From the shipyard to embedded data.
The naval and maritime sector presents unique technical constraints: permanent vibrations, accelerated marine corrosion, unstable onboard electrical supply, limited installation spaces and availability requirements often exceeding 99.9%. Whether it is a cargo vessel, offshore support ship, patrol vessel or ferry, embedded systems must function in all conditions — without the possibility of rapid quayside intervention.
With over 200 vessels equipped with real-time data acquisition solutions and references in naval construction at major European shipyards, AUTOM Technologies is a recognised partner in the naval sector. Our engineers understand the constraints of onboard integration, naval acceptance protocols and the requirements of classification societies.
How we operate
Control and supervision systems (SCADA / DCS)
We design and deploy control and supervision systems for mechanical and process equipment onboard: propulsion and manoeuvring systems, onboard power management (PMS), auxiliary systems (bilge pumps, water treatment, ventilation and air conditioning). Our embedded SCADA and DCS architectures incorporate critical system redundancy requirements and interfaces with navigation and fire safety systems.
Embedded real-time data acquisition systems (Naval IoT)
Real-time data acquisition has become essential in the naval sector, whether for equipment condition monitoring, fuel consumption optimisation or regulatory compliance (emissions, discharges). We deploy embedded IoT systems capable of measuring, recording and transmitting critical vessel parameters: engine speed, temperatures, consumption, navigation data. Data is transmitted ashore via satellite or 4G/5G links and presented on fleet monitoring platforms.
Integration, reception and commissioning on site
Our engineers travel to shipyards for the integration and commissioning phases of embedded systems. We carry out equipment installation onboard, quayside trials, sea trials and official acceptance procedures with the captain, shipyard and classification society. Our on-site responsiveness is a key asset for meeting the tight schedules of naval construction.
Standards and classification requirements
- DNV GL / Bureau Veritas / Lloyd’s Register — Classification requirements for embedded systems
- SOLAS — International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
- MED (Marine Equipment Directive 2014/90/EU) — European requirements for marine equipment
- IEC 61162 / NMEA 2000 — Communication protocols for maritime navigation equipment
- IEC 60092 — Electrical installations aboard ships
Representative projects
200+ vessels equipped — Real-time data acquisition systems
Development and deployment of an embedded IoT real-time data acquisition solution across more than 200 vessels of various types (cargo ships, offshore support vessels, deep-sea fishing vessels). Measurement and recording of engine, navigation and auxiliary parameters. Data transmission ashore and presentation on a fleet monitoring platform for predictive maintenance and consumption optimisation.
DCCMS / DCS — Naval construction, European shipyard
Integration, acceptance testing and commissioning of Distributed Control and Command Management Systems (DCCMS) and embedded DCS systems on new vessels under construction at a European shipyard. Participation in quayside and sea trials, coordination with shipyard teams and the classification society, preparation of acceptance procedures and qualification reports.
Do you have a Naval or Maritime project?
Our experience across 200+ vessels and our understanding of onboard integration constraints make AUTOM Technologies a trusted partner for shipyards, shipowners and maritime equipment suppliers. We operate from design through to commissioning, including testing and acceptance phases.