Windward launches AI-based solution to help protect subsea infrastructure

Windward says that its AI-powered decision support and exception management platform offers a 360° view of the maritime ecosystem and enables stakeholders to make real time, predictive intelligence-driven decisions to achieve business and operational readiness.

The technology is said to combine the Windward-mapped proprietary cable layer and integrated user data with its AI-based behavioral pattern detection to empower organizations to identify, monitor, and mitigate risks before they cause disruption. It also supports post-investigations, providing evidence to insurers and law enforcement agencies.

Windward says that the technology addresses three primary threats to maritime infrastructure, deepsea research operations, shallow-water sabotage, and attacks on offshore oil rigs and platforms. 

First, the AI-powered tool monitors high-risk vessels to flag suspicious activities, be it a rogue state research vessel in the deep sea, or a shadow fleet vessel in shallow waters or in close proximity to oil rigs.

Second, the platform accesses historical data, behavioral patterns, and predictive analytics with real-time monitoring alerts to enable users to proactively assess and mitigate threats. 

And third, the platform incorporates MAI Expert, Windward’s virtual subject matter expert, to provide risk analysis and context.

For organizations such as telecom infrastructure providers, energy companies, oil and gas operators, and others with subsea assets, Windward says that its technology offers monitoring capabilities that can safeguard extensive cable, pipeline networks, and offshore rigs. Organizations can add their proprietary data, set customized risk parameters, and define alerts based on their specific infrastructure needs above or under the waters.