NHK’s groundbreaking documentary, Deep Ocean: Kingdom of the Coelacanth, has been honored with the prestigious IBC Innovation Award in the Content Creation category. This accolade was presented during the IBC Innovation Awards 2025 ceremony, which took place at RAI Amsterdam on September 14, 2025.

This remarkable program is a collaborative effort between NHK, ZDF/ARTE, and OceanX. It showcases stunning visuals captured using 8K HDR technology and features immersive 22.2 multichannel surround sound, with technical support from GOTO Aquatics, SGO, and Restar.

The documentary follows the same talented team that previously filmed the elusive giant squid in its natural habitat. Their latest expedition focuses on the coelacanth, a living fossil found off the coast of Sulawesi Island, Indonesia. This ancient fish, measuring nearly two meters, has remained unchanged for an astonishing 400 million years and is rarely seen due to its nocturnal nature.

Utilizing multiple submersibles, the team achieved a remarkable feat by conducting a world-first, 72-hour continuous filming session in the deep sea. The IBC Innovation Awards celebrate outstanding collaborative efforts that tackle real-world technical challenges while addressing pressing social and environmental issues.

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