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Transas opens a new office in India

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

June 2013.– Transas is opening a new office in Mumbai, India. By establishing the presence on the ground, Transas will be able to more effectively market its capabilities and target the growing opportunities in this strategically important region.

By strengthening the presence in India, Transas will also expand into new market segments, like aviation, defence and edutainment. Transas India will continue to closely cooperate with the Company's long-term Partner in the marine market Elcome Marine Services Pvt. Ltd.

Transas is proud to announce Mr. Shailendra Shukla as a new Managing Director of Transas India. Mr. Shukla has been working in Transas since 2007 as a Managing Director of the company's office in Dubai, UAE. Transas has been present in India for a number of years and has carried out numerous successful projects in this region. Under the leadership of Mr. Shukla, Transas India will deliver advanced and high-value solutions and provide local support to our existing customers.

Transas India will report directly to Transas Marine International headquarters located in Gothenburg, Sweden, and its Managing Director Mr. Ralf Lehnert.

Transas awarded new VTS contracts in Indonesia

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

June 2013, Indonesia. – Transas Marine Pacific and its local representative in Indonesia have been awarded new contracts from the Government Department of Sea Transportation to supply and install Vessel Traffic Management Systems for Samarinda and Banjarmasin ports. In addition to this, Transas will upgrade the current VTS system in the Semarang port with a fully redundant AIS Base Station T214.

The new VTS systems will be based on Transas flexible and accurate Navi-Monitor solution developed for monitoring and surveillance purposes. The system will collect, assess and integrate data from sensors to provide VTS operators with real-time overview of the ship traffic within the responsibility area. Scope of supply for each port includes AIS Base Station T214, VTS Database and Solid-State Radars for small targets detection.

Today, Indonesian ports enjoy a steady performance and by 2015 the number of containers handled there is expected to almost double. Advanced VTS systems in the Samarinda and Banjarmasin are intended not only to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic but also to reduce turn-around time thus increasing operation efficiency of these ports.

Transas' success in Indonesia has been built upon maintaining long-term relationships with our local partners and customers. Last year, Transas also provided state-of-the-art VTS solutions for ports of Sorong and Belawan.

Transas Vessel Traffic Management Systems are installed in more than 15 ports throughout Indonesia including the country's major ports of Jakarta, Surabaya, Semarang and Belawan.

Transas Marine launches new version of its Ship Security Alert System ShipGuard 4 with improved polling time

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Transas Marine has launched its latest ship security alert system ShipGuard 4 SSAS, utilizing the SkyWave IsatData Pro transceiver.

The IsatData Pro(IDP) series operates on the Inmarsat I-4 constellation which provides improved network speed. Polling request and response times now takes 30-45 seconds, which is four times faster than its predecessor.

Transas ShipGuard 4 SSAS is type-approved by Germanischer Lloyd and provides regulatory SSAS functionality. It includes modem / GPS receiver, two alert activation circuits and on-board OFF/ON/TEST key switch. The system can be reset remotely via Transas FleetView Online web-based SSAS-tracking service and allows for daily position reporting and polling via www.fleetviewonline.com.

About FleetViewOnline

FleetViewOnline is a security protected web-based SSAS-Tracking service that provides processing and distribution of SSAS Alerts and displays your vessel's position anywhere in the world anytime. FleetViewOnline operates with Transas ShipGuard Inmarsat D+/ISAT M2M terminals as well as with a wide range of Inmarsat C and Inmarsat mini-C terminals installed on-board. FleetViewOnline displays weather data over a chart area where your vessel is located.

For a free trial visit www.fleetviewonline.com

Transas cutting edge Engine Room Simulator selected by Resolve Maritime Academy for its new simulation facility

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

April, 2013 Fort Lauderdale, Florida,– Resolve Maritime Academy (RMA) has ordered the Transas Techsim 5000, DNV approved, Class A, Full Mission Engine Room Simulator for their new high-tech simulation facility located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The new engine simulation systems currently being deployed, will facilitate the conduct of a wide range of courses for the training of marine engineers, including operational and emergency procedures, and crew resource management training with Resolve's existing Transas Full Mission Bridge Simulators.

