The deep water ROV system represents a state-of-the-art acquisition for IMBC to support dedicated underwater work with deep water capabilities. The need for such a deep water capability was first perceived during the early nineties, during collaborative hydrothermal vent research in the southern Aegean. At that time, no such capability existed in Greece.
After some years' gestation, a decision was taken at ministerial level, accepting the case for such a deep water ROV system. The final successful proposal was financed by the General Secretariat for Research and Technology (Greek Ministry of Development) through the European Union EPET II co-funding programme.

The ROV, a Max Rover MkII, is has been constructed at Deep Sea Systems International, The system is the deepest rated ROV in the Eastern Mediterranean, covering 95% of the Aegean Sea, and the second deepest in the Mediterranean (IFREMER's Victor is rated for 6000 m), covering 60% of the seabed.

The Max Rover will be used to support IMBC ongoing and future research and underwater technology activities. It will also be available for work for external bodies (survey, location, video documentation and intervention).
See technical details.

Work Availability

- Support of IMBC Research Projects
- Collection of video material
- Support to third parties
	Greek/European Institutions Governmental bodies Local Authorities Private Companies
- Platform for future development projects
	Greek/European Institutions Private Companies

Sensor/Tool Development Features

IMBC can offer the following connectivity and options for testing of equipment in the Mediterranean:
1. Payload:	68 kg
2. Electrical Voltage:	+5 (9A), +12 (16A), -12 (3A), +24 (9A)
3. Data:	1 coaxial cable 2 mini data TWSP
4. Hydraulic:	1-6 Channels140 bar (2000 psi)
5. Capabilities:	Depth, 2000 m Long excursions, 1500 m at 500 m depth Manipulation: 5-function
6. Self ground-truthing
7. Observation