Abu Dhabi:AIQ, an industrial AI company based in Abu Dhabi, has teamed up with the US-based maritime intelligence company, Quartermaster, to explore AI-enabled maritime safety and security solutions for the offshore energy industry. This strategic collaboration was formalized during ADIPEC 2026, where AIQ served as the AI Co-Host.
According to Wam, Quartermaster's SmartMast system, which supports a real-time AI-powered maritime sensor network, is already operational on over 650 vessels across 25 countries. This network facilitates vessel detection, identification, and maritime awareness without relying on AIS data, GNSS, or satellite imaging.
AIQ brings its deep expertise in offshore oil and gas operations, safety workflows, and energy-sector AI deployment pathways into this partnership. The company has previously developed SMARTi, an AI-enabled computer vision solution utilized by numerous vessels in the UAE.
Together, AIQ and Quartermaster aim to explore joint market opportunities and develop integrated solutions to address offshore challenges. These include monitoring and protecting offshore platforms, pipelines, and subsea infrastructure, as well as detecting unauthorized vessels and suspicious maritime activities.
The collaboration will also focus on enhancing maritime safety, incident detection, and data-driven risk assessment, potentially leading to improved insurance outcomes for offshore operators. Initially, the partnership will concentrate on the United Arab Emirates, with plans to extend its reach across the Gulf Cooperation Council region and other international markets.