The simulator system will offer a high level of flexibility, employing a combination of real controls and the latest Techsim 5000 touch screen technology, thereby allowing RMA to maximize their training effectiveness by simulating multiple engine platforms (Diesel Electric, Slow Speed Diesel, Medium Speed Diesel, CODOG, etc.) within the same full mission simulation spaces.

Dave Boldt, Simulator Group Manager at the Resolve Maritime Academy commented; "We are exceptionally pleased to continue our excellent relationship with Transas, and to be installing this state of the art engine simulator. Having the ability to combine the engine and bridge simulators for integrated operation, both on the latest Transas platforms, gives Resolve Maritime Academy the ability to train vessel crews as a complete team. This includes real world communication issues and realistic scenarios that involve the entire ship operation, plus considerations and decision making problems that cannot be simulated without having the bridge and engine team working together."

Neil Bennett, Vice President at Transas USA added; "Transas has made significant investments in our engineering and technological simulators over the last five years. This includes direct investment in the product advancement, as well as the team of experienced subject matter experts who proudly work on its continued development, delivery, and support. We now have the marine engine types simulated, and the ability to efficiently create further marine engine types, as well as detailed high quality modeling, and instructor exercise and assessment tools, to meet the needs of any training centers facing new challenges related to marine engineering training."

Resolve Maritime Academy

Resolve Maritime Academy LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Resolve Marine Group, located at the home port of many cruise vessels, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the maritime training subsidiary of Resolve Marine Group, Inc., and amongst their many maritime training services, offer a number of dedicated and customized simulation training programs for Cruise Operators, for which the highest level of quality in simulation modeling is 'a must'. Resolve's simulation systems are arguably some of the most advanced in the World, providing highly flexible Engine Room, Bridge and Bridge Wing environments, with the ability to train on several different Integrated Navigation Systems (INS). Resolve's client list includes companies in the cruise, tanker, bulker, and offshore sectors.

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Resolve Maritime Academy

Transas Marine receives 2 prestigious orders for Vessel Traffic Management Systems in Malaysia

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

April 2013, Malaysia. – Transas Marine Pacific, in cooperation with its partner KASI Malaysia Sdn Bhd, has been awarded two contracts for installation of Vessel Traffic Management Systems in Tawau Port and Kimanis Bay Terminal.

With these orders Transas continues its growth in the Malaysian market. Implementation of the projects will be carried out in close cooperation with Transas strategic partner KASI (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, integrated marine solutions provider.

Scope of supply includes Transas state-of-the-art Navi-Harbour VTS software package, 2 x 19ft Radars, 2 x Transas AIS Base Station T214, 2 x Transas CCTV, 2 X VHF Direction Finders, 2 x Standalone Playback workplaces and 6 x Operator Workplaces.

Sabah Ports Authority General Manager, Datuk Mayong Omar, has expressed their sincere appreciation on the successful and very professional manner with which Transas and KASI executed past VTMS projects in Sabah. He especially highlighted companies' committment to high quality and work completion ahead of schedule.

Together with KASI, Transas carried out a series of successful projects and initiatives including installation of Vessel Traffic Management Systems in Sapangar Bay Container Terminal, Sandakan and Lahad Datu ports. Captain Walter Nair, Managing Director of KASI, is happy to reaffirm the long term commitment between KASI and Transas in the developing shore-based sytems industry throughout ports of Malaysia.

Transas Marine released new version of FleetView Online with improved functionality

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

April, 2013. – Transas Marine has released a new version of its FleetView Online web-based SSAS-tracking service.

New FleetView Online version boasts improved user interface, object overlay and chart navigation controls. Object overlay on the charts have been updated to enhance visual appearance and improve user experience at lower scales.

