Technology
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Great Circle Group: A New Name in Marine Tech Sales & Service
Late last month marked the public launch of Great Circle Group, a new venture uniting industry leaders Electronics Unlimited (EU) and Navtronics with accomplished technology entrepreneurs Damon Tassone and Michael Wexler. The company aims to establish the marine technology industry's premier national
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FLIR Debuts Next-Gen Handheld Marine Thermal Camera
FLIR announced its next generation of marine thermal monoculars – the FLIR Ocean Scout Pro. Designed for public safety professionals and to provide enhanced situational awareness for professional and recreational mariners, the Ocean Scout Pro is deisgned to be intuitive, easy to use, and available at a price point,
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Marine Equipment: Free Software Update for SAILOR VHF Radio
Cobham Satcom released what it calls a significant software update for its flagship SAILOR 7222 VHF DSC Class A radio, an update that introduces new features to improve safety and simplify operation while exceeding the IMO’s Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) standards.The software delivers
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Global Maritime Safety Enhanced by Iridium Certus GMDSS
Iridium Communications Inc. announced the service launch of Iridium Certus GMDSS, a generational advancement in maritime satellite communication safety services.Iridium Certus GMDSS, the only truly global GMDSS service available, features distress alert, safety voice, and Maritime Safety Information
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Anschütz supplies IBS for Specialized Vessel
Locally supported, high-quality navigation systems for demanding vessels.In accordance with the regulations of the Chinese Classification Society, Anschütz is supplying a comprehensive Integrated Bridge System (IBS) for two newly built heavy-lift crane vessels at Jingjiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co. Ltd in China.
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AI-Powered Vessel Tracking and Monitoring
A partnership between Iceland's TM Insurance and Hefring Marine promises to bring the 'big brother is watching' mantra foward faster in marine operations.Touted as an AI -driven ‘digital assistant’, the primary target for this offering are the helm stations of fast craft, and according to Hefring Marine,
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Danelec Unveils Remote Operational Performance Test for VDRs
The newly launched Remote Operational Performance Test (OPT) service from Danelec enables ship operators to perform mandatory voyage data recorder (VDR) operational performance tests remotely.The new Danelec Remote OPT is a software-as-a-service solution designed to simplify the workflows required of
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Marlink Upgrades Solstad Offshore Hybrid Network
Marlink extended its Sealink NextGen solution for Solstad Offshore to include a flexible fleet agreement for Starlink LEO services, aimed at increasing the flexibility to allocate data according to actual needs at any given time across the fleet.Marlink introduced its Starlink LEO fleet agreements to
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Marlink to Upgrade Offshore Network on Shelf Drilling’s Jack-Up Rig Fleet
Satellite communications solutions firm Marlink and Shelf Drilling have agreed to conduct communications and network upgrades on the offshore driller’s 36-strong jack-up rig fleet.The first upgrade involves implementing a software-defined network management (SD-WAN) solution across Shelf Drilling’s fleet.
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New Product: Sea Tel TVRO Antenna
Cobham Satcom unveiled its most advanced maritime satellite TV antenna, an antenna that is designed primarily for use on cruise ships and mega yachts, the 3.7 meter Sea Tel 370s TV is a solution designed to expand onboard access to the highest quality programming anywhere in the world, while significantly reducing lifetime technical costs.