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flag A submersible mission off Indonesia explored a deep-sea seamount chain, discovering bioluminescent life using advanced, safe submersibles.

flag A submersible operated by OceanX, a nonprofit backed by Ray Dalio and his son, descended nearly 1,000 meters off Indonesia’s Sulawesi island to explore a newly mapped seamount chain. flag The mission, conducted aboard the OceanXplorer research vessel, involved Indonesian scientists using two submersibles—Neptune for sampling and Nadir for 8K filming—to study deep-sea biodiversity, including bioluminescent creatures like comb jellies and siphonophores. flag Equipped with advanced tools and designed to DNV safety standards, the submersibles offer immersive, real-time observation unmatched by remote vehicles. flag The expedition highlights ongoing efforts to understand the deep ocean, with findings shared publicly and research supported by partnerships with institutions like BRIN and Institut Teknologi Bandung.

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