Previous toolbars have been removed and navigation controls added to the chart display to improve viewing ability. A 'Google' style map slider bar has been added allowing scaling through the charts in three ways: zoom slider, mouse wheel scroll or manual selection from lower task bar.

Vessel information panel on the left of the display can be hidden, providing a full screen chart display for presentation views. Layer options for "Show graticule" and "Show gauge" chart settings have also been implemented.

Significant improvements has been done for Port Service functionality. With this option ports icons are displayed directly on the chart display. Additional detailed information is listed in the port information window. As usual, ports can be selected from the list where users can zoom into the port location.

Daily Position Report (DPR) messages can be now forwarded in NMEA-based format which makes it easier to integrate FleetView Online data with a shipping company's monitoring program.

Newly developed "Vessel on map" functionality allows to include a small PNG image showing vessels location in Positon reports & SSAS alerts email and track history for the previous week.

In addition, object clustering in the AIS data has been added to improve display at larger scales.

About FleetViewOnline

For a free trial visit www.fleetviewonline.com

Transas shares its expertise on simulation-based training at the Dokuz Eylül University seminar

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

April 2013. Turkey. – On March 15, Transas Marine Black Sea participated in the conference "Use of information and communication technologies in new areas in maritime industry" held by Dokuz Eylül University in Turkey.

The conference gathered information and communication technology professionals to discuss IT trends in the maritime industry. Education of maritime specialists plays an important role in this process, therefore a paper on "Simulation-Based Training Technology in the Maritime Communication sector, GMDSS" presented by Vitaly Vakula, Transas Simulation Business Division was well received.

Vitaly Vakula, Area Sales Manager, Transas Simulation Business Division, comments: "Information and communication technologies evolve very quickly. GMDSS training with the use of simulators is undoubtedly considered to be of extreme importance in the majority of maritime institutes. Simulators can significantly reduce training time and expand the range of courses offered. Using real equipment in simulation scenarios allows for training in difficult tasks, where onboard training is expensive or is associated with danger to people, assets and the environment."

Transas Marine launches Remote Worker Tracking System

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

March, 2013. – Transas Marine launches its brand-new Remote Worker Tracking System (RWTS), enabling clients to substantially increase OHS levels in construction works on offshore structures such as wind and wave generators or any other offshore platform, by offering an innovative and easy-to-use personnel tracking system.

RWTS makes it possible to monitor and control personnel movements to/from offshore facilities and detect their location. The system is easy to deploy. There is no need to install any equipment or communication links at construction site, which makes it suitable for use during any construction phase.

All information on workers' movements is stored in a database and can be displayed on electronic chart or in a tabular form. Remote Worker Tracking System is fully integrated with Transas VTS.

"Knowing where your workers are is particularly important at sites which are remote, hard to access, or at locations where the environment is difficult to control", - comments Christopher Loizou, Director, Shore-Based Systems Business Division, Transas Marine. – "Transas Remote Worker Tracking System was developed in close cooperation with our offshore customers and has proven to be a highly effective and reliable tool".

Visit us at Hannover Messe (Germany) on April 8-12 at Hall 027 Stand B22 to learn more about Offshore Monitoring Solutions offered by Tansas Marine.

Arcadia Shipmanagement Co Ltd enters the new era of paperless navigation

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

February, 2013. Greece. – Having initiated ECDIS program by fitting Transas dual ECDIS on the entire fleet back in early 2006 when ECDIS regulation was only a long-term plan, Arcadia Shipmanagement has teamed up again with Transas Hellas in order to conclude the program and shift its fleet to paperless navigation.

All dual ECDIS installed on the vessels will be fully upgraded to exceed the latest carriage requirement by deploying official charts (Transas Admiralty Data Service), Transas precise navigation tools and chart handling system.

The first vessel M/T AEGEAN DIGNITY will shift to paperless navigation by the end of the month while the entire program is scheduled to progress one vessel per month.

