AnchorGuardian by Swiss Ocean Tech Ltd.

⛵AnchorGuardian is coming to the #CannesYachtingFestival 🇫🇷 next week. Thomas Frizlen and Suzy Chisholm would be happy to answer all your questions around our unique anchor monitoring solution. Maybe you would like to hold our beautiful anchor module in your own hands to check it out? ➡️ Reach out to us at info@swissoceantech.com or leave a comment below. We'll be in touch to set up a date! #AnchorGuardian #cyf2004 #SafeAnchoring #AnchorDragging #SmartTechnology

🚨 Prioritizing Safety at Sea: Learnings from a High-Profile Collision When two superyachts collide, it’s not just the headlines that matter—it’s the lessons learned. Our latest blog delves into the critical takeaways from the recent incident in the Bay of Naples, focusing on the importance of proactive safety measures, effective communication, and the limitations of traditional GPS alarms. As superyacht captains, ensuring the safety of your vessel and crew is paramount. Discover how technology like AnchorGuardian can provide real-time monitoring and predictive insights when anchoring. #AnchorMonitoring #AnchorDragging #SafeAnchoring #SmartTechnology https://lnkd.in/ebmhv4sQ

The fourth module in our AnchorGuardian solution is the display. Seamlessly integrated into existing on-board communication systems via its NMEA2000-compatible software, AnchorGuardian’s user interface is accessible on the ECDIS, tablet, or any mobile device. This ensures ease of use and accessibility for the crew, enhancing their ability to set and monitor the anchor effectively. Listen to @Nikolai Kronenwett, our Senior Algorithm Developer, to hear some details. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife

How is AnchorGuardian charged? It is a pretty nifty solution which we developed ourselves. Our third module of the AnchorGuardian solution, the Charging Module, is a wireless and automatic charging unit when the anchor is stowed. Listen to our Head of R&D, @Thomas Burch, explain how the system works. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife

Superyacht Captains...you ask why you need to be in dry dock for AnchorGuardian to be installed? The second module of our AnchorGuardian solution, the boat transducer, needs to be installed into the hull of the ship. This allows it to have a 360° view of the anchor. Listen to our engineers @Nikolai Kronenwett (Senior Algorithm Developer) and @Thomas Burch (Head of R&D) to learn more. AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife See the link in the comments below to watch the full video.

🌍 **Superyacht Captains, are you navigating the Mediterranean this season?** 🌍 As you chart your course from Croatia to Türkiye, it’s crucial to stay informed about the latest Posidonia regulations to ensure that your anchoring practices are both compliant and eco-friendly. Posidonia oceanica is more than just a plant—it’s the foundation of the Mediterranean’s marine ecosystem, and protecting it is vital for the health of our seas. In our latest blog post, we dive deep into the specific regulations across popular Mediterranean destinations, helping you anchor responsibly while enjoying the beauty of these waters. From designated anchorage zones to prohibited areas, we’ve got you covered. Make sure your next voyage is as smooth as it is sustainable. 🌊 [Read the full guide on our website!] [🔗](https://hubs.li/Q02Lf5M30) #SuperyachtCaptain #PosidoniaProtection #SustainableAnchoring #MediterraneanCruising #AnchorGuardian #AnchorDragging #SafeAnchoring

Captains 📢 ...you've been asking: AnchorGuardian consists of four modules. The first is the anchor module which is installed between the anchor and the anchor chain. Our Head of R&D, @Thomas Burch, tells you more. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife

