Automatic Identification System (AIS)

Compumatics Technology Ltd is a proud partner of Weatherdock AG, who is a leading manufacturer of electrical equipment for AIS, maritime navigation and safety purposes based in Nuremberg, Germany.

We are Authorised Distributor for Weatherdock Automatic Identification System (AIS) for Myanmar.

Weatherdock company was founded in 2003 by the three board members as a privately owned public corporation.

All of their products are developed in Nuremberg and produced at other locations but only in Germany.

The Weatherdock company is managed by its three board members Alfred Kotouczek-Zeise, Jürgen Zimmermann and Wolfgang Werner.

Myanmar is set to install automatic identification system (AIS) on its coastal and fishing vessels to ensure maritime security by Department of Marine Administration (DMA).

To control AIS and exchange navigation information, AIS stations will be established at 19 jetties and the range of the AIS would stretch to 48-80 kilometers.

Such installations will begin at the end of 2020 and all inland water transport ferries and coastal ships will have AIS by 2021. By adding the AIS in the vessels will also help track illegal activities of all ships around Myanmar coastal waters.

Department of Marine Administration (DMA) has type approved and permitted to provide service to the following AIS transceivers to Compumatics Technology Limited in 2020.

(1) Class A AIS – Saab R5 Supreme Class A

(2) Class B AIS (SOTDMA) – Easy TRX3 Class B (SOTDMA)

(3) Class B AIS (CSTDMA) – Easy TRX2 Class B (CSTDMA)

(4) Class B Portable AIS/Transponder – vmsTRACK-PRO-CS Class B

The AIS is a maritime communications device. It uses the very high frequency (VHF) radio broadcasting system to transfer data. AIS equipped vessels (shipborne AIS) and shore based stations (non-shipborne AIS) can use it to send and receive identifying information.

This identifying information can be displayed on an electronic chart, computer display, chart plotter or compatible navigation radar. AIS improves navigation safety and environmental protection by assisting in the effective navigation of ships

This identifying information can:

(a) aid in situational awareness

(b) provide a means to assist in collision avoidance.

The AIS can handle over 2000 reports per minute and may update information as often as every two seconds.

(1) Class A AIS – Saab R5 Supreme Class A

Saab R5 Suprene AIS (Class A) met the performance standards drawn up by the International Maritime Organization in accordance with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 1974 Chapter V, Regulation 19, section 2.4.5 and MSC74 (69).

The R5 NAV products are self-monitoring and extremely user friendly. The R5 SUPREME NAV MkII system utilises the highly versatile R5 CDU (Control and Display Unit) and with an option of R5 Sensors and antennas, it represents one of the most flexible navigation systems on the market. The multitude of interfaces make the system highly appropriate for integration into modern networked bridge solutions.

R5 SENSOR FEATURES
• GPS combined with GLONASS, Beidou and GALILEO operation
• 8 output and 5 input ports configurable for serial data or digital I/O as needed
• Dual 1 Gbps network ports
• Dedicated 1PPS timing output port
• Built-in web server for easy configuration in black box operation
• Integrated Junction Box
• Integrated IALA Beacon receiver option
• Options for high accuracy RTK and L-Band Atlas service operation

R5 CDU FEATURES
• 7″ high quality LCD
• Touch or Keypad control
• Route Navigation
• Route Logging to SD card memory
• Supports combined Nav & R5 Supreme AIS transponder operation
• USB service port

Source: https://www.saab.com/products/r5-supreme-nav-mkii

(2) Class B AIS (SOTDMA) – Easy TRX3 Class B

Easy TRX3 AIS Class – B (SOTDMA) complies with the recommendations as adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and with the following international standards:

(a) IEC 62287 as amended and subsequent versions (from time to time)
(b) ITU-R M 1371 as amended and subsequent versions (from time to time)

EASY TRX3 FEATURES

• AIS Class B SOTDMA
• 5 Watt radiated power
• Higher transmission rates (subject to speed)
• Integrated VHF splitter
• Intregrated GPS antenna and receiver
• NMEA2000, NMEA0183 and USB Port connectivity
• CPA-Alarm & Anchor-Alarm
• Internal storage; read-out with USB power supply possible
• Configuration with USB power supply possible
• Reading out the internal data memory with USB power supply possible
• Rigid and waterproof housing
• Conform to the new international standard IEC62287-2

(3) Class B AIS (CSTDMA) – Easy TRX2 Class B

Easy AIS TRX2 Class – B (CSTDMA) complies with the recommendations as adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and with the following international standards:

(a) IEC 62287 as amended and subsequent versions (from time to time)
(b) ITU-R M 1371 as amended and subsequent versions (from time to time)

EASY TRX2 FEATURES

• AIS Class B CS Tranceiver
• BSH certificated (BSH / 46162 / 4320939 / 10)
• Easiest installation and use
• PC software for configuration
• Software also for displaying AIS data on the PC

Advantages over competitors

• Separate cables for modes such as “silent” or “mayday AIS” continuous signal
• USB ports- 38400 or 4800 baud selectable via software
• Total 8 LEDs for function display
• Plotter independent AIS S.A.R.T. alert
• Plotter independent CPA alert
• Increased voltage range
• SD card recorder for black box use
• Integrated multiplexer

(4) Class B Portable AIS/Transponder – vmsTRACK-PRO-CS Class B

The vmsTRACK-PRO portable AIS Class – B Transponder is used for rapid deployment on craft without suitable power source and those in which installation of the fixed mounted transponder is not possible and complies with the recommendations as adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards.

Features

• Portable VHF position transmitter
• Position report on proprietary frequencies for “closed user groups” (128 Bit encrypted)
• AIS or customized VHF frequencies in accordance to existing base stations possible certified as AIS CSTDMA transponder
• Embedded geo reference coast line table
• Separate distress/alert button
• Intelligent high tech tamper proof solution
• Waterproof to 10m depth – Ip6
• Palm size and easy portability
• Power output approx 3W
• Built-in rechargeableNiMH battery (lifespan according to preset transmission interval)
• Transmission range of approx. 10 NM (depending on the height of the receiving antenna)
• Made in Germany