Wärtsilä ANCS

"Every item I build will have its own story and adventure, and I like to make sure that each of them is made well" – Anna, Production Technician. Anna Lenchuk Meet Anna, one of the incredible minds behind our production team! From navigating challenges to finding joy in the small wins, she shares her journey, her inspiration, and what makes our workplace a great space for growth. Curious about her story? Check out the video! Want to be a part of a team where you can make an impact? We're hiring! Check out our open positions and take the next step in your career here: https://buff.ly/4fJOi6m #LifeAtANCS #EmployeeSpotlight #Inclusivity #Diversity #Teamstories #Employeestories #WomeninScience #WomeninSTEM #Workingwithus #Careeropportunities #WartsilaANCS

𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗴𝗲💪 As the cruise industry embraces digitalisation, cyber security is no longer optional - it’s essential. At ANCS, we integrate cyber security into every stage of the product lifecycle, ensuring robust protection for onboard systems, passenger data, and operational integrity. How we safeguard your fleet: 1. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗯𝘆-𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: Security is considered throughout product architecture, design, implementation, verification, and tools support. 2. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: Asset management and change control activities are applied during commissioning and retrofits. In addition, cyber security review is performed before handover to provide a secure delivery. 3. 𝗢𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Secure field service protocols, continuous operational system updates if vulnerabilities are identified. 4. 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: Helping cruise operators navigate cyber threats swiftly and effectively. 5. 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Equipping your crew with the knowledge to maintain secure operations. Our solutions adapt to your cyber security needs - ensuring safety, compliance, and uninterrupted guest experiences. #CyberSecurity #Safety #Digitalisation #Cruise #WartsilaANCS

𝗡𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 Cruise operations demand efficiency, reliability, and seamless collaboration - and NACOS Connect is designed to deliver just that. As an advanced extension of the NACOS System, it enhances functionality while simplifying system maintenance, ensuring smoother voyages and optimised performance. 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 – 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀, 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 A cloud-based, full data replay of your automation system, offering a 1:1 replica of onboard Mimics. - Enable comprehensive incident reviews and analysis. - Troubleshoot swiftly with data-driven decisions and reduced investigation costs. - Enhance collaboration between onshore personnel, partners, and onboard crew. - Upload/download complete datasets anytime, anywhere. - Leverage real case scenarios for staff training & skill development. - Fully remote updates and maintenance. 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 – 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 The NACOS Platinum interface is now web-based, offering instant access whether onboard, at a control centre, or in an office. - Connect onshore teams, partners, and onboard crew seamlessly. - Enhance operational awareness and decision-making process with real-time insights. - Resolve issues quickly without disturbing the on-board crew. - Enable diagnostics, updates, and health checks via cloud-based tools. 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 With internet-based diagnostics and updates, our NACOS experts can remotely maintain systems - eliminating the need for an engineer to be physically onboard. - Restore operations faster when issues arise. - Reduce potential risks and loss from long system downtime. - Eliminate the delays of travel and on-site troubleshooting. By leveraging advanced automation, cloud-based tools, and remote connectivity, NACOS Connect is redefining how cruise vessels operate, collaborate, and maintain safety at sea. 🌊 Want to learn more? Let’s connect! #Cruise #CruiseVessels #Automation #NACOSConnect #CloudBased #Collaboration #Efficiency #MarineTech #MaritimeIndustry #Safety #Digitalisation #WartsilaANCS

𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱: 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘀 🚢 With the growing demand for safer and more efficient cruise operations, having the right navigation technology is essential. Our advanced solutions are designed to enhance safety, precision, and operational efficiency—helping you navigate with confidence. 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗲𝘂𝘃𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 – 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 & 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗿 A technology-driven docking support system that provides a real-time visualisation of your vessel’s position, movement, and distances to the quay or obstacles. The system utilises Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) technology combined with highly accurate navigation sensors. - Mitigates risks and improve safety of docking and berthing manoeuvres. - Integrates key measurements to defined or dangerous objects. - Provides powerful information for manoeuvre planning: predicted position, target/berthing position, route with corridor, turning circle, lines for "no go areas". - Can be updated and maintained remotely. 𝗡𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗦 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 – 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 A cloud-based nautical voyage planning tool that optimises routes and schedules for maximum efficiency with the opportunity of automatic execution. - Easy to select departure and arrival port via incorporated port database. - Get three route proposals based on key performance indicators (1 geometrically shortest route, and 2 most efficient routes). - Result: optimised route for geometry, speed (RPM) and trim. - Automatic execution by NACOS Platinum Trackpilot and Speedpilot. - Save fuel, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency. Ready to optimise your cruise operations? Let’s discuss how we can help - connect with us today! #Cruise #CruiseOperations #Efficiency #Safety #MaritimeOperations #MaritimeEfficiency #Decarbonisation #SituationalAwareness #RouteOptimisation #ManoeuvringAssistance #WartsilaANCS

