Transforming Aquaculture with 5G Functions

QYSEA FIFISH ROV x 5G: Pioneering a New Era of Smart Aquaculture

Shenzhen • September 2022

Background & Challenges: Evolving Needs in the Aquaculture Sector
Conventional aquaculture often depends on experience-based practices and large workforces, with minimal insight into real-time conditions of stock, facilities, or the underwater environment. Even diver inspections can be time-consuming, prone to inaccuracies, and sometimes risky. As demand for seafood rises in tandem with ocean-based economic activity, fish farm operators must find a solution that delivers both efficiency and sustainable outcomes.

Disruptive Technology: QYSEA FIFISH ROV Meets 5G
By integrating the QYSEA FIFISH ROV with advanced 5G connectivity, aquaculture is moving into a new era of highly connected, smart fish farming.

Real-Time Visibility & Data-Driven Decisions
Equipped with dual 4K cameras, the FIFISH ROV captures live footage of aquatic stock. High-bandwidth, low-latency 5G networks stream these images back to operators onshore, so they can assess fish health, feeding behavior, or net damage without setting foot in the water. Any dead fish can be efficiently removed using specialized attachments, preserving water quality and avoiding diver-related safety risks. Meanwhile, an onshore power system (OPSS) ensures continuous power without frequent recharging, enabling uninterrupted operations.

Intelligent Underwater Monitoring
The ROV can measure critical metrics such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, and pH levels in real time, helping aquaculture managers adapt their farming strategies quickly. For instance, if the ROV detects a sudden shift in water chemistry, operators can take immediate steps to safeguard the fish’s well-being.

Automated Inspection of Farming Infrastructure
Net pens, embankments, and other structures need regular upkeep. With integrated AI-based measurement tools, the FIFISH ROV supports inspections that can spot signs of wear, breakage, or aging. The system can automatically check for net tears, preventing stock from escaping. If a rip is found, a net repair unit can be deployed quickly, reducing the risk of fish loss or contamination.

By employing the QYSEA FIFISH ROV, some farms have cut daily operational times by more than 30%, freeing staff to focus on higher-level management and strategic planning. Replacing or assisting divers in hazardous tasks also enhances overall safety. Along with better energy efficiency through OPSS, this approach aligns with a growing trend in “green” aquaculture, which aims to reduce environmental impacts.

Empowering a Smarter, More Sustainable Future
The synergy of FIFISH ROV technology and 5G connectivity is transforming aquaculture with more precise data, automated workflows, and safer working conditions. This integrated solution sets a new standard for the industry, offering a blueprint for global fish farming to evolve toward smarter, more sustainable operations.