At the same time, Arcadia Maritime Training Center will also be upgraded to comply with the latest STCW 2010 training standards in line with Manila amendments.

DNV-certified Arcadia Maritime Training Center is equipped with the Transas Bridge, Engine room, GMDSS and Liquid Cargo handling simulators, providing Arcadia's crews with advanced training and familiarization courses upon the demanding professional requirements, such as the application of ECDIS Type-Specific Training for Bridge Officers, conducted by Transas Certified Instructor.

Capt. Dimitrios Matthaiou, Arcadia's Managing Director, comments: "ECDIS is a cost effective risk control option for vessels, with a significant potential to save lives by reducing the frequency of collision and grounding. The competency in the use of ECDIS is essential for maritime safety. In this respect, Arcadia shall ensure that any future ECDIS Training provided to our crew, will meet the criteria of the updated IMO Model Course 1.27 - 2012 edition".

Transas reflects upon a successfull year of cruise ship developments

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

February 2013. – 2012 presented a number of interesting challenges for the Transas ship modeling and hydrodynamics department, not least of which was the high fidelity modeling of more than ten vessels successfully completed for various high-profile members of the global Cruise Industry.

The year began with the development of several in-service vessels for the Resolve Maritime Academy, in support of their training programs for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCCL). This included the Celebrity Solstice, Freedom of the Seas, Vision of the Seas and TUI Mein Schiff 1. Each was painstakingly developed and validated to ensure the highest level of realism when compared against the equivalent operational vessel.

Two further RCCL vessels, still in the process of construction at the builders yard, were also modeled for Resolve; Quantum of the Seas and the TUI Mein Schiff 3, both due for maiden voyages in 2014. Neil Bennett, Vice President at Transas USA commented, "Modeling vessels that are yet to leave the yard presents real challenges for development, predominantly because there is only limited data available to work with. However, the value of being able to train officers who will one day sail aboard that vessel, and to have the opportunity to run simulated trials of that vessel entering some of the ports to which she will eventually sail, even before she is floated out, is immense."

George Toma, President at Transas USA added, "The site of one of these vessels approaching port is often breathtaking, and we at Transas strive to ensure that the experience of using the simulated version of such vessels is no less awe-inspiring."

In parallel, Transas developed the Emerald Princess and the future Royal Princess, due in service in the spring of 2013, for CSMART, the Center for Simulator Maritime Training, located in Almere, The Netherlands.

Most recently, another Cruise vessel, The Le Boréal, was developed for the French cruise line Compagnie du Ponant. She won the award for "Best Newcomer of the Year – GOLD" from the European Cruiser Association (EUCRAS). As interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel, "she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication".

Close cooperation between customers, developers and shipyards resulted in the creation of precision models, incorporating all the effects required for high level, professional training. Such cooperation usually includes ship visits, online validation sessions with simulator instructors, ship owner representatives and captains. Model developers also exchange data directly with shipyards, among others Fincantieri - Cantieri Navali Italiani, the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany and STX Finland Cruise Oy. The combination of scientific expertise, many years of experience, and the latest generation of Transas' flexible modeling engine, "Virtual Ship Yard", ensures highly realistic environmental, bank, vessel and channel interaction effects, special hydrodynamic effects for pod-driven vessels, tug interaction and much, much more. In addition, realistic ship-specific virtual control pages and hardware consoles have been created for each of the vessels.

Markus Battenfeld, Product Manager Databases at Transas Marine, says: "Transas is already looking forward to more developmental challenges in 2013, which we hope will contribute to safety at sea, provide an opportunity to accurately simulate current and future vessel types, and to verify port and terminal designs as viable cruise ship destinations."

Background information

Resolve Maritime Academy

The Resolve Maritime Academy, located at the home port of many cruise vessels, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the maritime training subsidiary of Resolve Marine Group, Inc., and amongst their many maritime training services, offer a number of dedicated and customized simulation training programs for Cruise Operators, for which the highest level of quality in simulation modeling is 'a must'. Resolve's simulation systems are arguably some of the most advanced in the World, providing highly flexible bridge and bridge wing environments, with the ability to train on several different Integrated Navigation Systems (INS).

