To reduce risk and enhance the ability of marine pilots to manoeuvre larger and deeper draft vessels, Fremantle Ports has purchased two portable pilotage units (PPUs) for use in confined waters and in general navigation.
PPUs use the latest in satellite technology together with wireless connectivity to assist with the safe precise positioning of ships and to indicate to marine pilots the berthing velocities of vessels in fractions of metres per second.
The PPUs, consisting of a robust laptop computer and GPS receivers, help marine pilots to safely navigate into and out of harbours and other areas where obstacles may otherwise impede the progress of the vessel.
Installation of the system and training has been completed as part of the project and the units are being deployed dependent on the size of the vessel.
Portable Pilotage Units installed
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