A cost-effective solution for maximum traffic awareness
Why VTS?
Vessel Traffic Services improve port and waterway efficiency and reduce the risk of marine accidents by providing timely, accu-
rate, and relevant information to mariners and allied services. VTS systems are also being recognized as a significant contributor
to enhanced port and waterway security. A properly staffed, managed and equipped VTS system is a valuable and versatile
tool that can be integrated with other services and functions including pilotage, aids to navigation, search and rescue, law
enforcement, as well as customs and immigration.
By installing a VTS system, ports not only contribute to safety but also offer added value to the port's customers by improving
the quality of service. For example logistics partners within the port’s free zone can take advantage of the disseminated traffic
data to better coordinate the services within the free zone. This insures smoother shipment completion and clearance.
For smaller but growing ports we have configured two system packages comprising a basic VTS system plus additional
features. These packages are open, allowing a wide range of add-ons to upgrade the system by size and functionality.
MICRO
VTS
The starter package VTS system includes:
• 1 Short range radar unit
Radar sensor (different types and brands available)
• 1 Radar Video Network
Consists of PCI RADAR
INTERFACE
-
CARD
, RADAR
SERVER
, and
RADAR
EXTRACTOR
-
TRACKER
• 1 Traffic management working position
Radar video and traffic display, including ECDIS map
The
MICRO
VTS starter package comprises a suitable short range
radar unit (various brands available depending on the site con-
ditions), a complete radar video network for radar acquisition,
radar processing (digitalization, plot extraction, plot tracking)
and distribution from one radar source. The radar video net-
work is the heart of the VTS system. It ensures the accuracy of
the radar data which is crucial for any surveillance system. The
solution is completely software based which provides high
reliability and system configurability. The starter package also
provides a traffic management working position which
includes one display for radar video and traffic presentation.
SHORT RANGE
RADAR
RADAR
INTERFACE CARD
RADAR
SCAN CONVERTER
RADAR EXTRACTOR
TRACKER
RADAR SERVER
TDS OPERATOR
microVTS
