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November
Software update 2.0.0-64.4.35 was recently released for the update of Simrad P3007 and P2005 professional color GPS displays. This latest software update allows certification under the new IEC standard IEC 62923-1:2018, which outlines operational and performance requirements for connection to Bridge Alert Management (BAM) systems. This certification applies only to the P3007 GPS Systems, not… Read more
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October
Raytheon Anschütz, a business of Raytheon Technologies, has launched an electronic logbook for ships. It’s called eLog, provides secure, high-quality logbook data, and is a significant step toward paperless shipping allowing for improved efficiency of onboard processes. Featuring automatic data entry from navigation systems such as the automatic identification system (AIS) or the integrated navigation… Read more
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October
Simrad® and B&G® are pleased to announce a new software release (s.v.7.1.0.182) for radar domes Halo20+ and Halo24, which offer users some exciting new target tracking features. This release should be installed on Halo20+ and Halo24 in conjunction with the 20.2.1-64.3.121 software update for Simrad® and B&G® MFD’s. Please note that these new features are… Read more
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October
Norwegian-based OLEX AS, the manufacturer of complete systems for navigation, plotting and 3D seafloor mapping, is pleased to announce that OLEX 14.12 was released and is available as a free download or through your local OLEX dealer for an upgrade of your system. Many of these improvements were requested during the recent Dan-Fish Exhibition, as… Read more
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October
The new software version 1.4.2 which was recently released, controls all functionality and adds value to all Simrad MS70 & ME70 multibeam systems. This software version requires Microsoft® Windows® 10 operating system. Unless the existing Processor Unit already uses this operating system, it must be upgraded. It is recommended that all users update their software… Read more
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September
Simrad® and C-MAP® partnered with the E1 Series to become respectively the Official Marine Electronics Partner and the Official Cartography Partner of the world’s first electric powerboat championship, scheduled to kick-off in early 2023. The announcement coincides with the E1 Series unveiling its first full-size model of the RaceBird hydrofoil powerboat at a presentation ceremony… Read more
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September
Following Navionics owners’ strategic decision to focus on their recreational business the Navionics charts were withdrawn from supply to professional users. The Navionics chart folios officially ceased to be available and this does also affect their supply to OLEX users. The last update of Navionics data for the existing users is planned for November 2021…. Read more
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September
Kaleidescape announced the expansion of its server line up and down. Introducing the latest and greatest Terra 72TB server plus their first-ever compact Terra 12TB server. Terra 72 is the largest 4K movie server from Kaleidescape to date, designed specifically for users looking to move from disc to digital or to increase their collection through… Read more
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August
Raytheon Anschütz, a business of Raytheon Technology, successfully completed type approval for the new Naval ECDIS NX, making it ready for delivery to newbuild and refit projects. The approval included the new Bridge Alert Management Standard according to the International Maritime Organization resolution IMO.302(87) and related International Electrotechnical Commission standards. Naval ECDIS NX is designed… Read more
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August
The latest Simrad® App, from the marine electronics leader celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, was released. The updated app includes a premium offering complete with new mapping features, advanced functionality, and mirroring and control of Simrad® multi-functional displays from your smartphone or tablet. It is available on both the Apple Store for iOS and… Read more