First thruster integrator for NMEA 2000

Approved as the first and only thruster integrator for NMEA 2000, Vetus advances the implementation of thruster, as well as electric propulsion, technology in line with the National Marine Electronics Association’s widely recognized communications standard.

The launch of the CANverter enables connection of the proprietary Vetus Controller Area Network (V-CAN) into the NMEA 2000 network, establishing integration of the company’s specialized V-CAN products, notably its BOW PRO thrusters and new E-LINE and E-POD electric propulsion, with other certified high level onboard systems in support of serial data networking.

Strengthening Vetus’s higher level protocol to match the world’s leading marine electronics manufacturers, the new CANverter NMEA certification and network connection results in a range of additional external control and monitoring advantages. The potential benefits include the ability to visualize V-CAN data and the Vetus brand on screen, control V-CAN data with NMEA 2000 devices, and to select NMEA 2000 controllers. By combining CANverter and NMEA 2000 OneNet, the standard for IP networking of devices, users can monitor any installed V-CAN device remotely.

Thijs Boegheim, Sales Director EMEA and Global Marketing Director, Vetus, said: “The NMEA 2000 certification for our CANverter is a landmark development for the company, confirming that Vetus is now among the marine electronics giants in the industry. With the trend for increased interconnectivity and unified control and monitoring, we are pleased to be the first company to offer new capabilities as the only supplier that currently supports thruster PGNs (Parameter Group Numbers) to enable NMEA 2000 data compatibility. Our innovative E-LINE and E-POD electric propulsion can now also be linked to the NMEA 2000 network.”

V-CAN products include the new Vetus E-LINE and E-POD electric propulsion solutions, as well as the E-LINE panels and controls: the MPE1KB key switch, MPE1MB monitoring panel and ELPS control lever. The V-CAN thrusters include the leading BOWA and BOWB proportional thrusters, the Rimdrive thruster and the retractable thruster, plus the BPPJA, BPPPA and DBPPJA thruster panels.

Vetus equipment is used by OEMs and marine operators around the world to solve problems, ensure reliability and upgrade performance. Ideal for the commercial market, the innovative BOW PRO thruster range feature fully proportional control and can be run continuously. Additional equipment on display at this year’s Seawork include high temperature exhaust systems. All Vetus products are backed by a worldwide dealer network, with a comprehensive warranty.

Visit Vetus at Seawork 2021 on stand PB57