Royal Carribbean Cruises Ltd (RCCL)

RCCL is a global cruise vacation company that operates Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Pullmantur Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises and CDF Croisieres de France, plus has a 50% stake in TUI Cruises.

CSMART, the Center for Simulator Maritime Training

CSMART is the Dutch branch of Carnival plc UK, which is a division of the Carnival Corporation & plc group. CSMART clients include some of the world's largest cruise companies like Princess Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Ibero Cruceros, Costa Cruises, The Yachts of Seabourn, Holland America Line, AIDA Cruises, Cunard Line and P&O Cruises, all of them individual cruise line brands of the Carnival Corporation & plc.

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CSMART

Meyer Werft

STX Finland Cruise Oy

Fincantieri - Cantieri Navali Italiani

Transas Marine completed AIS-based VTS installation for the EU-funded SafeMed II Project

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

February 2013. Aqaba, Jordan. - Transas Middle East successfully installed and commissioned Standalone AIS Solution at the Port of Aqaba, Jordan within the EU-funded SafeMed II Project.

The primary purpose of the project is to provide a comprehensive picture of the maritime traffic to all interested parties, which will help to forecast dangers and risks related to the marine pollution.

Transas standalone AIS solution incorporates the latest VTS technology and meets all international standards. At the core of the system is Transas AIS Base station T214, state-of-the art solution designed specifically for coastal surveillance, vessel traffic monitoring and ports management.

Intended to cover Aqaba Port, its inner port waters, navigational channels and fairways, this effective solution will significantly contribute to the prevention of marine pollution, improvement of safety navigation and overall security of the port.

In addition, Transas supplied and commissioned AIS VTS Server, WEB server and related hardware equipment to the Jordan Maritime Authority financed by the EU-funded SafeMed II regional project. This project is implemented in the Mediterranean region by the Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Response Centre for the Mediterranean Sea (REMPEC) on behalf of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

The Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Response Centre for the Mediterranean Sea is based in Malta and assists the Mediterranean coastal States in ratifying, transposing, implementing and enforcing international maritime conventions related to the prevention of and response to marine pollution from ships.

Related links:

Jordan Maritime Authority

Transas Marine selected as ECDIS supplier by the Swedish Armed Forces

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2012. Gothenburg, Sweden. – Transas Marine has received a prestigious order to supply its Navi-Sailor ECDIS systems to the Swedish Armed Forces.

After an extensive evaluation, the Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) has selected Transas to implement ECDIS on board of eight Swedish Armed Forces vessels. The project is the first in the series to implement ECDIS across the Swedish Navy fleet.

Transas will supply Dual Navi-Sailor 4100 ECDIS with Radar overlay, including full project management, integrated logistics support and system safety process implementation. The equipment will be installed on 5 school ships and 3 hoovercrafts.

School Vessels are used to train officers in navigation. The crew consists of 10 people. The vessels are 26 meters long and 6 meters wide.

Hovercrafts are a part of the Armed Forces amphibian battalion with the crew consisting of three people. The vessels are 22 meters long and 11 meters wide and can carry 50 fully equipped soldiers.

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Swedish Armed Forces

TORM chooses Transas Marine Dual ECDIS

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013. Denmark. – TORM has chosen Transas Marine as an ECDIS supplier for five of its vessels.

Navi-Sailor 4000 Dual ECDIS will be installed on five L-Class Tankers. Along with this, Transas Marine will supply and install 1 x 'Back of the Bridge' station on each of the five vessels, and the vessels will thereby obtain 3 x fully operational ECDIS stations.

Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 ECDIS 'Back of the Bridge' planning station is based on the 24'' Panel PC. It includes Navi-Planner with full voyage plan functionality and ECDIS Software.

