About

Oceanbotics™ is the newest division of RJE International, Inc. and features an interesting history – one could even say that innovation is written into the team’s collective DNA.

The story of RJE International and its reputation for pioneering advanced marine technology began with one German-Austrian family. In 1972, the famed inventor Ernst Jechart created the modern-day portable atomic clock, a groundbreaking invention that paved the way for the Global Positioning System (GPS), now essential in our everyday navigation.

Ernst’s legacy of technical innovation and entrepreneurial ambition was inherited by his son, Robert Jechart. Continuing this innovative spirit, Robert founded RJE International in 1990 from a spare bedroom of his home. Today, RJE International is a world leader in underwater navigation systems, including beacons for aircraft black boxes and other mission-critical underwater products.
 
Serving customers in over 40 countries, including the U.S. Navy and numerous government and commercial diving operations, RJE International has solidified its place as a global leader in marine technology. Oceanbotics™, the newest division of RJE International, carries forward this legacy of innovation and excellence.

After selling one of RJE International’s product lines to a Fortune 500 company, Robert turned his focus to developing something new. At a friend’s demonstration of an underwater ROV, he was surprised by how difficult it was to maneuver and navigate the vehicle. Inspired, he brainstormed for a few days and then shared his idea for a new type of underwater ROV based on an aerial drone concept.

Seizing this opportunity, RJE formed Oceanbotics™ in June 2017 and launched the SRV-8, a professional-grade remotely operated vehicle (ROV) designed to meet the evolving needs of marine and underwater professionals. The SRV-8 offers exceptional maneuverability, versatility, and ease of use.

Following intensive engineering efforts by our dedicated team, the SRV-8 has become highly regarded in the professional community for its extreme maneuverability, intuitive operation, precision control, and reliability.

Oceanbotics™ collaborates with a wide range of professionals, including the scientific community, law enforcement, search and rescue (SAR), offshore inspection, aquatic farming, reef monitoring, defense, and commercial diving – just to name a few.

Our team continues to develop innovative solutions, pushing the boundaries of user-friendly and ergonomic underwater robotics technology.

And we’re just getting started…