(yourindustrynews.com) New specific operation simulation and procedure development functionality added. Currently in development, the new Anchor Handling Simulator – AHS is scheduled for release before the end of 2008 and is being developed in parallel with a bespoke AHS for Maersk Supply Service, following a co-operation agreement that was signed in February 2008, based on … Continue reading “New anchor handling simulator launched”
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New DNV approvals for Ships Bridge and GMDSS Simulators
(yourindustrynews.com) Kongsberg Maritime’s Polaris Bridge Operation (Ship’s Bridge Simulator) and GMDSS simulators have received DNV certification according to new standards laid out in DNV Class A ““ Standard for Certification of Maritime Simulators No. 2.14 October 2007, which is based on the requirements of STCW Convention, Regulation I/12. The approval for the Polaris Ship’s Bridge … Continue reading “New DNV approvals for Ships Bridge and GMDSS Simulators”
Kongsberg Maritime upgrades SeaView R5 visual system
(bymnews.com) Kongsberg Maritime has integrated a unique Image Calibration Tool with its SeaView R5 visual system, which provides the highly realistic scenes created and animated by the Polaris navigation simulators. The cutting-edge new tool utilises sophisticated software techniques and algorithms to greatly enhance the quality of the image displayed by the projectors in the simulator. … Continue reading “Kongsberg Maritime upgrades SeaView R5 visual system”
Sarawak maritime academy ready to receive students
(nst.com.my) The soft opening for the RM25 million academy, the first of its kind in East Malaysia and the second in the country after the Malaysia Maritime Academy (ALAM) in Melaka, was performed by the State Minister for Environment and Public Health, Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, today. He said the academy, on a 2.8ha … Continue reading “Sarawak maritime academy ready to receive students”
Norwegian Navy signs up for Kongsberg Maritime’s extended simulator support
(bymnews.com) The Norwegian Navy has signed a new Long Term System Support Program (LTSSP) agreement with Kongsberg Maritime, which represents the most sophisticated simulation support package that the leading maritime simulation developer has ever provided to a naval customer. The agreement consolidates the Norwegian Navy’s numerous simulation systems in order to reduce contractual overhead, providing … Continue reading “Norwegian Navy signs up for Kongsberg Maritime’s extended simulator support”
IMO to back mandatory ECDIS
(thedigitalship.com) The years of debate about the mandatory carriage of ECDIS (electronic chart display information systems) seem to be close to a conclusion, with reports from IMO’s NAV54 subcommittee meetings suggesting that members have reached a consensus in favour of making the technology a required fit for ocean going vessels. While confirmation of this decision … Continue reading “IMO to back mandatory ECDIS”
Australian Maritime College signs up for Kongsberg Maritime Bridge simulators
(bymnews.com) Kongsberg Maritime announced today (26th June 2008) the signing of an extensive contract for the Integrated Marine Simulator Upgrade Project with the Australian Maritime College (AMC). The scope of supply includes delivery of a 270° Main Bridge, 6 Ship Operating Console (SOC), 160° Bridges with re-configurable cockpit consoles, a 180° Tug Bridge, a portable … Continue reading “Australian Maritime College signs up for Kongsberg Maritime Bridge simulators”
Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue chooses Kongsberg high speed vessel simulator
(bymnews.com) The Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue (NSSR) signed a contract with Kongsberg Maritime 9th June for the delivery of a high speed vessel simulator, to be installed at its new sea rescue school in Stavern, Norway. The simulator will be equipped with a cockpit bridge that replicates the vessels that the NSSR already has … Continue reading “Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue chooses Kongsberg high speed vessel simulator”
Maritime Offshore simulation takes centre stage at ONS 2008
(bymnews.com) Kongsberg Maritime will use the forthcoming ONS 2008 exhibition as a launch platform for expanding its activities in the world of offshore simulation. The company will unveil a focused strategy towards Maritime Offshore Simulation, which is dedicated to exploring, developing and fulfilling the simulation needs of the offshore industry. As an innovator in the … Continue reading “Maritime Offshore simulation takes centre stage at ONS 2008”
Indonesia: Transas maritime simulators installed in two marine schools
(bymnews.com) Transas simulators have been installed in two Indonesian maritime education institutes; Merchant Marine School BP2IP Surabaya, and Rating School, Sorong, Papua. Both institutions are part of the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation’s Education Training Agency. The configuration of the simulator in BP2IP Surabaya is a Full Mission Ship Handling Simulator with visualisation incorporating seven circular … Continue reading “Indonesia: Transas maritime simulators installed in two marine schools”