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Drone Visual
Inspection

Offshore-certified UAV platforms delivering high-resolution imagery and real-time inspection data — without scaffolding, rope access or personnel risk.

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What We Do

UAV Inspection for the Toughest Environments

Osprey deploys offshore-certified drones to inspect structures that are difficult, dangerous or costly to reach by conventional means.

All pilots hold valid offshore safety certifications (BOSIET, HLO, HUET) and are qualified for operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.

High-resolution cameras capture millimetre-level detail of corrosion, cracks, coating damage and structural deformation.

Structured digital reports with annotated imagery delivered within 24 hours of the inspection campaign.

Reduces inspection time by up to 80% compared to traditional rope access or scaffolding methods.

Key Benefits

Why It Matters

80%

Faster Inspection

Drone campaigns complete in a fraction of the time required for scaffolding or rope access — minimising asset downtime.

Zero

Personnel at Height

Remote inspection eliminates work at height or in hazardous areas — drastically reducing workplace incident risk.

4K

High-Resolution Imagery

4K video and high-resolution stills capture surface anomalies that are invisible from conventional inspection positions.

24h

Rapid Reporting

Digital reports with annotated findings, GPS-tagged imagery and prioritised recommendations within 24 hours.

NCS

Offshore Certified

All pilots and operators certified for NCS operations with BOSIET, HLO and HUET qualifications.

Live

Real-Time Streaming

Live video feed to onshore operators enables remote participation without sending personnel offshore.

Value Delivered

What clients save

80% faster
vs. rope access
Same coverage, fraction of the time
0 personnel at height
Eliminated risk
No scaffolding, no rope, no climb
No scaffold lead-time
Single-day mobilisation
Skip permit-to-build and rope access prep

Indicative figures based on typical engagements — actuals depend on scope, asset and access constraints.

Applications

Where We Deploy

01

Offshore Oil & Gas Platforms

Topside structures, flare towers, pressure vessels, pipe racks, cranes and living quarters on fixed and floating installations.

02

Industrial Facilities

Refineries, process plants, storage tanks, chimneys, cooling towers and other tall or inaccessible industrial structures.

03

Bridges & Infrastructure

Underside inspection of bridges, viaducts and elevated structures without lane closures or scaffolding.

04

Marine & Port Assets

Vessel superstructure, quay walls, fenders, mooring dolphins and port infrastructure.

05

Wind Farms

Turbine towers, nacelles and wind farm support infrastructure — complementing our dedicated blade inspection service.

06

Construction Monitoring

Progress documentation, volumetric surveys and as-built verification during construction and installation campaigns.

Common Questions

FAQ

How does drone inspection compare to rope access?

Drone visual inspection is typically 80% faster than rope access at equivalent coverage, removes all personnel at height risk, and produces digital records (photos, video, georeferenced findings) that rope access doesn't. For most surface-condition assessments — corrosion, coating, structural deformation — drone matches or exceeds rope access quality.

Can you inspect during ongoing operations (SIMOPS)?

Yes. SIMOPS is part of every offshore campaign. We coordinate with the OIM and platform crew, develop a job safety analysis, and operate within agreed flight windows. Many campaigns require zero production stop.

What deliverables do clients receive?

A structured inspection report including: GPS-referenced photographs, 4K video coverage, defect register with severity classification, annotated findings, and prioritised maintenance recommendations. Optional: 3D photogrammetry model of inspected zones.

Are your pilots certified for offshore work?

Yes. All offshore-deployed pilots hold valid BOSIET (offshore survival), HUET (helicopter underwater escape), HLO/MOB and offshore medical certificates. Drone operations under EASA Specific Category and BVLOS approval.

Drone inspection for your asset?

Tell us the asset, location and inspection scope. We'll quote based on access complexity and reporting requirements.