Installation has been completed on the vessel "TORM LOUISE", and remaining 4 vessels will be equipped in the following months.

In addition, Transas Marine has upgraded eight other TORM vessels to the latest hard- and software versions.

A number of Transas ECDIS systems have been delivered and installed in the past on-board TORM vessels and both TORM and Transas Marine are happy to continue our fruitful cooperation.

About TORM: TORM was founded in 1889. With headquarters in Copenhagen and activities worldwide, TORM is listed on NASDAQ QMX in Copenhagen and New York. TORM operates one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets in the world.

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TORM

Eitzen Chemical A/S and Transas Marine Denmark agree on Dual ECDIS installations and upgrades

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013. Denmark. – Transas Marine Denmark has signed an agreement with the Eitzen Chemical A/S (Copenhagen, Denmark) for ECDIS supply. According to the contract, Transas will supply and install the Navi-Sailor 4000 Multifunction Display Dual ECDIS on 28 vessels and upgrade Transas Dual ECDIS on 6 vessels to the latest hardware & software standards over the next 2 years.

The package for each vessel includes 2 x 26" Hatteland monitors, RS6B computers, radar overlay and Firewall enabling a direct connection between the vessel's satellite communication equipment and the Transas ECDIS.

After the installations, all vessels will run the unique "Pay As You Sail" chart concept from Transas. With Transas PAYS solution Eitzen Chemical fleet will have a license and access to install, view and pre-plan using official (S)ENC's without additional cost and will only pay for the "best scale charts" actually used for navigation monitoring.

Eitzen Chemical ASA is a leading marine chemical and related products transportation company with a total sailing fleet of 50 vessels. The Company transports a wide variety of cargoes such as organic chemicals, non-organic chemicals, clean and dirty petroleum products, vegetable oils and lube oils. The fleet consists of coated and stainless steel vessels ranging from 3,500 to 48,000 dwt, primarily designed for the transport of IMO II classified chemical cargoes. The vessels are employed in the spot market or chartered out through time-charter agreements or COAs.

The owned and leased fleet comprise 50 vessels, of which 40 vessels are owned or on finance lease and 10 vessels are on operating lease. The vessels are commercially operated through offices in Denmark, Spain, USA and Singapore.

Both sides look forward to successful collaboration on this project.

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Eitzen Chemical ASA

ECDIS Workbook from Transas Marine

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013. Sweden. – In response to the growing demand in ECDIS Training and in order to contribute to the knowledge improvement on ECDIS use, Transas Marine has published an ECDIS Workbook which can be used together with the Transas ECDIS demo software, both available for free download from the company's website.

According to the STCW 2010 Code, ECDIS training is mandatory for all Deck officers serving on board ships fitted with ECDIS equipment.

The main goal of the ECDIS Demo Workbook is to provide the vessel's crew with knowledge, understanding and proficiency in the use of Navi-Sailor 4000 ECDIS and Chart Assistant Utility. The workbook is designated for nautical officers and other persons in charge of navigational tasks, and consists of theoretical and practice parts.

Transas pays utmost attention to the ECDIS Training and provides different types of courses, including generic, type-specific, onboard, train the trainer, technical and computer-based trainings. Shipping companies can train their crews worldwide through the Transas Global ECDIS Training Network GET-Net, which today consists of 24 partners.

During 2012 Transas Marine trained hundreds of seafarers and issued 1,005 ECDIS certificates through its own training structure including 144 instructor certificates for qualification of in-house trainers for shipping companies and training institutes as required by some Flag States.

Related links:

Download Transas ECDIS Workbook

Transas ECDIS Training solutions

Transas Marine receives RINA and Lloyds Register approvals for Radio Communication Survey and APT

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013. Sweden. – Transas Marine has received RINA and Lloyds Register approvals to perform Radio Communication equipment survey and VDR/SVDR Annual Performance Testing.

