NAVIGATION &
COMMUNICATION

Delivering comprehensive maritime solutions with unwavering commitment, we strive for excellence in navigation and communication. Ensuring reliability and efficiency, we support the global maritime industry with precision and dedication.

Navigation

Charts & Electronic Publications
Remote Magnetic Service Calibration
GPS
Radar
Ais
ECDIS
Gyrocompass
Speed Log
Weather Forecasting
Anemometer
Autopilot
Echo Sounder
BNWAS
Navtex
LRIT Testing for All Flags
Inmarsat C Supply and AAIC services
Chart Plotter

ELECTRONIC CHART DISPLAY & INFORMATION SYSTEM

Accurate and up-to-date charts and electronic publications are essential for safe and efficient navigation.

Vessel operators rely on these resources to chart their course, avoid hazards and ensure compliance with international regulations.

Chart Options:
We offer the following chart options:

  • ITU Charts: Essential for maritime communication, providing radio frequencies, call signs and telecommunication details.
  • ECDIS Charts: Dynamic, interactive digital charts that enhance navigation accuracy and safety.

Product Details:
ITU Publications: Indispensable resources for efficient & secure radio & satellite communications at sea.

ECDIS Charts: Specifically designed for use with ECDIS systems, providing dynamic and interactive digital.

MAGNETIC COMPASS CALIBRATION SERVICES

All ships, irrespective of size, shall have, a properly adjusted standard magnetic compass, or other means, independent of any power supply, to determine the ship’s heading and display the reading at the main steeringn position.

SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 19, 2.1. Failure to maintain a functioning compass may cause danger to shipping and delays to your vessel by order of Port State Control Inspectors. This is why it is so important to ensure you have
your compass adjusted by professional experts like us. Approved by the authorities and trained by professional organizations, we have experienced professionals to assist in calibration of on-board Magnetic Compasses. We also undertake workshop repairs of magnetic compasses.

GPS (GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

The GPS system utilizes a network of satellites orbiting the planet, providing real-time position, speed, and time data to vessels globally. 

GPS receivers pick up  signals from satellites,  computing the vessel’s  position with high  accuracy. This enables accurate planning,  monitoring and collision avoidance, making GPS an essential component of modern navigation. GPS also supports other navigational aids like chart plotters, radar and autopilot, ensuring safe and efficient navigation for all types of vessels.

RADAR (RADIO DETECTION & RANGING)

Radar is a vital safety and navigational system that uses radio waves to detect objects, ships, land masses and weather  conditions in the vicinity of the ship. Radar supplies  real-time data on the  position, speed and  direction of objects in the  vicinity of the ship, even  under low-visibility  conditions, as during fog,  rain or night time. Modern  radar systems offer high- resolution screens, target  monitoring and collision  avoidance capabilities.  Radar helps ensure safe  passage through busy  shipping lanes, coastal  waters and during  adverse weather  conditions. Radar is a  mandatory system on  commercial vessels and is also widely used in fishing, recreational  sailing, and rescue missions.

AIS (AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM)

AIS is an automatic system that transmits and receives information regarding vessels, position, speed, direction  and identification, to other vessels and coastal stations.

AIS enhances situational awareness through real-time information regarding vessels in the area, aiding in the prevention of  collisions and the  promotion of safety in  navigation. AIS has  specific use in congested  waterways, low-visibility  conditions and monitoring the passage of vessels.  AIS is mandatory on most  commercial vessels and is increasingly being used  on recreational vessels as well. AIS supports other navigational systems,  such as radar and ECDIS,  to provide an  integrated view of the  marine environment. 

ECDIS (ELECTRONIC CHART DISPLAY & INFORMATION SYSTEM)

ECDIS is a high-technology navigational  system that replaces  conventional charts with electronic navigational  charts (ENCs). ECDIS  displays real-time  position, route planning and navigational data on a chart, providing a holistic  and interactive  navigational interface.

ECDIS interfaces with  GPS, radar, AIS and other systems to offer better situational awareness and safe passage. ECDIS has  features that include  monitoring routes,  collision detection and  hazard alarms for  shallows or restricted  zones. ECDIS is  mandatory for most  commercial ships under  SOLAS regulations and is  widely used in modern  maritime operations  because it is accurate and  efficient.

GYROCOMPASS

Gyro The Gyrocompass is a cutting-edge navigational tool that It is particularly crucial for large ships, as it provides stable heading points towards true north through the Earth’s rotation. Unlike magnetic compasses, which are affected by magnetic fields, the gyrocompass is highly accurate and dependable, and hence a requirement for precise navigation.