We are all about minimizing dragging anchors. Captains should know what is happening at their anchor when anchoring and they should also be informed of the latest rules & regulations existing around anchoring restrictions. No one enjoys paying fines. But it is complicated: ➡️ Information Overload: With 18 different decrees for the southern French coast and Corsica alone, staying updated is challenging. Each of these decrees have run through public consultation processes. ➡️ Language Barriers: The Préfecture maritime de la Méditerranée website is primarily in French, making it difficult for non-French speakers to access crucial information. This means important English language keyword searches relating to ‘anchorage’ and ‘Posidonia’ do not function. ➡️ Digital Limitations: PDF formats for decrees aren’t easily searchable online, complicating quick reference checks via internet search engines. ➡️ Information Management: There are various communication updates that come via newsletter, social media or conferences from different parties concerning marine governance. This includes regulatory bodies for the industry at local, regional EU level and internationally, environmental organisations, yachting associations, fisheries inspection, Marine Protected Areas, scientists. This complicates the analysis and limits of current legislations because there is a lot of information to digest! Read the latest in our 6-Part Blog Series dedicated to the protection of Posidonia and seagrass meadows from the detrimental effects of dragging anchors. 🔎 Why Yacht Captains Facing Anchorage Fines are mostly Non-French – AnchorGuardian https://hubs.li/Q02GL_Rg0 #SwissOceanTech #AnchorGuardian #HealthyOceans #seagrass #SafeAnchoring #posidonia #AnchorDragging

➡️➡️ WHAT'S THE SOLUTION ❓⬅️⬅️ ⚓ AnchorGuardian revolutionizes anchoring safety with its cutting-edge, patented technology, offering a comprehensive solution to the critical issue of anchor dragging. As the first anchor monitoring system worldwide, AnchorGuardian minimizes the risk of groundings, collisions, and environmental damage by providing real-time predictions and triggering immediate alarms with sub-meter accuracy. 🔩 Utilizing sensor fusion and sophisticated algorithms, AnchorGuardian builds a stable dataset of the anchor’s relative and absolute position, delivering reliable information throughout the anchoring process. This innovative system monitors the movement and position of the anchor independently of the vessel's movements, providing intelligent data to support the crew during both the laying and lifting of the anchor. 📱 Seamlessly integrated into existing on-board communication systems via its NMEA2000-compatible software, AnchorGuardian’s user interface is accessible on the ECDIS, tablet, or any mobile device. This ensures ease of use and accessibility for the crew, enhancing their ability to set and monitor the anchor effectively. 🎯 Certified by all major classification societies, AnchorGuardian is designed for use across various vessel types, including superyachts, luxury yachts, merchant ships, and leisure boats. This versatility ensures widespread applicability and benefit across the maritime industry. ⏰ By predicting anchor hold and providing immediate, fail-safe alarms, AnchorGuardian addresses the inadequacies of current anchoring solutions, which often produce delayed or false alarms. This innovative approach significantly reduces the risk of anchor dragging, protecting not only the vessel and its occupants but also the marine environment. AnchorGuardian sets a new standard in anchoring safety, creating a safer and more sustainable maritime environment. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife https://hubs.li/Q02C-Fjk0

➡️➡️ WHAT'S THE PROBLEM❓ ⬅️⬅️ 🐟 Anchor dragging poses significant risks to maritime safety and the environment. Approximately 5% of insurance claims are due to dragging anchors, and one company reports that 57% of all marine claims by value involve grounding or collisions, often caused by dragging anchors. This issue affects various vessels, from superyachts to merchant ships, and has severe consequences. For instance, dragging anchors can lead to accidents, endangering the safety of the crew and passengers. 🌱 Moreover, dragging anchors cause substantial environmental damage. About 1/3 of all damage to subsea pipelines and and subsea cables are attributed to dragging anchors, as seen in the 2021 oil spill in Huntington Beach, Los Angeles. Anchoring impacts marine ecosystems, particularly posidonia meadows, which suffer long-lasting scars from heavy anchors. These meadows can take over a century to heal, highlighting the significant environmental threat posed by improper anchoring. ⏰ Current anchoring solutions are inadequate, often providing delayed or false alarms, leaving the crew unaware of real-time anchor dragging status. This delay can result in groundings, collisions, and extensive damage to the marine environment. Despite advanced naval navigation equipment, crews cannot accurately determine if, how much, and how fast an anchor is dragging in real-time. ⚓ AnchorGuardian addresses these critical issues with a disruptive, patented technology that offers real-time, fail-safe monitoring and immediate alarms with sub-meter accuracy. By predicting anchor hold and providing precise data throughout the anchoring process, AnchorGuardian enhances safety for sailors, ships, and the sea, and minimizes environmental damage, creating a new standard in anchoring safety. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife https://hubs.li/Q02C-DWp0