U-Boat Worx has unveiled a new nine-person model to its line-up of deep-diving subs called Nexus.
With a maximum depth of 200m, U-Boat Worx has specified that the model has 25 percent more interior space than similar modelsand canoperate for 18 hours, diving up to 10 times a day.
The Dutch submersible manufacturer has revealed two designs for the new series, both featuring an extra-large elliptical acrylic pressure hull and revolving seating arrangement for cinematic style viewing.
U-Boat Worx has also elevated the manoeuvrability of the range, incorporating 10 silent thrusters on board which are all controlled via the simplistic Manta Controller – a simplistic joystick arrangement that passengers are able to use under pilot supervision.
An extra-large hatch has also been included on board the Nexus, allowing passengers to keep their dignity while entering and exiting the submersible – which can be a challenge when negotiating standard sized hatches.
Passengers are also able to comfortably stand on the submarine’s deck while boarding thanks to its top-mounted diving tanks and concealed floaters.
Since 2017, U-Boat Worx has sold more than 20 submersibles to private operators, resorts and cruise liners, and earlier this year saw the launch of its compact Nemo submersiblein Curaçao, where the manufacturer has its own dedicated pilot training centre.