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  • The new EM 304 MKII echo sounder from KONGSBERG boasts long range precision with a wide swath

    KONGSBERG’s new EM 304 MKII multibeam echo sounder offers major range and swath improvements

    Kongsberg Maritime is pleased to announce the launch of the EM 304 MKII, the newest addition to its portfolio of deep-water multibeam echo sounders. Underpinned by a brand new KONGSBERG-designed wideband transmitter, the new mapping system boosts range from a previous maximum of 8,000m to full ocean depth, and increases swath performance by up to 75%

  • Karen Bartlett, account director

    Leading maritime marketing specialist appoints new PR account director

    Specialist maritime PR agency Saltwater Stone is rounding off a busy year with the promotion of a long-serving employee to the position of account director. After 23 years working in the marine industry, Karen has in-depth knowledge across all sectors from leisure yachting to commercial shipping, backed up by wide-ranging contacts.

  • Kongsberg Digital will host a webinar week, with a series of Power Hours on digital maritime technologies

    Meet the maritime digitalization experts with Kongsberg Digital’s Power Hours

    Kongsberg Digital are delighted to announce a new Webinar Week: a series of live webinars taking the form of ‘Power Hours’. Hosted by leading experts from within Kongsberg Digital and the maritime industry, these sessions offer a valuable, time-efficient way for professionals across all market sectors to stay informed and learn of the latest developments in maritime digitalization

  • The new Inmarsat Superyacht Connectivity Report confirms that satellite communications usage and spend will continue to grow over the next five years

    Inmarsat Launches 2020 Superyacht Connectivity Report

    Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has published its third Superyacht Connectivity Report, focusing on the future requirements of superyacht professionals and the growing demand for advanced satellite technology to enable new ambitions of yachting freedom and adventure.

  • Kongsberg Digital’s new radar application will enable instructors to facilitate online radar training for students, who can practice anywhere and anytime using their own laptop and an internet connection

    Kongsberg Digital releases first cloud-based simulation service for maritime radar training

    Kongsberg Digital is delighted to announce the launch of a new cloud-based simulation service for maritime radar training. Used as an advanced eLearning tool, it enables instructors to manage and control exercises with realistic radar simulations to students, who now can practice and prepare for their exams anytime, anywhere and at their own pace

  • The SESAME Solution II e-navigation project aims to automate ship reporting worldwide

    Automated ship reporting service launched by NCA as part of KONGSBERG’s Sesame Solution II project

    The SESAME Solution II project successfully completed a major milestone when the Norwegian Coastal Administration released the first iteration of an automated ship reporting service. The service is hosted on a test environment in SafeSeaNet Norway, the Norwegian Coastal Administration’s maritime single window (MSW), and was developed through the SESAME Solution II and STM BALTSAFE projects

  • 'Artemis' will be equipped with a selection of advanced SIMRAD sonar equipment

    Kongsberg Maritime supply SIMRAD sonar equipment for 75m Pelagic trawler 'Artemis'

    Kongsberg Maritime is pleased to announce that it will be supplying a portfolio of SIMRAD sonar equipment for a new 75m Pelagic trawler, currently in build at Karstensen’s Shipyard in Skagen, Denmark. Commissioned in partnership by Scottish fishing companies Northbay Fishing Co. Ltd and Wiseman Fishing Co. Ltd, the new vessel – to be called 'Artemis' – will be based in Banff, Scotland

  • The new YANMAR VC20 Vessel Control System

    YANMAR Introduces New VC20 Vessel Control System

    YANMAR Marine International is launching a new Vessel Control System delivering the advanced functionality, modern design, and easy installation suited to evolve alongside its latest electronically controlled engines in the years ahead.

  • David Payne has been appointed as Business Development Director, Fischer Panda UK

    Fischer Panda UK Strengthens Leadership Team with New Appointments

    Marine, automotive and defence systems specialist Fischer Panda UK has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of David Payne as Business Development Director and Chris Baker as Operations and Technical Director, effective from 1st January 2021.

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