Snapp Ocean Data

Non-intrusive and end-to-end data collection.

Our work integrates cutting-edge non-intrusive robotics, data science platforms, and scientific community expertise, to provide actionable insights for data-driven decision making.

At Snapp we understand that data is crucial for sensible actions in our environments and is the foundation for collaborative decision making. Sustainably inhabiting and managing our environments comes down to having a common understanding. The services and tools we provide aim to enhance our collective efforts towards a more habitable planet.

Our Services

  • Aerial view of boats and floating structure debris in a waterway near a cityscape, with pinkish dye or pollution streaks in the water.

    Water Quality Reporting

    • Baseline water quality assessment

    • Ground-truthing and scouting

    • KPI verification for policy and management

    • Data collection for science studies

  • A koi fish swimming underwater among floating green duckweed plants, with ripples on the water surface.

    Aquaculture Support

    • Science-based reporting

    • Drone assisted underwater sensing and observation

    • Nutrition and waste monitoring

    • Environmental stress monitoring

  • Underwater scene with two ghost or spiky sea creatures, blending with green seaweed and sandy ocean floor.

    Biodiversity Monitoring

    • eDNA water sampling

    • Machine-learning assisted underwater species classification

    • Environmental stress tracking and mapping

    • Underwater imaging and modelling

What we offer

Non-intrusive Fish-like Drone

Fish biodiversity monitoring, species, biomass, using sonar to detect underwater creatures

Agile and powerful. Deploy our fish-like robot to enhance your monitoring efforts by mitigating costs/risks and scaling up operations.

Underwater Imagery & Mapping

Live stream field results to share with your friends and family

See below the water surface, with standard or 360 underwater imagery to enhance in-person observation as well as aerial/satellite based imagery.

Remote Sensor Suite & Water Sampler

Connectivity via LoRa, 4G, and ELRS

Get underwater data remotely with a deployable kit of sensors and water samplers for both in-situ and lab-based data collection.

Cloud-based Data Repository

Cloud native software platform for your data needs

Access data without leaving the desk. In-situ data collection is directly delivered to an accessible online repository.

Web-app Dashboard

Dashboard for critical monitoring

Be informed in near real-time or monitor changes across extended periods directly through our web-app service with data visualized for actionable insights.

Data Science Platform

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Transform, share, and aggregate data from our online platform, equipped with GIS integrations and API services to unlock opportunities for applications.

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Why work with SNAPP?

Non-intrusive and safe underwater data collection

Deploy our non-intrusive fish-like drone to de-risk your operations while minimizing ecological impact and reducing logistical costs. We design the deployment and mobility solutions fitted for the needs of every project.

Data-driven projects for positive ecological impact

We assist in steering projects where data is crucial for achieving consensus in the governance around complex ecological systems. Our work connects the dots between stakeholders through our data science platform and provides insights through our growing scientific community network.

We provide an end-to-end data collection and delivery service to bring insights on your projects. Partner with us to protect the ocean, monitor environmental risks, fulfill your ESG goals, or grow your blue carbon assets.

Regular monitoring in aquatic environments

Our growing network of scientific experts are here to transform gathered data into actionable insights. We work with our scientific experts to develop robust data collection methods, and implement them through innovative technology.

Deploy scientific community expertise

How we work with you

Work with us and the community

1) Project Partnership

Work with us to define your scope, metrics, and necessary insights. Align your goals with the internationally recognized frameworks and industry-specific standards.

Sustainability and circularity

2) Continuous Monitoring

Our team follows industry and scientific standards for your data collection needs. Utilize our novel robotic fish to access difficult environments and maintain minimal disturbance.

Insights

3) Actionable Insights

We transform collected data into actionable insights. Through our collaboration with experts and in-house analysis tools, we bring you information in the form you need.

Analytics

4) Dynamic Reporting

Customize your reporting requirements with us to enhance dataset management and dissemination needs. Automate your reporting pipeline with interactive web-apps and API services.

Our way is non-intrusive

We deploy novel soft robotics technology to achieve minimal environmental disturbance, while still being able to navigate difficult terrains for data collection surveys.

Current Project Sites

Our work has been supported and recognized by:

HKIE
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How to get started?