SatComs Extended to Smaller Vessels

01 Dec 2003

One of the many exhibitors showing new marine communications equipment at Europort last month was France Telecom Mobile Satellite Communications , which introduced Inmarsat Fleet 55 and 33 mobile satellite services. These mean that Inmarsat's Fleet family of maritime communications is no longer restricted to the high seas or transoceanic shipping, as medium sized and smaller vessels can now benefit from comprehensive sitcoms equipment. 

McMurdo Launch Explosion at Europort

01 Dec 2003

McMurdo Limited , the Portsmouth UK based manufacturer of marine electronic and safety equipment had an eventful Europort last month, revealing a new corporate branding and launching two new products plus a new website. 

Europort Debut for Satellite Vessel Tracking System

01 Dec 2003

UK based operator of global satellite based telematics information services Satamatics travelled to Amsterdam to launch a new miniature SAT 101 mobile satellite terminal at Europort last month. The new terminal, with its integral GPS receiver enables port authorities and other coastal operators to track the location, speed and heading of their vessels from any desktop or laptop computer with an internet connection. 

Tanker Giant Joins ECDIS Trial

01 Dec 2003

Oil tanker operators Teekay Shipping is the latest shipping company to enrol for sea trials of the forthcoming Admiralty ECDIS Service , which is expected to launch in Spring 2004. Trials are being conducted to test and prove all aspects of the service ahead of launch. The service has been developed by the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office to minimise navigational risk for shipping companies while maximising safety and operational benefits.