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Transas Marine launches new ECDIS website www.ecdisfit.com

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September, 2010. Transas Marine has launched online ECDIS Guide www.ecdisfit.com. In this guide we've combined our expertise with customer experience and lessons learned over more than 10 years of ECDIS installation and use.

During the last two decades there has been a constant flow of new carriage requirements for Bridge equipment; in most cases a burden for ship owners and crew. ECDIS can reverse this situation if it's properly installed, optimized for a particular vessel and manned by a well-trained crew. We hope our guide will give you some hints and ideas to show how ECDIS can optimize your operations, saving time and money.

ECDIS can bring added value to a ship owner as well as for a crew, in addition to enhanced safety and fulfilling the ECDIS Carriage Requirement.

Proper transition to ECDIS takes time. So do as many ship owners have already done - get started now to benefit from your ECDIS installation from day one. And let us help you to manage any challenges along the way.

Wilson ASA goes paperless with Transas ECDIS

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August, 2010 - Norway. Transas Marine Norway AS has secured a framework agreement with Wilson ASA for supply of ECDIS for paperless navigation on 18 new vessels under order and upgrade of the remaining fleet. A dual installation of Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 MFD ECDIS fulfills the ECDIS carriage requirements and is approved for paperless navigation. The Wilson fleet consists of 113 vessels, ranging from 1 500 – 10 000 DWT, and Wilson is among the largest shipping operators within the European short sea segment. Under this contract, Transas has already delivered dual Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 MFD ECDIS for two vessels, WILSON NORTH and WILSON NICE.

Transas ECDIS is a true "multifunction" system that reads and presents all official chart formats. Transas Admiralty Digital Services (TADS) provides the best coverage of official charts available, a service that will include temporary and preliminary (T&P) chart corrections.

Wilson ASA selected Transas after careful considerations of available alternatives. Wilson's Purchasing Manager, Nikolai Berget, concluded that Transas delivers the most cost efficient solution and that Transas provides for all required products and services in one smooth operation.

John Vonli, Transas Marine Norway's General Manager, says: "I am impressed with Wilson's professionalism and I look forward to being Wilson's supplier of hardware and services for paperless navigation."

Transas continues cooperation with Lithuanian Maritime Academy and Liepaja Maritime College

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August, 2010 – Transas Baltic SIA (Latvia) delivered Transas GMDSS Simulators TGS 5000 to maritime institutions of Latvia and Lithuania as a part of cross-border cooperation programme.

The project's objective is to improve competitiveness of local maritime labour force and overall enhancement of maritime education programmes in these countries.

In Lithuanian Maritime Academy in Klaipeda Transas installed 2 GMDSS simulators one of which is integrated with previously supplied Transas navigational simulator. The second GMDSS Simulator was supplied in configuration with 1 instructor workplace, 12 trainee workstations and 6 consoles with real controls.

In Liepaja Maritime College, Latvia Transas has installed TGS 5000 consisting of 1 GMDSS instructor workplace, 5 trainee workplaces and 5 sets of consoles with alarm panels.

With new Transas GMDSS Simulators, both institutions will provide high-quality training for marine radio communications equipment.

Related links: Liepaja Maritime College

Lithuanian Maritime Academy

Durban University of Technology benefits from the new engine room simulator

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 19, 2010 – Transas Marine International in cooperation with its local distributor Radio Holland South Africa has recently installed a new engine room simulator at Durban University of Technology (DUT) Department of Maritime Studies, South Africa. The first group to be trained on the new engine room simulator will be the students registered for Marine Engineering Knowledge I, starting this semester. Part of their assessment will be a completion of series of progressive tasks aimed at obtaining basic operator skills and familiarization with an engine room equipment.

In addition, Transas provided a three-day operation training course which was highly appreciated by DUT representatives.

Edward Pines, Lecturer on Ship Stability & Marine Engineering, Department of Maritime Studies, noted: "This training session was very worthwhile and introduced us not only to the complexities of the various systems but also clearly demonstrated the value of such a system as both a teaching method and as an assessment and evaluation tool. I am sure that we shall be able to demonstrate value for money invested in this project.

May I take this opportunity to thank all those who worked to motivate for the provision of this software and ancillary equipment and also those who helped to create the means and process of funding for this project."

