Transas
Transas was a maritime technology company, originally founded in 1990 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, by a group of engineers led by Andrey Vorobiev. It specialized in developing integrated navigation systems, maritime simulation and training solutions, fleet management systems, vessel traffic services (VTS), and electronic charting systems. Transas became a key player in the maritime industry, known for its innovation and quality in maritime safety and operational efficiency solutions.
Major Areas of Operation:
Marine Navigation Systems:
- Transas produced a range of electronic navigation systems including Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), Integrated Navigation Systems (INS), and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS).
Simulation and Training:
- The company developed high-fidelity maritime simulators used for training ship crews. These included bridge simulators, engine room simulators, cargo handling simulators, and VTS simulators.
Fleet Management:
- Transas offered fleet management and decision support systems that helped shipping companies manage their fleets effectively, including voyage planning, weather routing, and compliance with maritime regulations.
Vessel Traffic Services:
- The company designed and deployed VTS systems to enhance maritime traffic monitoring and management around ports and coastal areas, contributing significantly to maritime safety.
Electronic Charting:
- Transas provided electronic navigational chart (ENC) and digital chart services that became integral components for ECDIS and other navigation systems.
Acquisition by Wärtsilä: In 2018, Transas was acquired by Wärtsilä, a Finnish corporation known for its smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for marine and energy markets. This acquisition integrated Transas' portfolio into Wärtsilä's offering, helping to further advance Wärtsilä's Smart Marine Ecosystem vision.
Impact on the Industry: Transas played a pivotal role in enhancing marine safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. Its technologies in simulation and navigational systems are widely respected and used in maritime academies and operational shipping fleets around the world.
With the integration into Wärtsilä, Transas' legacy continues to contribute to the advancement of marine technology, with an increased emphasis on smart and interconnected maritime operations, leveraging digitalization and data analytics.
simulation systems, onboard systems, vessel traffic services, avionics, edutainment
- Phone: +353 (0) 21 4 710 400
- Web: www.transas.com
- Fax: +353 (0) 21 4 710 410
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Transas News
Transas Marine Pacific Upgrades Indian Navy Ships
Transas Marine Pacific has begun upgrading Indian Naval vessels to its latest Multifunction Display 4000 MFD series as a proof of concept. In 2007 Transas supplied…
Transas Marine’s Multi-Million VTMS Contract with PMTA
The VTMS contract between Transas and the PMTA to supply and install the national scale Coastal Surveillance System was signed on 14th October in Tripoli, Libya.
Transas Eco-Driving Simulator for Rørvik Safety Center
Transas has developed and delivered a new simulator for monitoring fuel consumption and emissions. The customer, Rörvik Safety Center (Norway) has designed a training…
Transas Simulators for Intership Navigation
Transas Marine, Hamburg (Germany), has been awarded the contract for two simulation systems that will be delivered and installed onboard two ships operated and owned…
Pro Nautas, Transas Sign ECDIS Contract
Pro Nautus GmbH and Transas Marine GmbH signed a major ECDIS contract. Transas has been one of main Pro Nautas’ suppliers since its inception. This long term association has now been strengthened with a contract to supply 86 electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS), for installation onboard newbuilds and for retrofit during 2009/2010. Leer (Germany)-based company Pro Nautas is a leading…
Transas ECDIS Ordered for 54 Bulk Carries
Transas Marine Pacific (Singapore) together with its distributor Marix K. K. (Japan) has secured a contract to supply 54 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) to Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK Line). All systems are intended for the bulk carriers. Installations have already started and scheduled to be completed during 2009. All vessels will be equipped with the latest type-approved Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 ECDIS.
Transas Supplies Singapore Maritime Academy
Singapore Maritime Academy, Singapore Polytechnic (SMA) has chosen Transas Marine Pacific to supply, install and commission a four Bridge Dynamic Positioning Simulator with one Instructor Station in its training facilities. Each bridge consists of DP2 workstation, ARPA/Radar, ECDIS, Conning and 1 visualization channel on 65 inch' plasma screen, and fully complies with Nautical Institute requirements for DP Training and certification.
