Modular onboard software suite upgraded

Norway’s C-MAP, a leader in digital marine cartography and cloud-based mapping, has announced the release of C-MAP IMS 2.1

A modular onboard software suite, IMS 2.1 is designed to improve operational efficiency and streamline voyage planning and nautical information management.

The newly enhanced NauticalManager module supports a modern and efficient workflow for automated chart and publication management, and a comprehensive set of tools for route planning, graphical and quantitative analysis of weather and navigational considerations. IMS Voyage Planning is available free of charge to C-MAP commercial chart customers.

The Weather Routing module adds automated weather routing capabilities. It generates a navigationally correct route that stays within your specified weather limits. The Optimization module uses a state-of-the-art algorithm to generate, quickly and with minimal user input, the ideal route that meets commercial objectives while minimizing fuel consumption, maintaining seakeeping limits, and avoiding dangerous weather.

The platform streamlines and simplifies onboard navigational tasks while providing integration with C-MAP’s web-based FleetManager, claiming unmatched levels of insight for operations managers.

New features included in the update also include Complete management of onboard S-57/S-63 electronic chart portfolio and a Passage Plan report facility including T&P (Temporary and Preliminary Notices to Mariners).

By Jake Frith