USV support vessels
USV support vessels, guard boats and recovery services.
ARC connects uncrewed surface vessel operators with suitable local workboats, guard vessels, pilot boats, tugs and specialist support craft. Support can be planned for a campaign or coordinated in response to a developing operational requirement.
USV marine support capability
- USV support vessel coordination
- USV guard vessel and support boat provision
- USV escort and line-of-sight support
- USV tow, intervention and recovery
- USV launch, retrieval and standby support
How ARC supports uncrewed operations
- Support boats and guard vessels for USV trials, offshore survey campaigns and remote operations.
- Escort, standby and line-of-sight coverage during departure, arrival, transit and higher-risk operating phases.
- Towage, repositioning, inspection, minor intervention and recovery matched to the USV recovery profile.
- Local vessel selection based on capability, availability, position, sailing distance, speed and confirmed commercial terms.
- Secure mission coordination, agreements, notifications and operational records through the ARC Platform.
USV support vessel questions
What is a USV support vessel?
A USV support vessel is a crewed workboat, pilot boat, tug or specialist craft used to escort, monitor, assist, tow, launch, retrieve or recover an uncrewed surface vessel. The required capability depends on the asset, task, operating area and conditions.
Can ARC arrange a guard boat or support boat for a USV operation?
Yes. ARC can coordinate planned guard, escort, standby and line-of-sight support as well as towage, intervention and recovery. Requests are matched against suitable vessels in the ARC network.
How does ARC select a support vessel?
ARC assesses the USV profile and requirement against vessel capability, verified documents, availability, position, sea-route distance, speed and price. Commercial terms and mission agreements are confirmed before mobilisation.
Is ARC support only for emergencies?
No. ARC supports routine and planned operations including trials, survey campaigns, launch and retrieval, escort, standby and inspections, alongside urgent operational response.
Contact ARC about USV support, guard vessels, escort, towage or recovery.