How Offshore Teams Are Speeding Up Inspections in 2025

Every year, offshore energy companies face the same challenge: inspection season arrives fast, the weather window is short, and the pressure is high to get clear, defensible data, without costly delays.

Whether you're planning topside visual checks, ROV-based subsea inspections, or diver-led surveys, the right tools make a difference. That means more than just high-resolution cameras. It means efficient workflows, reliable lighting, precision measurement, and the flexibility to work from anywhere.

Here’s how SubC Imaging’s technology is helping offshore teams stay ahead this inspection season with faster, easier data capture and better results.

Clear Visual Inspections Start with the Right Camera

High-quality inspections start with high-quality visuals. That means choosing the right camera for the job. Whether you're working in deep water, shallow environments, or with smaller ROVs, each Rayfin camera is built around the same core imaging engine and software. That means you can expect consistent performance, no matter the deployment.

Rayfin Benthic

Designed for deepwater missions up to 6000 meters. Ideal for long-term observatory work or high-value asset inspections where reliability is critical. Includes full sensor integration, onboard storage, and live 4K video streaming. Learn more about the Rayfin Benthic.

Rayfin Coastal

Rated to 500 meters, this model is built for drop/tow systems and general-purpose inspections in shallow or mid-depth environments. Offers simplified integration without sacrificing image quality or data capability. Learn more about the Rayfin Coastal.

Rayfin Micro

Compact and lightweight, also rated to 500 meters. A strong fit for observation-class ROVs or tight spaces where size and weight are limited. Despite its form factor, it runs the full Rayfin software and supports all inspection features. Learn more about the Rayfin Micro.

Each camera captures 12MP stills and streams 4K or HD video with minimal distortion, thanks to SubC’s LiquidOptics — a water-corrected, scratch-resistant lens design. All models support Rayfin Rapid Digital Imaging (RDI), real-time enhancement, and internal or topside recording.

Paired with SubC’s high-output LEDs, Rayfin cameras deliver clear, evenly lit visuals — even in challenging environments.

Capture, Review, and Deliver — All in One DVR System

Traditional inspection workflows often involve recording video in one place, reviewing it somewhere else, and tagging or trimming clips in yet another system. That kind of inefficiency adds up, especially when vessel time is tight.

With SubC’s DVR + Overlay, everything happens in one place: real-time recording, instant playback, synchronized video and stills, tagging, and export. Built specifically for inspection workflows, there’s no need to juggle extra tools or wait until you're back onshore to start reviewing footage.

Pair it with SubC’s rugged DVR laptop, and you’ve got a field-ready system you can trust in harsh conditions. No complicated setup, just reliable performance.

Learn more about SubC’s DVR solutions.

Speed Up Still Capture Without Sacrificing Quality

Capturing stills is one of the most time-consuming tasks during a subsea inspection. This is especially for repetitive structures like risers, moorings, or pipelines. ROV pilots often spend hours repositioning to get the right angles and spacing.

Rayfin Rapid Digital Imaging (RDI) solves this. It’s a built-in feature across all Rayfin camera models that lets operators capture and transfer high-resolution stills without interrupting the video stream. Images are instantly available topside — no exporting or post-processing required.

With flexible trigger options, live feedback, and easy integration into your inspection routine, RDI helps teams reduce dive time, capture consistent image sets, and eliminate tedious post-mission workflows.

The result: faster, more organized inspections — without sacrificing quality.

Built for Fast, Focused Offshore Inspections

The Rayfin Single Channel Inspection (SCI) system is designed to simplify offshore inspections — combining camera, lighting, and laser control into a single, integrated workflow.

It’s easy to operate and well-suited for projects where speed, ease of use, and data quality matter. Operators can capture video and stills with real-time feedback and send them directly to topside systems. Files are automatically organized with GPS, time, date, and sensor data — no manual sorting, no delays.

With built-in DVR and overlay tools, the SCI system eliminates the need for extra software or post-mission processing. It’s everything you need to execute focused inspections efficiently — all from one interface. Learn more about the Rayfin Single-Channel Inspection system.

Reliable Scale for Confident Decision-Making

Accurate measurement is critical when inspecting cracks, corrosion, marine growth, or structural damage — especially when you need to track changes over time or support repair decisions with visual evidence.

SubC offers a range of underwater laser solutions to match different inspection needs. Whether you're using parallel lasers for basic scale reference or integrated systems for more advanced measurement and automation, each option is built for precision, durability, and ease of use.

All SubC lasers are FDA-compliant, meaning they meet international laser safety standards and can ship quickly and legally across borders — without regulatory delays.

Whatever your inspection scope, SubC lasers provide consistent, reliable scale — helping teams gather more actionable data and deliver more defensible reports.

Work Smarter with Remote Operations

Inspection schedules don’t always align with crew availability or ideal travel conditions. SubC helps solve that with remote operations capabilities that give your team access to live video feeds, remote control, and real-time data sharing — from anywhere.

This flexibility is especially useful for supervisors and clients who need to monitor progress or review footage without stepping onto the vessel. It also enables quicker decision-making when something unexpected turns up during a dive.

Don’t Let Equipment Hold You Back

If you're heading into inspection season with outdated tools, inefficient workflows, or patchwork systems, now is the time to act. SubC Imaging’s integrated solutions are built to help offshore teams save time, reduce risk, and deliver better results — with less complexity.

Get Ready Now

Inspection season doesn’t wait. Talk to our team about how to optimize your setup with the right mix of cameras, software, lighting, and remote capabilities.

The tools you choose now will shape the results you get in the field — and the time, cost, and clarity it takes to get there.