ClassNK grants innovation endorsement for products and solutions to Berthing Aid System developed by Furuno

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ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to a Berthing Aid System developed by Furuno Electric Co., Ltd (Furuno).

In order to promote the spread and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK has offered Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions. ClassNK supports the deployment of products and services through third-party certification for equipment and software technology with innovative functions.

Situational awareness

Berthing Aid System uses LiDAR to calculate the relative distance and angle between the quay and hull

Berthing Aid System uses LiDAR to calculate the relative distance and angle between the quay and hull, and displays superimposed images for situational awareness. 

The system aims to improve safety during berthing by measuring and visualising the positional relation between the quay and ship, which was previously measured visually and communicated verbally by the crew. 

Innovative technologies

ClassNK has verified the functions of the Berthing Aid System, 1. Measurement and display of the distance and the angle relative to the quay, 2. Display of the predicted velocity and angle at the contact in case there will be a danger of contact with the quay, 3. Display of the hull movement relative to the quay in a top view, and issued a certificate to the company.

ClassNK will continue to further promote its Innovation Endorsement for Ships, Products & Solutions, and Providers, and strive to support innovative technologies and initiatives.

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