adoption of technology is driving the shift towards remote operations and inspection in the maritime and offshore sectors.  

Damiain breaks down the state of the industry, the role of satellite networks, why bandwidth optimisation is critical moving forward and how technology is transforming the way we work.  

Read the full article here.  

Challenges and opportunities of remote operations is the topic of Harvest’s next webinar with Offshore Engineer scheduled for October 17, 2023.  

The trend toward remote operations is on the rise, driven by technological advancements, changing work dynamics, and the need for operators to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and resilience. Future-proofing operations is essential for business sustainability and maintaining market advantage. 

At its core, this trend is about achieving more with less, realising cost savings, and minimising environmental impact while prioritising personnel health, safety, and well-being. In this context, remote operations emerges as the way of the future, promising to revolutionise how operators work and interact with their environments. 

Through our network-optimised streaming technology, Harvest Technology Group is a key enabler for businesses at any stage of their transition to remote operations. As pioneers in real-time, ultra-low bandwidth video, audio, and data streaming, our technology enables transmission across any network, congested or otherwise, any time, anywhere. It simply gets communications through in a way that no one else can. 

In the webinar, we explore the journey to remote operations. Our expert speakers have extensive experience in this transition and will discuss the benefits, as well as the potential challenges and opportunities that can arise along the way. 

If you’re considering a shift within your business towards future remote operations or you have already started your journey, the webinar is a must-attend. Learn how adoption of technology like ours can drive cost efficiency, resource optimisation, reduced environmental impact, and enhanced quality of life for your people. 

Register now to secure your free seat.   

September 26, 2023: 

Harvest Technology Group (Harvest) is excited to announce our debut exhibition at ADIPEC 2023 in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Taking place between October 2-5, ADIPEC is the world’s largest and most inclusive energy industry gathering. Hosted by ADNOC, ADIPEC boasts an impressive 16 exhibition halls with over 2,000 exhibiting companies expected to attract over 150,000 energy industry professionals.

Harvest is pleased to be joining the Scottish Development International (SDI) after a successful exhibition at SPE Offshore Europe in Aberdeen in September. SDI partners with businesses like Harvest in Scotland, to assist them with global growth, exporting and entry to new markets.

Harvest looks forward to exhibiting at ADIPEC and strengthening our presence in the Middle Eastern region. With new customers and prospects in this region, Harvest is committed to providing remote streaming technology solutions to help take people out of harm’s way, enhance situational awareness and give businesses the ability to better streamline their operations and boost efficiency to maintain market advantage while reducing cost.

“Exhibiting at ADIPEC is a fantastic opportunity for us to connect with both new and existing contacts in the EMEA region. As we continue to cultivate Harvest’s brand and customer base in this region, attending events like ADIPEC is paramount. Given Harvest’s deep-rooted history in the energy and offshore sectors, our technology has immense benefits for energy industry professionals,” said Charles Fonceca, Chief Sales Officer. “We are transforming industry with our proven technology enabling organisations to reduce HSE exposure and operational costs. Consequently, this has resulted in reducing environmental impacts, supporting businesses with their emission targets.”

Visit Harvest Technology Group at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, UAE between October 2-5, 2023. Find us at the Scotland stand 8450 to discover how we can help you get started on your remote operations journey.

August 23, 2023: 

On the 17^th of August, Olesia Kochergina from Harvest Technology Group (Harvest) won the Emerging Talent Award at the 2023 Australian Subsea Business Awards. Hosted by Subsea Energy Australia at the Perth Town Hall, the event celebrated the best in the Australian subsea and ocean-based industries. Harvest was honoured to be selected as a finalist in four categories.

The Emerging Talent Award acknowledges an individual with less than four years of industry experience who demonstrates exceptional technical or commercial ability within the work environment as well as participation and contribution to the subsea energy and ocean-based community.

This award celebrates Technical Lead – Applications, Olesia Kochergina, and her contribution to the development of Harvest’s Nodestream™ applications. Starting as a software developer, Olesia quickly progressed to a Technical Lead role and now leads a growing team of developers and testers. Harvest is proud to see Olesia acknowledged for her work to continuously improve the user experience in Nodestream™ software applications.

“Receiving this award is incredibly motivating and meaningful to me. I’m especially grateful to my mentors at Harvest, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer Jaron Warburton, for supporting me and giving me the opportunity to grow. Thank you to Subsea Energy Australia for this recognition, and to Harvest Technology Group for the nomination,” said Olesia Kochergina.

“To me, this recognition is all about collaboration, innovation and facing challenges. It has been a great opportunity to reflect on my role, emphasising the importance of fostering an environment where team members feel empowered to voice their ideas and where continuous growth is encouraged and celebrated.”

“This award is not just about personal achievement, but the hard work and dedication of our entire team. It demonstrates the importance of not just technical skills, but also communication, leadership and mentorship which drive impactful technological initiatives.”

Harvest extends its congratulations to the other nominees in this category as well as the other category winners. It was an enormous honour to be nominated and to celebrate the achievements of those who work in and support our local industry.

Winning this award is a testament to Olesia’s hard work and dedication to Harvest and its commitment to developing innovative technology to enhance efficiency and safety in the subsea and ocean-based industry globally.

Congratulations Olesia!

August 21, 2023: 

Harvest Technology Group (Harvest) is excited to announce we are exhibiting at Offshore Europe 2023 in Aberdeen, Scotland between September 5-8.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Offshore Europe is a leading energy conference and exhibition in the EMEA region. Organised by the Society of Petroleum Engineers the event showcases the future of the offshore sector including energy security, energy transition, future talent, and innovative technology. Hosted in Aberdeen, Offshore Europe is expected to attract over 850 exhibitors and 38,000 visitors including key industry decision makers.

Harvest will be joining the Scottish Development International (SDI) exhibition stand at Offshore Europe. SDI partners with businesses in Scotland, like Harvest, to assist them with global growth, exporting and entry to new markets. Regionally based in Aberdeen, the energy capital of Europe, Harvest is well-placed to impact the North Sea energy and offshore market.

Whether it’s inspections, maintenance, technical or emergency assistance remotely provided by subject matter experts from any onshore location – there are many situations where high-quality, reliable audio, video and data streaming can save operators time and money.

Powered by its proprietary Nodestream™ protocol, Harvest’s technology offers operators true situational awareness with the ability to stream in real-time, across any network, asset or infrastructure, and access decision making quality video, audio and data from remote offshore or subsea environments at a fraction of the bandwidth typically required.

At least twice as efficient as any competitive offering, Harvest’s solutions are industry proven with more than 300,000 operational hours, a reduction of more than 5 million hours of HSE exposure, and upwards of $400m in operational savings.

“We’re excited to exhibit at Offshore Europe for the first time this year, and I look forward to being there on the Scottish Development International stand”, said Charles Fonceca, Chief Sales Officer.

“As we continue to establish our brand and build our customer base within the EMEA region, Offshore Europe is a great opportunity for our team to demonstrate the immense benefits of our technology and engage with customers, new and existing, in the offshore market.”

To find out more, join Harvest Technology Group at Offshore Europe in Aberdeen between September 5-8, 2023. Visit the team at the SDI Stand (2L40) to discover how we can help you get started on your remote operations journey.

Click here to book a meeting with us at the show.