The seven work packages of Remote Pilotage MVP Project
Defining the Remote Pilotage Service
In WP1 Novia aims to define and design the Remote Pilotage Service. The goal is to define the remote pilotage service at such a level that it is possible to implement it globally without major investments in new technology or infrastructure.
Remote Pilotage Solution
In WP2, Novia focuses on defining and developing the minimum viable product (MVP) for the remote pilotage solution, which can serve as a basis for standardization.
Ship Data
Brighthouse works in WP3 to ensure that the necessary ship information will be easily available to create the remote pilot´s situational awareness.
Remote Pilotage Operating Centre
With Kongsberg’s lead WP4 aims to combine ship data and fairway information to define, develop, and test the Remote Pilotage ROC (Remote Operations Center) working environment.
Shared Situation Awareness
In WP5, Groke Technologies leads the research to identify critical elements and define solutions to create shared situational awareness (SA) between the remote pilot and the bridge crew.
Fairway Information and Services
In WP 6 partners work toward seeking solutions to ensure seamless cooperation between the ship’s crew, remote pilot, and VTS operators. Fintraffic’s vessel traffic service (VTS) is the lead partner in WP6.
System Level Testing and Demonstration
Furuno leads the work in WP 7 to ensure the practical integration of subsystems.
The seven work packages of Remote Pilotage MVP Project
Defining the Remote Pilotage Service
In WP1 Novia aims to define and design the Remote Pilotage Service. The goal is to define the remote pilotage service at such a level that it is possible to implement it globally without major investments in new technology or infrastructure.
Remote Pilotage Solution
In WP2, Novia focuses on defining and developing the minimum viable product (MVP) for the remote pilotage solution, which can serve as a basis for standardization.
Ship Data
Brighthouse works in WP3 to ensure that the necessary ship information will be easily available to create the remote pilot´s situational awareness.
Remote Pilotage Operating Centre
With Kongsberg’s lead WP4 aims to combine ship data and fairway information to define, develop, and test the Remote Pilotage ROC (Remote Operations Center) working environment.
Shared Situation Awareness
In WP5, Groke Technologies leads the research to identify critical elements and define solutions to create shared situational awareness (SA) between the remote pilot and the bridge crew.
Fairway Information and Services
In WP 6 partners work toward seeking solutions to ensure seamless cooperation between the ship’s crew, remote pilot, and VTS operators. Fintraffic’s vessel traffic service (VTS) is the lead partner in WP6.
System Level Testing and Demonstration
Furuno leads the work in WP 7 to ensure the practical integration of subsystems.
Articles & News
Published Article: Creating a Global Model for Remote Pilotage Services
Researchers from Novia’s Maritime RDI set out to answer a broad question about the limitations of shore-based intervention in connection with the Remote Pilotage MVP project. In a recently published article in IOP Science the team presents a condensed version of their...
Remote Pilotage Tested in Practice – ESL Shipping at the Forefront
ESL Shipping is actively involved in the Remote Pilotage MVP project coordinated by Novia, aiming to develop new solutions to improve maritime safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
Furuno Finland Building the Technical Foundation for a New Era of Navigation
The Remote Pilotage MVP project (Minimum Viable Product) is coordinated by Novia and aims to advance the development of remote pilotage. The project has attracted international interest and has developed and tested solutions that could enable pilotage to be conducted...
Brighthouse Intelligence Ltd Involved in Developing Future Remote Pilotage Solution
UAS Novia and maritime technology companies have developed remote pilotage solutions within the Remote Pilotage MVP project, funded by Business Finland. Brighthouse completed its part of the remote pilotage project by the end of 2024. Although their share concluded on...
Groke Contributes Smart Camera Technology to Novia’s Remote Pilotage Project
Pontus Boström, Head of AI at Groke Technologies, leads one of the key technology companies involved in the Remote Pilotage MVP (Minimum Viable Product) project, coordinated by Novia University of Applied Sciences. The project focuses on developing and testing remote...
Psychologist Jukka Häkkinen Explores the Challenges of Remote Pilotage
"I’ve driven an outboard motor in a small rowboat at our summer cottage," jokes Doctor of Psychology Jukka Häkkinen when asked about his seafaring experience prior to his current research. Today, however, Häkkinen is working with entirely different kinds of vessels...
Human factors are being researched in the use of remote pilotage
The Remote Pilotage MVP (Minimum Viable Product) project, coordinated by Novia, focuses on developing and testing concepts for remote pilotage operations and technology. In the beginning of May simulation testing sessions were held at Aboa Mare in Turku to enhance...
Work in progress: The work packages of Remote Pilotage MVP project
The Remote Pilotage MVP-project runs for 1,5 years. The research and development work is divided into seven work packages, in which the lead is taken by different partner companies, or Novia UAS.
Visions of Remote Pilotage as seen in the MVP project
Remote piloting offers the same service quality as traditional piloting, adhering to the same legal frameworks. In remote piloting, the pilot acts as an advisor to the ship’s captain and a local expert from an onshore location. We propose that remote piloting can be provided with at least the same level of safety as traditional piloting, given that the following conditions are met.
Furuno Finland: Future’s Technologies Today
Furuno has a long and solid history – a high-quality reputation in solutions for authorities.
Brighthouse Intelligence: Built on Exceptional Technological Competence
We provide tailored solutions for remote operations, situational awareness systems, connectivity and crypto services.
Fintraffic: Our goal is the safest traffic in the world
We help people and goods arrive safely and smoothly, while also taking account of the environment.
Finnpilot: Setting the course
Pilotage ensures navigational safety and efficiency within Finland’s rocky fairways.
ESL Shipping: Loaded with Nordic know-how
ESL Shipping's geared vessels are especially designed to operate in the demanding conditions of the Baltic Sea. The ice-strengthened and relatively shallow-draft ships are able to load and unload vessels at sea. ESL Shipping contributes to the project by...
Groke Technologies: Making seafaring safer one vessel at a time
Groke Technologies provides situational awareness knowledge and further develops the awareness system to be applicable in remote pilotage operations based on the findings and research done in this project. Groke will contribute to the research activities and...
Novia University of Applied Sciences: Training for maritime professionals and world class research
Through its networks, Novia is the most active Finnish university in the other Nordic countries.
Kongsberg Maritime: Leading the Future of Maritime Technology
Kongsberg Maritime, a division of KONGSBERG, excels in providing cutting-edge maritime technology solutions, driving the industry forward with innovative products and services.