Sealution, a Belgium-based maritime connectivity solutions provider, has received type approval from the UK classification society Lloyd’s Register for its plug-and-play Gateway solution, designed to unlock and transport critical data below deck on board merchant vessels.
According to Sealution, Gateway combines the reliability of a cabled connection with the flexibility of wireless technology and one of its key features is its plug-and-play capability, allowing for quick installation during a port call without the need for vessel modifications or dry docking.
The solution is designed to seamlessly integrate with a standard smoke detector on merchant vessels, Sealution further said, pointing out that the Gateway’s design ensures that ship infrastructure remains intact while providing an uninterrupted, steady and reliable data flow.
Sebastian Hamers, CEO of Sealution, commented: “Achieving this Type Approval is a significant milestone for Sealution. It validates our commitment to delivering innovative connectivity solutions that not only meet, but exceed the stringent requirements of the maritime industry. This approval reinforces our position as a trusted partner for shipowners, operators, charterers and managers worldwide.”
Romeo Martens, CTO of Sealution, stated: “Our Gateway is engineered to evolve with our clients’ needs, making it a future-proof solution that supports a wide array of sensors per gateway. Whether you’re looking to comply with the latest CO2 emission reporting regulations or simply enhance your operational efficiency, the Gateway provides the critical data you need in real-time, enabling optimal decision-making both on board and on the shore. With the Gateway, shipping companies can experiment with different sensors instantly. This will make the global shipping fleet smarter.”
Peter Van de Graaf, Strategic Business Partner at Lloyd’s Register, noted: “LR is delighted to award Type Approval to Sealution’s Gateway, which provides an innovative data connectivity solution to help shipowners and operators make data-driven decisions to increase operational efficiency and comply with greenhouse gas emissions regulations. This Type Approval underlines LR’s commitment to accelerating the adoption of digital technologies in shipping.”