Trelleborg launches new navigation system for Panama Canal transits
Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure has launched its latest fixed-installed piloting unit, SafePilot P3, developed in response to the recent advisory issued by the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) requiring a new positioning system for Neopanamax vessels, beginning in October 2023.
Trelleborg describes SafePilot P3 as a high-accuracy navigation solution that provides real-time certified data to and from the pilot’s display, enabling more efficient operations in constrained waterways. The unit features an advanced motion sensor and an exceptionally precise global navigation satellite system (GNSS) that measures the vessel’s movement in three dimensions. It computes the vessel’s position and heading based on dual GNSS antennas and has a built-in backup battery allowing it to function even during power outages.
Richard Hepworth, President of Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, said:
“Using a novel approach, we developed a solution that makes pilotage much easier in confined waterways. We’re always striving to innovate, and SafePilot P3 reflects that commitment. It integrates seamlessly with Trelleborg’s SafeCaptain App and is the first of its type evaluated and approved by the ACP. An added benefit of this solution is that it is suitable for use globally in all waterways and ports in conjunction with the SafePilot App.”
The new unit enables the SafePilot application to operate on vessels, providing pilots with access to the most reliable data related to vessel positioning and movement. As a result, it minimises the time and complexity associated with lengthy pilotage procedures. Aside from improving situational awareness while transiting the canal and approaching the port, the SafePilot P3 enhances communication between the captain, pilot, tug operators, and canal personnel.
Read the article online at: https://www.drybulkmagazine.com/ports-terminals/14122022/trelleborg-launches-new-navigation-system-for-panama-canal-transits/
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