ECDIS

Kongsberg wins major Australian simulator contract

One of Australia’s largest maritime training centers, the South Metropolitan TAFE (Technical and Further Education) institute in Fremantle, Western Australia, has awarded Kongsberg Digital (KDI) an important tender that will see it supply an extensive range of maritime simulator solutions.

The new contract commits KDI to the delivery, installation and commissioning of a complete maritime simulator suite of hardware and software technology, replacing SM TAFE’s current maritime simulator systems....

https://www.marinelog.com/technology/kongsberg-wins-major-australian-simulator-contract/

Cyber protection tool for navigational computers

Dubai, UAE, headquartered Elcome International, one of the world’s largest distributors of nautical charts and publications, has created a new secure tool to prevent viruses, malware or corrupted files from being introduced into ships’ navigational computers.

Elcome Bridge Protect provides a simple and cost-efficient method of ensuring safe transfer of files without the need for passwords or fingerprint checks. The package includes a special protected USB 3.0 flash drive and custom client...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/cyber-protection-tool-for-navigational-computers/

Sperry Marine debuts Additional Military Layers on VisionMaster Radar and ECDIS

Sperry Marine debuts Additional Military Layers on VisionMaster Radar and ECDIS

VisionMaster’s Additional Military Layers include a Target Intercept feature which allows the operator to plan and execute intercept manoeuvres between one vessel and another

New units feature exceptional military capabilities for enhanced situational awareness without the high cost associated with many naval systems

Sperry Marine has strengthened its portfolio of military navigation solutions with the release of...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/08/25/sperry-marine-debuts-additional-military-layers-on-visionmaster-radar-and-ecdis/

Sensor fusion makes situational awareness data more certain, actionable

SPONSORED CONTENT: From the wheelhouse of nearly any commercial surface vessel, mariners must interpret multiple sources of data about their surrounding marine domain. In addition to using their natural senses, they understand their at-sea position by referencing physical landmarks, mapping the vessel’s course along ECDIS charts and referencing a GPS. They become aware of nearby vessel traffic and patterns via AIS data and radar. Radar also allows them to anticipate weather, such as squalls,...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/sensor-fusion-makes-situational-awareness-data-more-certain-actionable/

China Navigation Signs Fleet-wide Contract for Connected ECDIS

  • China Navigation has agreed to upgrade 24 of its bulk carriers and 12 of its containerships with Connected ECDIS.
  • The upgrade simplifies and secures the transfer of chart data from back of bridge to the regulated navigation systems.
  • Connected ECDIS is the latest addition to Sperry Marine’s portfolio of smart bridge solutions, connected via the unique SperrySphere platform.

The China Navigation Company, a member of the Swire Group, is to roll out Sperry Marine’s Connected ECDIS across 36...

https://mfame.guru/china-navigation-signs-fleet-wide-contract-for-connected-ecdis/

Silenced Alarms, Ignored Radio Message And Tiredness Leads To Grounding Of Ship

The general cargo vessel ran aground on Sgeir Graidach shoal in the Little Minch on the west coast of Scotland, while on passage from Drogheda, Ireland to Slite, Sweden. The crew were safely evacuated from the vessel by coastguard helicopter and ship was successfully refoated by salvors. There were no injuries but the damage to ship’s hull was extensive and the ship was declared a constructive total loss.

Incident

The general cargo vessel arrived in the port of Drogheda, Ireland to load a cargo...

https://mfame.guru/silenced-alarms-ignored-radio-message-and-tiredness-leads-to-grounding-of-ship/

Wärtsilä Navigation Systems To Secure Safe & Efficient operation For LNG gas Carriers

  • Wärtsilä Voyage has signed a contract to deliver the latest technology in radio and integrated navigation systems.
  • It is for ten icebreaking LNG-fueled gas carriers to be constructed for the Arctic LNG-2 project
  • The order was placed in January 2021 and is now in process of execution, in partnership with Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd shipyard.

According to an article published in Wartsila, Wärtsilä Voyage has signed a contract to deliver the latest technology in radio and integrated...

https://mfame.guru/wartsila-navigation-systems-to-secure-safe-efficient-operation-for-lng-gas-carriers/

Zeaborn Ship Management Employs Wärtsilä Fleet Operations Solution For Navigational Excellence

Hamburg-based third-party ship manager Zeaborn Ship Management (ZSM) has chosen Wärtsilä Voyage’s Fleet Operations Solution (FOS) as the digital navigation platform for its managed tanker fleet, says a press release published by Wartsila.

Wärtsilä Voyage Order

Each of their 12 vessels will deploy the state-of-the-art system, enabling ZSM to effectively benchmark voyage execution, support the safety of the fleet and reduce crew workload. The order with Wärtsilä Voyage was placed in December 2020.

Fl...

https://mfame.guru/zeaborn-ship-management-employs-wartsila-fleet-operations-solution-for-navigational-excellence/

[FAQ] Safe Use of ECIDS To Prevent Navigational Incidents

With more vessels using Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs) for primary or secondary navigation, there have been several significant navigational incidents over the last decade where one of the contributing factors has been ECDIS-related.

Let us have a look at it.

This information paper provides guidance to enhance policies and procedures regarding the safe use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).

Suggestions for use of ECDIS

Recommendations on Usage of ECDIS and...

https://mfame.guru/faq-safe-use-of-ecids-to-prevent-navigational-incidents/

(FAQs) New Safe ECDIS Guidance by OCIMF

In a major development, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has launched its latest information paper, which provides guidance on how to improve policies and procedures concerning the safe use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), says an article published on their website.

What is it?

ECDIS has proven to be a very useful tool for the shipping industry, providing navigational charts and data needed for a safe navigation, while the voyage is planned easier...

https://mfame.guru/faqs-new-safe-ecdis-guidance-by-ocimf/

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