Transas NavCom Package for Kugelbake
Transas Marine GmbH reported the completed supply of the full navigational and communication systems set to a newbuild RoRo vessel for Wulf Seetransporte GmbH & Co. KG, Cuxhaven. Transas delivered a full set of radio-navigational equipment including dual Navi-Sailor 4000 MFD ECDIS, two Navi-Radar 4000 MFD X-band, all navigation sensors, Gyro and steering system and GMDSS A2 equipments, all supplied and commissioned turn-key ready.
Transas Supplies Simulator for Hellenic Navy
Transas Hellas in collaboration with Transas Mediterranean SAS supplied the Naval Training Command of the Hellenic Navy with a Bridge Simulator. The bridge simulator covers the training needs of the HN/NTC (Hellenic Navy / Naval Training Command), regarding the training and practice of Hellenic Navy War Ships team as well as the HN personnel. The simulator also meets the standards of the IMO regulations.
Transas Re-locates Hong Kong Office
In March 2009 Transas Hong Kong office was relocated to the heart of Hong Kong – Tsim Sha Tsui at the southern tip of the Kowloon peninsula. Transas Hong Kong office…
Transas VTS Simulator Arrives in the UK
Transas Marine (UK) Ltd and Blackpool and the Fylde College’s Fleetwood Nautical Campus have successfully added a VTS simulation suite to the Transas Navi-Trainer Professional Simulation centre.
Transas VTMIS Installation, Moldova
Transas’s Vessel Traffic Management and Information System (Navi-Harbour VTMIS) is being supplied for port Giurgiulesti, Republic of Moldova. This project will allow port to conform to all current demands made of international hub ports, especially in areas with the intensive maritime traffic. In Moldova Transas supplies integrated system including monitoring software, radar sensors, VHF radio equipment, and AIS transponders.
Transas Provides LRIT to Japan
The Japanese Coastguard has contracted Transas and its representative Marix k.k as Application Service Provider (ASP) for the National Data Centre (NDC). The NDC…
Transas Marine Secures Order with Carisbrooke Shipping
Carisbrooke Shipping currently own/operate approximately 40 modern dry cargo vessels, ranging from 3,000 dwt up to 20,000 dwt and have actively been modernizing…
Transas and Radio Holland Sign Agreement
The document was formally signed at one of the biggest maritime shows – SMM 2008 in . Transas was represented by Mrs. Ingrid Durge, the General Manager of the recently opened Transas Benelux office.
Transas Wins Thailand Simulator Contract
Transas has been awarded a contract for the design, supply, commissioning and training of a full Mission Ship Handling Simulator from Precious Shipping Public Company Limited ( PSL ), .
Transas Unveils New Onboard Systems
At Europort Maritime 2007 Transas presented its new generation of onboard equipment: a new 4000 series of Navi-Sailor ECDIS (Multifunction Display), Chart-Radar and Navi-Conning. Another development from the company is a new version of Transas VDR/S-VDR 3200. Transas Navi-Sailor ECDIS 4000 (MfD) is a new product developed by Transas which combines type-approved ECDIS, Chart-Radar, Conning Display,…
Transas to Provide Search and Rescue Simulator for RNLI
Transas Marine UK has been awarded a major contract to supply a Full Mission SAR (Search And Rescue) Simulator to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
Success For Transas VTS In Taiwan
Transas Marine Pacific in cooperation with its Taiwanese agent, Seven Seas Electronic, has won an order for another Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) system in Taiwan.
Le Havre Utilizes Transas Simulator
Pilotage Maritimes du Havre, the famous French pilot station, has chosen a Transas bridge simulator to be used for training professional seafarers at their premises. The contract for supplying and installing the simulator, as well as for dedicated Instructor training, has been secured by Transas Europe GmbH, the official representative of the Transas Group in Western Europe, in close cooperation with Electronic Equipment S.A., their local partner in France.
