Wireless Remote Helm Technology for Towboats

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Sea Machines has authored a whitepaper highlighting the use of remote technology for the tug and towboat industry. Wireless remote-helm technology can be used to enhance safety in the use of these vessels, and also solves several operational and financial challenges.

Download the full whitepaper from Sea Machines’ website here

The whitepaper covers:

  • The challenges of limited sightlines experienced by tugboat operators
  • How remote helm technology can significantly reduce risk for ship crew
  • Reducing operating and capital expenditures for tugboat operators
  • Technology advancements in tug designs through the years, and future technology that will benefit the indystry, such as augmented reality, smart marine ecosystems, and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things)
  • How Sea Machines’ SM200 wireless remote-helm control system increases productivity, predictability, and efficiency while reducing operational risk

To find out more about the advantages of wireless remote-helm technology for tugboats and towboats, download the full whitepaper from Sea Machines’ website here.

Posted by Mike Ball Mike Ball is our resident technical editor here at Unmanned Systems Technology. Combining his passion for teaching, advanced engineering and all things unmanned, Mike keeps a watchful eye over everything related to the unmanned technical sector. With over 10 years’ experience in the unmanned field and a degree in engineering, Mike’s been heading up our technical team here for the last 8 years. Connect & Contact

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