The RINA certification authorizes Transas service engineers to perform inspections of vessels' Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) communication equipment and annual performance test of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR/SVDR).

The renewed Lloyds Register "Approval of Service Supplier" includes survey, performance testing and maintenance of Radio Communications equipment, AIS, LRIT and SSAS; and annual performance testing of VDR/SVDR.

With these approvals Transas Marine can offer combined VDR APT and Radio Survey, which will result in cost and time saving for our customers.

Under the international Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention, cargo ships over 300 gross tonnage must be equipped with a minimum suite of radio equipment to communicate with Rescue Coordination Centres. Reliable communications system is critical for safety of life of the crew and passengers onboard. Regular inspections of the GMDSS installations are required under the SOLAS regulations.

APT and GMDSS inspections are carried out by qualified Transas service engineers. Transas service organization holds the approvals of all leading classification societies. Transas Service Network is strategically spread worldwide and is able to respond to any service queries 24/7.

For APT / GMDSS Radio Survey request and additional information please contact service@transas.com

Related links:

RINA Group

Lloyds Register

Resolve Maritime Academy, LLC joins the Transas Global ECDIS Training Network, GET-Net

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013. FL, USA. – Resolve Maritime Academy became the first major training center in the USA to join the Transas Global ECDIS Training Network GET-Net.

Resolve Maritime Academy, LLC is a subsidiary of Resolve Marine Group, Inc. a global leader in emergency response and vessel salvage.

Joining the Global GET-Net ECDIS training network, represents another step in Resolve Maritime Academy's recent expansion of programs and offerings, and follows the extensive implementation of full mission and classroom simulators from Transas at their 17^th Street facility in Fort Lauderdale, during 2011 and 2012. Although offering specific capabilities aimed at the Cruise Industry, the simulators are designed with the flexibility to be utilized for training applications across a wide spectrum of maritime users.

The Academy has successfully implemented ECDIS and multifunctional navigational displays at all levels of simulation, from their classrooms with no less than twenty-one ECDIS workplaces, to part task 'mini-bridges' with visualization, full mission systems, and bridge wing simulation for precision docking using ECDIS.

Resolve Maritime Academy provides generic and Transas type-specific ECDIS training and certification, for national and international clients, in full compliance with Flag State, Port State Control, and Classification Society requirements, with a fully qualified team of experienced expert Instructors.

David Boldt, Simulator Group Manager at the Resolve Maritime Academy commented; "Resolve is exceptionally pleased to join with Transas as a partner in training. The Transas GET-Net program is a great way for us to access markets we otherwise would find difficult to reach. This strategic partnership allows Resolve to meet the STCW 2010 objectives and all Flag State requirements for ECDIS Type Specific training".

According to the STCW 2010 Code, ECDIS training is mandatory for all Deck officers serving on board ships fitted with ECDIS equipment. The Transas ECDIS Equipment Specific Training and certification program provided via Transas GET-Net and offered worldwide via GET-Net partners, is an important component of ECDIS knowledge for users, and helps to ensure that deck officers utilizing Transas equipment are trained to the highest standards available.

About GET-Net: Transas GET-Net is an international partnership between Transas Marine and outstanding ECDIS training providers worldwide. All partnering training centers receive a detailed instructor training and pass quality audit. ECDIS training is based on a Germanischer Lloyd certified training course which follows the ECDIS IMO Model Course 1.27 and is fully compliant to the STCW 2010. Transas Marine also holds BSH Flag State approval for its STCW conform ECDIS Training.

Using GET-Net, a shipping company is able to train locally and save travelling costs, at the same time getting a standardized course with a guaranteed training quality worldwide. Read more

Related links:

Resolve Maritime Academy

Transas holds the most advanced certificates for navigational and DP simulators after DNV Class A approval

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

January, 2013 – Gothenburg, Sweden. On December 18, 2012 Det Norske Veritas (Norway) issued statement of compliance for the Transas navigational and DP simulators. As a result, the Transas Navi-Trainer Professional 5000 holds the most advanced certificates set in the maritime simulator industry; it has been certified as a Bridge Operation Simulator Class A with class notation "Integrated simulator system, NAUT AW (SIM), DYNPOS – AUT (SIM), HSC, TUG, ICE, AHTS" and Dynamic Positioning Simulator Class A as per the latest edition of Standard for Certification of Maritime Simulators No. 2.14 January 2011.

