About US
Our Story & History
Coastal Drone Marine Inspections was born out of a desire to innovate a vital marine service. Founded by Philip Lewis following a distinguished 29-year career in the military, the company was established to address a persistent challenge faced by the marine community: the lack of safe, accessible, and transparent visibility below the waterline.
Traditional underwater inspections have long relied on deploying divers, a method that introduces human risk, scheduling challenges, and substantial costs. Inspired by the rapid advancements in robotics, Philip recognized that Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) could revolutionize how underwater assets are managed. By merging advanced drone technology with decades of military operational planning and leadership, Coastal Drone Marine Inspections now provides commercial and residential clients across Florida with unparalleled clarity, rapid deployment, and unmatched professionalism.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective underwater inspection services through advanced ROV technology, delivering the accurate information and professional documentation our clients need to protect their assets, make informed decisions, and maintain confidence in their marine infrastructure.
Our Vision
To be the premier choice for underwater asset visualization along the Gulf Coast, setting the industry benchmark for safety, technological efficiency, and rigorous reporting standards while reinforcing trust through transparent, high-definition data.
Core Values
- Professionalism: We arrive on time, communicate clearly, and operate safely under all standard guidelines.
- Integrity: We provide honest, objective visual data. We let the high-definition footage speak for itself, ensuring complete transparency.
- Reliability: Rooted in military discipline, we deliver consistent results you can count on for vital decision-making.
- Safety: We mitigate underwater risks by keeping human personnel safely on the surface while our technology handles hazardous marine environments.
- Excellence: From drone calibration to final report delivery, we aim for total precision in every phase of execution. Unlike traditional dive teams, our advanced underwater drones deploy instantly, safely navigate hazardous or confined environments, and stream high-definition visual evidence directly to the surface. This innovative approach significantly reduces operational overhead, eliminates human safety risks, and provides complete transparency. We understand that our clients rely on our visual data to make critical decisions regarding asset management, routine maintenance, and insurance documentation. Backed by decades of operational planning and mission-focused execution, we bring a rigorous standard of discipline and dedication to every project. We believe trust is earned through performance, and we stand behind the precision of every inspection.