Ned Marine has expanded its Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) capabilities with new drone and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) inspection services for vessels, offshore installations and industrial assets.

Announced on 12 May 2026, the service combines aerial and subsea remote inspection technologies with the company’s existing NDT work. The Ridderkerk-based Dutch specialist already carries out vessel inspections globally, while the new offering is aimed at survey work for customers in the Netherlands and wider Europe.

The drone service supports visual inspections and Ultrasonic Thickness Measurements (UTM) in areas that are difficult to access through scaffolding, rope access or diving. Typical applications include ballast tanks, cargo holds, offshore and onshore wind turbines, tank storage facilities and industrial structures.

By reducing the need for extensive access equipment and limiting human exposure in hazardous areas, drone inspections can often be completed within hours rather than days. Ned Marine said inspection times can be reduced by up to four times, with overall costs also lower than traditional methods.

The company has also added subsea NDT inspections using ROVs capable of operating at depths of up to 300 m. The systems provide high-definition live video and inspection data for hull inspections, cathodic protection assessments, structural condition monitoring and pre-docking surveys.

Leo Zwagemaker, Commercial Manager at Ned Marine, said the integration of drone and ROV technology would help clients reduce downtime, improve maintenance decisions and support remote collaboration through real-time data access.

The new services are integrated with Ned Marine’s existing Visual Testing (VT), UTM and inspection reporting activities. By combining visual data, measurements and digital analysis, the company aims to provide a clearer overview of asset condition and reduce the risk of unexpected failures.