Simulation as a method of teaching and training is fast becoming a methodology being adopted worldwide in all the major teaching and training establishments. DUT is now positioned to provide an improved and world class opportunity for teaching and training in all levels of marine engineering within the maritime industry.

Related links: Durban University of Technology

Radio Holland South Africa

Dokuz Eylul University conducted a risk assessment of ship maneuvers in Aliaga terminals

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

July, 2010 – Dokuz Eylul University Maritime Faculty, Turkey has conducted a study to assess risk level of ship maneuvers in Aliaga terminals using Transas Simulation solutions. The "Project for Enhancement of Safety Culture in Pilotage and Towage Services Organizations" was held under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Dr. Selçuk NAS. Risk level of ship maneuvers in Aliaga terminals in this study was assessed by harbor pilots.

Total Petroleum Terminal, Tupras Crude Oil Terminal, Tupras Petroleum Terminal and Tupras LPG Terminals have been designed using Transas Model Wizard software by Asst. Prof. Dr. Yusuf ZORBA and Asst. Prof. Dr. Selçuk NAS in order to try the dangerous maneuvers in the Aliaga terminals. Also Ege Gaz LNG Terminal model has been designed in close cooperation between Transas and Dokuz Eylul University.

Transas Model Wizard (MW) is a unified suite of tools and utilities, intended to create and modify both Transas marine simulation exercise areas and ship models "in-house". MW has been specifically designed by Transas for organizations that use Marine Simulation environment for research and development purposes.

After designing the Aliaga terminals, maneuvering scenarios were developed in Transas navigational simulator NTPRO 5000. The harbor pilots practiced dangerous and emergency maneuvers on Transas navigational simulator installed at the Maritime Faculty training center of Docuz Eylul University.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Selçuk NAS comments on the project: "As result of the study, pilots had the opportunity to test the high risky and emergency maneuvers. In this manner, they can develop and determine the appropriate measures against the maneuvering threats in the terminals".

Transas new generation GMDSS simulator TGS 5000 receives DNV certificate

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

July, 2010 – Transas GMDSS simulator TGS 5000 received DNV Statement of Compliance as Class A Radio Communication Simulator according to DNV Standard № 2.14, October 2007.

The Transas GMDSS Simulator TGS 5000 is designed for training and examining ship specialists who receive a General Operator Certificate (GOC) or Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC), it also ensures training in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations and VTS operator training.

Traditionally, Transas GMDSS simulator provides precise simulation of latest GMDSS equipment. New generation simulator is capable of simulating SAILOR 5000 equipment, including SAILOR 5000 console, MF/HF radio station with DSC and Radiotelex SAILOR CU5100, Inmarsat mini-C GMDSS SES SAILOR TT-3043CP, Portable VHF GMDSS SAILOR SP3520, Alarm Panel SAILOR AP5065 and Battery panel.

Transas GMDSS simulator has always been following both new trends of radio communication equipment and new standards. New simulator comprises TRON AIS-SART (Jotron A/S) as per IMO Resolution MSC.246(83) as an alternative to 9 GHz SART (from January 1, 2010).

DNV seal witnesses the outstanding quality, physical and behavioral realism that Transas GMDSS Simulator has always demonstrated.

Gleamray Maritime Inc. shifts into a new era of paperless navigation with Transas ECDIS

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

July, 2010 – Gleamray Maritime Inc. has signed a contract with Transas Hellas for implementation of 'paperless navigation' program for its fleet.

Gleamray Maritime Inc. decided to shift to paperless navigation a lot earlier than ECDIS carriage requirement comes into force. Transas Hellas will supply its type-approved Dual Navi-Sailor ECDIS, Transas Admiralty Data Service TADS which incorporates official ENCs and chart updates. Under the contract agreement Transas Hellas will also provide ECDIS training for the entire crew.

Gleamray Maritime Inc. owns and manages today a fleet of 7 bulk carriers and realizes a program of 10 newbuildings.

Transas Marine International receives DNV type-approval for Radio Communication survey

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

June, 2010 – Transas Marine International has been awarded a DNV type-approval to perform Radio Communication Equipment survey and testing on Ships, High Speed and Light Craft.

The DNV certification authorizes Transas service engineers to perform inspections of the vessels' Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) communication equipment.

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.

The GMDSS inspections will be carried out by qualified Transas service engineers in the ports worldwide.

