KONGSBERG EM 2042

Versatile
Built for reliable performance across a wide range of vessels, the EM2042 combines accuracy, stability, and real yaw-stabilization to keep surveys on schedule and maintain data quality even in challenging conditions.

Easy to deploy
With simplified installation and low power draw, the EM2042 delivers high-quality shallow-water mapping with minimal setup time—supporting efficient, repeatable operations on crewed or uncrewed platforms.

Key features

• Lightweight transducers—approximately 60% lighter than the previous generation
• High-density data through advanced multibeam processing and sector steering
  
• Optional integrated INS and sound-velocity sensing for cleaner, more consistent results
  
• Single-cable subsea connection for streamlined installation
  
• True multifrequency backscatter and multi-sector transmit capability
  
• Flexible mounting: hull, pole, or over-the-side, with automatic system detection
  
• Supports rapid swap of sonar heads for minimal downtime
  
• Lower overall power consumption for extended USV missions
  
• No export-license constraints