Navigation Equipments

Navigation equipment is essential for safe, accurate, and efficient movement of vessels at sea. These instruments help determine a ship’s position, course, and distance traveled, ensuring safety and compliance with international maritime standards.

  • Magnetic Compass – Indicates the ship’s heading relative to magnetic north.

  • Gyro Compass – Provides true north direction, unaffected by magnetic fields.

  • Radar System – Detects nearby ships, obstacles, and coastlines to prevent collisions.

  • GPS (Global Positioning System) – Offers precise real-time positioning and navigation data.

  • Echo Sounder – Measures water depth to avoid underwater hazards.

  • AIS (Automatic Identification System) – Tracks vessel movements and transmits ship data for traffic management.

  • Log (Speed and Distance Indicator) – Measures the ship’s speed and distance covered through water.

  • Autopilot System – Maintains a pre-set course automatically, improving efficiency and reducing crew workload.

  • ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) – Replaces paper charts with digital mapping for route planning and monitoring.

  • Weather Instruments – Include barometers, anemometers, and temperature sensors for marine weather forecasting.