Transas service organization meets the approval of all leading classification societies. Transas Service Network is strategically spread worldwide and is able to respond to any service enquiries 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and deliver service on time.

For Survey request and additional information please contact service@transas.com

Transas Marine supplied complete NAUT-OSV Nav/Com package to m/v SIA (CT Offshore)

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

June, 2010. Denmark – Holding most of ECDIS market in Denmark, Transas continues to strengthen its positions in Scandinavan region. M/V SIA, a state-of-the-art RoRo supply vessel, was equipped with the latest Transas Integrated Bridge Solution TIBS 4000 Multifunction Display.

Transas sophisticated Bridge solution, delivered to the vessel, is designed in full compliance with DNV Naut-OSV requirements and combines main navigational aids to form a single information environment for navigator.

The scope of supply includes 2 x Navi-Radar 4000 MFD Chart Radar (X band); Navi-Sailor 4000 Dual ECDIS Multifunction Display; complete Sailor GMDSS package; SSAS; echo sounder; 2 x DGPS units; AIS; LRIT; Log unit; Navtex unit; Multiple TFT-monitors on for/aft bridge and bridge wing areas; Navis DP2 system. All systems were supplied and commisioned by Transas Marine.

M/v SIA is also supplied with the Transas Admiralty Data Service (TADS) which incorporates official ENCs and chart updates and enables her to operate completely paperless.

Equipped with innovative Bridge solution, M/V SIA meets the latest IMO carriage requirements for ECDIS which leads CT Offshore into the new shipping era.

Paw Cortes, Manager of SIA Offshore ApS comments: 'We have chosen Transas because of their reliability, flexibility and willingness to meet the demand of the client. Transas participated in a whole project scope which was under constant development all the time until the day of sea trials'.

CT Offshore is a privately owned Danish offshore company. Specializing in offshore wind and sub-sea cable services, the company operates a fleet of cable lay vessels and trenchers. Previously, Transas supplied an ECDIS for M/V Line and DP system for M/V NICO. Current contract is an evidence of a continuing partnership between Transas and CT Offshore.

Transas supplies simulator complex to Dar Es Salaam Maritime Institute, Tanzania

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

June 2010 –Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. Transas Middle East was awarded the contract to supply a training suite including navigational and engine room simulators to Dar Es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI) in Tanzania.

Under the contract, Transas will upgrade the existing navigational simulator to the newest generation of Transas Full Mission Ship Simulator NTPRO 5000 with 270 degree horizontal field of view and rear visualisation channel.

New generation navigational simulator boasts visualization system offering the highest level of realism featuring wind-generated sea state and variable swell model with user selected sea state spectrum, accurate vessel and wave interaction, full scene and environment reflection, and three dimensional bow waves and propeller wash and associated floating object interference. New grounding, synchronous rolling, broaching and other modeling features make training larger than life. Integrated VHF and Intercom solutions, voice communication and CCTV video recording are available for debrief and assessment. Particular attention was paid to radar. Transas now has reached another level in accurate and realistic radar picture presentation. This has been achieved by years of experience and strong industry feedback.

The award of contract also includes supply, installation and commissioning of a Full Mission Engine Room Simulator and a PC based Multi Functional Classroom Simulator for 12 Trainees to acquire knowledge and experience in the principles of operation and diagnosis of marine engineering/electrical systems. Resource management and team training can be provided by integrating Full Mission Shiphandling Simulator and Full Mission ERS.

Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has chosen Transas after an international Tender which re-affirms Transas as leading simulator manufacturer and reliable partner for professional Maritime Training Establishments.

With similar installations in neighbouring Kenya supplied and commissioned last year, this contract establishes Transas in East Africa firmly.

Dar Es Salaam Maritime Institute has over 2000 students and is the leading Maritime Training Institution in Tanzania as well as amongst East Africa Nations. The DMI was established by Tanzanian Government on 3rd July 1978. This was at a time when the STCW78 Convention was promulgated an International legal instrument requiring formal training for seafarers which Tanzania aimed to comply with. Since then the DMI mission is to develop marine expertise and produce competently trained and qualified marine personnel within the Eastern African Region and the world at large.

The new Complex is expected to be handed over by in the next few months.

Related links:

Dar Es Salaam Maritime Institute

Tanzania Private Sector Foundation