PTTEP, together with AI and Robotics Ventures Company Limited (ARV), have carried out a project of application of underwater camera installation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for the identification of aquatic iconic species beneath offshore petroleum platforms in the Gulf of Thailand in order to promote and support national efforts on aquatic species conservation, and to improve their population and survival rate.  

Currently, there are underwater cameras installed on the jacket legs of two offshore petroleum platforms, as well as the AI software is being developed to automatically identify and classify aquatic iconic animals. At present, seven aquatic species can be identified, such as fish, turtles, whales, dolphins, sharks, seals, and sea lions. In addition, the software can identify seven species of fish beneath the offshore petroleum platform with 85 percent of confidence level of detected aquatic animals, such as giant trevally, indo-pacific sergeant, rainbow runner, etc. This also demonstrates marine biodiversity and abundance around PTTEP offshore petroleum platforms with our commitment to operate in a more environmentally friendly manner toward the marine ecosystem.

PTTEP is currently in the process of enhancing the efficiency of the project by expanding the installation of underwater motion recording cameras to other offshore petroleum platforms. Simultaneously, there is ongoing development of  AI software aimed at identifying more aquatic animal species beneath offshore petroleum platforms with increased precision. PTTEP is committed to fostering collaboration with government agencies, such as the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, in developing a conservation plan to monitor rare marine species in Thailand. This commitment aims to deliver sustainable values to the ocean, akin to a second home that we collectively strive to preserve and protect for future generations.