- Sperry Marine to supply Integrated Bridge Systems for Samskip’s hydrogen-powered, autonomous-ready container vessels.
- Ships under construction at Cochin Shipyard will operate on zero-emission hydrogen fuel cells, cutting ~25,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Open-architecture IBS allows future integration of autonomous navigation technologies.
- NAVIPILOT 4500N autopilot and Advanced ARPA tracking enhance efficiency, safety, and cyber protection.
Sperry Marine has been chosen to equip two hydrogen-powered, autonomous-ready container vessels for Samskip Group with its Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS). These vessels, currently being built at Cochin Shipyard Limited in India, will be the first to combine zero-emission hydrogen fuel cells with navigation systems designed for future autonomous operations, according to a report published by Marine Link.
The 135-metre vessels, expected for delivery in 2027, will operate between Oslo Fjord and Rotterdam under a green corridor initiative, cutting approximately 25,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. Each ship will feature an open-architecture IBS, allowing integration of emerging autonomous navigation solutions. The package includes Sperry Marine’s NAVIPILOT 4500N autopilot, which dynamically adjusts to vessel conditions to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce bridge workload. Advanced ARPA tracking ensures reliable target monitoring even in congested waters, while the Secure Maritime Gateway provides robust cyber protection. This collaboration underscores a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and future-ready maritime technology.
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Source: Marine Link