Transas is the first manufacturer to acquire DNV approval of an anchor-handling operations module according to the latest standard. This standard is based on the requirements of the STCW convention which was significantly amended in 2010 (Manila amendments).

It's now officially confirmed that Transas NTPRO meets both basic standard requirements for Bridge Operation simulation system (Section 3) and:

Additional requirements for simulators intended for training in ice navigation (Ref. STCW Section B-V/g Guidance regarding training of masters and officers for ships operating in polar waters) -Class notation ICE;
Additional requirements for simulators intended for training on Integrated Bridge Systems including Integrated Navigation – Class notation NAUT AW (SIM);
Additional requirements for simulators intended for training in Anchor Handling operations (Ref. STCW Section B-V/e, Offshore supply vessels performing anchor-handling operations) – Class notation AHTS.

Transas NTPRO supports simulation training and qualification for crews of ordinary vessels, and for High Speed Craft – Class notation HSC, and all types of tugs – Class notation TUG.

The new Statement of Compliance certificate for DP simulator declares that Transas NTPRO 5000 meets all requirements for Class A Dynamic Positioning simulation system (Section 8) – Class notation DYNPOS – AUT (SIM).

Related links:

DNV SeaSkill^TM

Navigazione Montanari S.p.A. signs Transas TRANSERV agreement

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

December, 2012. Italy – Transas Marine and Navigazione Montanari have signed a TRANSERV agreement for 11 vessels.

9 vessels are already equipped with Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 Dual ECDIS and Transas Admiralty Data Service TADS (Official SENC), and sail paperless. 2 more vessels will be fitted with Navi-Sailor ECDIS and TADS in spring 2013.

TRANSERV is a Support and Maintenance program from Transas Marine that includes 24/7 service coordination, charts ordering, software updates and preventive maintenance.

With TRANSERV, navigation systems onboard of Navigazione Montanari vessels will be always up-to-date, compliant with the latest standards and rules, support changes in chart format and will ensure easy interface to other bridge systems. The onboard crew will also receive a training on new functionalities and assistance with improvement of vessels' routines in using and maintaining the system.

Navigazione Montanari S.p.A. was founded in Italy in 1889. The company manages a fleet of 28 vessels active in crude oil, chemical and product carrier sectors.

Related links: Navigazione Montanari S.p.A.

Transas installed and commissioned the River Information System on the Dnieper and Danube rivers.

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

November 2012 – Ukraine. Transas successfully completed installation and commissioning of the River Information Service on the inland waterways of the Danube and Dnieper rivers.

The River Information Service was designed specifically to ensure safe navigation on inland waterways, to provide electronic data transfer between water and shore through real time information exchange and harmonise information services to support traffic management in inland navigation.

The River information system of Ukraine covers inland waters of the Danube and Dnieper rivers. Compliant with European standards and all specific requirements for the River Information Services, the RIS is a unique system which has no analogues in CIS.

The system comprises the AIS Network which provides centralized control and diagnostics of AIS Base Stations T-214 installed along the Dnieper and Danube. It enables reception and transmission of data from/to AIS Base Stations, as well as information exchange between vessels and shore side operators through the communication channels. One of the system's key features is ability to send electronic notices to boat masters which are automatically translated into 24 languages.

Thanks to the Web portal of the River Information Service of Ukraine (www. ukrris.com.ua), which collects information from sub-systems of the RIS, it is possible to provide users with real time information and ensure timely data exchange between different services. It will help to plan resources for port and terminal processes as well as streamline the information flow.