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟴 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆. 🌟 Did you know? At the current pace, achieving full gender parity could take 134 years - that's about five generations from now! That's why this year's theme is #𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. It's time for all of us to step up, take action, and push for a more inclusive world where people of all genders can thrive. Join us in making change happen - faster, bolder, and together! 💪 #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #Inclusivity #Diversity #GenderEqulity #WartsilaANCS

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸? SmartDock provides truly automated docking for ferries and other vessels. The system ensures consistent, safe, and predictable docking and undocking manoeuvres every time, even in challenging conditions. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀? The Captain can select the destination and with a simple click of the ‘sail’ button, the SmartDock system takes over. The ship then leaves the dock, manoeuvres out of the harbour, sails to the next port of call, manoeuvres into the harbour and docks alongside the quay, all without human intervention. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸? - Increases safety and reduces fuel consumption by providing consistent and repeatable docking. - Improve the efficiency of docking, undocking, and transit. - Mitigates potential human errors resulting from ship officers having to perform these technical manoeuvres many times a day. - Reduces the need for intensive interaction from the vessel’s captain. Smart Dock offers the first step in vessel autonomy with provided docking sensors for seamless operation. Check out this video to learn more: https://buff.ly/Hx15ifi #SmartDock #DynamicPositioning #AutoDocking #Safety #Decarbonisation #WartsilaANCS #MaritimeTechnology

𝗡𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗦 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁: 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 ⚓ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗦 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁? A specially engineered camera pods offers advanced 360° vessel monitoring and delivers real-time situational awareness, enhancing safety measures. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 - 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿-𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟯𝟲𝟬° 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Each camera pod offers a 200° horizontal and 110° vertical field of view, ensuring comprehensive coverage. - 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Live information regarding the proximity of objects surrounding the vessel aiding in precise docking and close-range manoeuvres. - 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Enhances situational awareness by adding layers of information to the live video feed (excludes AIS or GNSS data processing). - 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Operates effectively in low-light conditions, between −20°C and +55°C, having passed the harshest marine environmental testing requirements. Navigate your journey with confidence with our 360° safety solution. 🚢 #360camera #SituationalAwareness #SafetyFirst #HarzardDetection #MarineTech #MaritimeIndustry #WartsilaANCS

You may remember Fiona Farrer from our International Day of Women and Girls in Science post—well, she’s back to share more of her inspiring story! 🤩 She might be camera-shy, but her journey and experience shine through. Her story is a great reminder of the amazing people who make our team special. Watch her video to get to know her better! If you're looking for a place to grow, be challenged, and work alongside incredible colleagues like Fiona, check out our career opportunities and join us here: https://buff.ly/4fJOi6m #LifeAtANCS #TeamSpotlight #Teamstories #Employeestories #WomeninScience #WomeninEngineer #Inclusivity #Diversity #Workingwithus #Careeropportunities #WartsilaANCS

𝗨𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁: 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 & 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱! 🚨 We heard you! After gathering valuable feedback from our customers, we’ve upgraded RangeGuard to solve the challenges you faced. The result? A smarter, more flexible, and easier-to-use system. Here’s what’s new: 1. 𝗗𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – Both narrow and wide beams included. 2. 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 & 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – To prevent corrosion, the materials are improved to plastic and stainless steels, instead of aluminum . 3. 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – Adjustable stainless steel bracket for precise setup. 4. 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – the video camera with a 110° viewing is integrated, ensuring the right setting up angle. 5. 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 – 1Hz camera images + real-time sensor data for better insights. 6. 𝗡𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘀 – If cable runs over 100m are required, copper Ethernet can be easily converted to fibre for longer cable runs. Now, RangeGuard can be installed anywhere on the vessel. 7. 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 – Server is now run on a standard network, no centralised processing, more architectural freedom. It can works with up to 8 sensors. Your feedback drives our innovation, and we’re committed to providing the best solutions for your needs. Thanks for helping us make RangeGuard better than ever! #Upgrade #RangeGuard #HazardDetection #TargetlessRadar #SmartSensors #WartsilaANCS #MaritimeIndustry

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲 🚢   𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲? A targetless dynamic positioning sensor measuring the distance against monopile wind turbines.   𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘃𝘀. 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲? We offer RangeGuard in 2 configurations: RangeGuard and RangeGuard Monopole. RangeGuard - Targetless proximity sensor measuring the distance to the nearest object for hazard detection. RangeGuard Monopole - Targetless dynamic positioning sensor measuring the distance against monopile wind turbines.   𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲? Because targets can't be placed on wind turbines, targetless dynamic positioning sensor is essential for safer and faster operations. • Enabling dynamic positioning operations against monopile wind turbines • Faster for vessels to approach wind turbines • Cost saving due to faster turnaround time • Reduce the risk of collision • All weather operation • Solid state and low maintenance costs (no moving parts)   𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲? RangeGuard Monopole is suitable for vessels that approach wind turbines including: • Service operation vessels • Crew transfer vessels • Construction vessels #DynamicPositioning #RangeGuardMonopole #WindTurbines #SOV #TargetlessSensor #SmartSensors #WartsilaANCS