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When we need to maximize our shipboard efficiency and safety, Integrated Bridge System is the ultimate solution. Our intuitive system provides excellent performance and reliable navigation in extreme conditions, by bringing together data from all on-board systems and navigation sensors.

An Integrated Bridge System (IBS) is defined as a combination of navigation aids, equipment and sensors, which are interconnected in order to allow centralised access to sensor information and to enable effective Bridge Resources Management from workstations, with the aim of increasing the safety of the ship and her navigational efficiency.

The purpose of IBS is primarily to enhance the operational efficiency on board ships by provisioning of Bridge navigation information in a networked environment to all users / operators from various workstations. The system solution is based on well established marine standards, COTS technology and local product / maintenance support.

With fitment of IBS, it would be feasible to have Radar, ECDIS and Conning information available at all positions thereby increasing the operational effectiveness while catering for redundancy in case of failure of any one display. The IBS shall provide an Integrated solution and Functional capabilities for all Navigation sensors ensuring better safety of navigation and higher operational effectiveness.

Using modular, open design architecture, any combination of VisionMaster navigational equipment can be integrated to provide an efficient bridge design for any vessel. The modular system fully integrates third party equipment to enhance and maximise the feature set of the VisionMaster IBS.

Key Benefits

Improved Safety

When safety is your priority, you can depend on the IBS function of total network sensor integration to deliver enhanced situational awareness.

Reliable sensors support the core navigation system with all relevant data, which is distributed and monitored by a fully redundant data and alarm management system.

An uncomplicated display presentation simplifies and streamlines navigational tasks. It is designed for easy operation to allow maximum time for observation and decision-making. Common responsibilities such as safe navigation, route planning, navigational status monitoring, log-keeping, alarm awareness and day-to-day chart management are made easy through common workstation layouts via harmonised menu structures.

Greater Convenience

The integrated bridge consoles offer the ultimate in ergonomic design for ease of operation and maintenance, with the multi-function console/ TotalWatch using widescreen, high-resolution monitors for greater visibility and situational awareness. Each workstation can be configured to show images for the ship’s radars, electronic chart systems, conning information.

Based on open design architecture, our man/machine interface (MMI) provides comprehensive machinery and propulsion information. The modular console design and uniform PC platform structure of the VisionMaster FT translates to complete control in IBS design for the customer.

Reliability is further enhanced through flat menu structures to ensure that the mariners have access to all vital navigation information. This provides reduced workloads for watch keepers and allows them significant freedom to move about the bridge, confident that all necessary information is easily available in a variety of selected displays and locations.

Total Flexibility

Based on our successful range of VisionMaster products, the Integrated Bridge System is designed for all types of vessels, from tugs, oil tankers to containers and cruise ships. The system is also fully adaptable to meet the specific needs of all sea-going vessels and the particular requirements of customers

Increased Efficiency

We have designed the IBS to improve the operational efficiency of all your navigation requirements. The multifunction workstation ensures that any function is available easily and conveniently.

The IBS shares the same intuitive user interface as the VMFT range, having the same panel layout and menu structure. Route plans, mariners’ notes, charts, radar video and vector presentation are shared between the systems, ensuring consistency of information throughout the bridge system. The uniform presentation of menus and on-screen targets enhances safe and efficient operation.

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