Saab Seaeye Lynx surveyed San José shipwreck
Saab's Seaeye Lynx subsea vehicle has been used to survey the wreck of the Spanish galleon San José, which sank in 1708. The vessel is considered a significant cultural heritage asset for Colombia.
Swedish defense and security company Saab has utilized its Seaeye Lynx subsea vehicle to conduct surveys of the San José shipwreck. The Spanish galleon, laden with a significant treasure of gold and silver, sank in 1708 off the coast of Colombia.
The wreck was discovered in 2015 and is recognized as a vital piece of Colombian national heritage. Saab's Seaeye Lynx, an advanced remotely operated vehicle (ROV), was deployed to document the exterior of the galleon and its immediate surroundings. This mission aimed to capture detailed visual data of the historical find.
The Seaeye Lynx is designed for complex underwater operations, capable of collecting high-resolution imagery and sensor data in challenging deep-sea environments. While the treasure remains largely untouched on the seabed, the survey marks a crucial step in understanding the scale and condition of the sunken vessel.
Saab's subsea technology plays a role in various maritime sectors, including marine research, offshore energy, and defense. The company continues to develop its capabilities in autonomous and remotely operated underwater systems for exploration and operational tasks.