It is particularly crucial for large ships, as it provides stable heading information even in heavy seas or high latitudes. The gyrocompass complements other navigational systems like autopilots, radar and ECDIS, ensuring accurate following and maintaining courses. It is an essential component of modern maritime navigation, especially for commercial vessels, navy vessels and offshore operations.

SPEED LOG

The speed log is a vital instrument for the  measurement of the speed of the boat in water with the aid of advanced impeller or Doppler technology to provide  real-time speed data.

This information is  required for the  calculation of travel  duration, optimization of  fuel efficiency and the  safety of the voyage,  especially in unfavourable sea states. Speed logs  are also often integrated  with other navigational  systems for enhanced  monitoring and planning purposes.

WEATHER FORECASTING

Weather forecasting systems provide current  weather conditions, as  well as storm warnings,  wind direction and sea  conditions information.  Satellite information,  weather buoys and  weather models are all  used by the systems to generate correct  forecasts. The systems  enable captains to  navigate through difficult  weather, minimize fuel  consumption and avoid  damage to the ship and the goods. 

ANEMOMETER

Anemometers are precise  measuring instruments  that determine the speed  and direction of the wind.  They are particularly  crucial for sailboats,  fishing vessels and commercial vessels as  they optimize sailing  efficiency and provide  safe passage during  storms or gusty weather. Anemometers are increasingly being  integrated with weather  stations and navigational  systems to provide full comprehensive  environmental data. 

AUTOPILOT

The Autopilot navigates  the boat automatically,  maintaining a set heading  or a planned track.lt  reduces the workload on  the crew, saves fuel by  maintaining optimal  steering angles and travels with high precision  on long voyages. Modern autopilot systems are  available with GPS and  chart plotters for  automatic track following  and collision avoidance. 

ECHO SOUNDER

Echo sounders use sonar  technology to measure  water depth and find  underwater obstructions, such as reefs, rocks or  shallows. 

They are essential for  safe transit, particularly in  coastal waters, harbours  or unfamiliar waters. Modern-generation echo  sounders come with high- resolution screens, adjustable frequency  settings and compatibility  with chart plotters for  enhanced situational  awareness . 

BNWAS (BRIDGE NAVIGATIONAL WATCH ALARM SYSTEM)

BNWAS is an automatic safety system that keeps track of the activity on the bridge and alerts the crew in the event of unattended watch. The system ensures SOLAS compliance and enhances safety on board by preventing accidents as a result of human error or fatigue. The system has adjustable response and alarm levels according to the operational  requirements of the vessel.

NAVTEX

NAVTEX is an international automated system for receiving maritime safety  information, including weather forecasts, navigational warnings and search and rescue messages. NAVTEX operates on MF/HF frequencies, providing  communications even in remote locations. NAVTEX is a critical safety measure for ensuring the safety of the crew and the ship through the provision of timely, vital information.

LRIT (LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION & TRACKING)

LRIT systems track ship locations in real-time and transmit data to the authorized entities, including coastal states, states of the flag and the  bodies responsible for search and rescue. 

They maintain international maritime regulations and enhance security through the monitoring of ship’s movement on the globe. Commercial vessels and ships sailing through high-risk routes require LRIT the most.

CHART PLOTTER

Chart Plotters are advanced navigational systems that display electronic
navigational charts (ENCs) and integrate with GPS for real-time positioning of the boat. They also offer functionalities such as planning a route, marking waypoints and collision avoidance, making them a vital component of modern navigation. Chart plotters can also be integrated with radar, AIS, and other systems to display the full scenario surrounding the boat.

AAIC

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Fremont is also an authorized Point of Service Activation (PSA) center for Inmarsat through our Partners. We handle activation for all Inmarsat services, including:

INMARSAT-C

INMARSAT-C is a satellite communications system that enables ships to transmit and receive messages, emails and safety messages. INMARSAT-C provides communications in remote areas where normal communications  are not accessible. INMARSAT-C plays a vital role in maintaining contact  with shore operations, providing safety to the crew and fulfilling the  communications requirements as per the regulations. 

COMMUNICATION

We deliver reliable and efficient communication solutions, connecting you to your crew, fleet and shoreside operations. Our communication systems ensure seamless voice and data connectivity, facilitating smooth operations, enhancing safety and boosting productivity.

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