National Centre for Coastal Autonomy
UK's first autonomous coastal observing and monitoring network
The NCCA is an initiative of Marine Research Plymouth – between the Plymouth Marine Laboratory, Marine Biological Association and the University of Plymouth.
About the National Centre for Coastal Autonomy
The NCCA aims to lead in coastal autonomy with a fleet of advanced autonomous vessels, sub-surface platforms, and scientific buoys. These innovations, based in Plymouth, will create the UK’s first autonomous coastal observing system.
Assets
The NCCA possesses a state-of-the-art fleet, including surface autonomous vessels, sub-surface coastal platforms, and advanced scientific buoys. These assets are seamlessly integrated into a high-speed marine communications network, enabling groundbreaking advancements in coastal observation and autonomy.
Facilities
The NCCA also has cutting-edge facilities, prominently featuring a Smart Sound Laboratory renowned for its innovative research initiatives. Complementing this, two research vessels, each equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation.
HRH Princess Royal visits PML for launch of National Centre for Coastal Autonomy
The potential for autonomous technology to advance understanding of our constantly evolving ocean and coastlines has taken a major step forward with the launch of the National Centre for Coastal Autonomy.