KONGSBERG secures contract with Pilbara Ports in Australia

KONGSBERG will deliver a complete Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) system including radar, electro-optical sensors, Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology and VHF communications.

Under the 10-year system-as-a-service agreement, KONGSBERG will also provide comprehensive maintenance and support for both the new Port of Port Hedland system and the existing VTS at the Port of Dampier.

“We are proud to have been selected once again by Pilbara Ports, extending our delivery of a world-class VTS system and 24/7 services to the Port of Port Hedland, building on the VTS system and managed service already being delivered to the Port of Dampier. We look forward to supporting safe and efficient port operations while further strengthening our partnership with Pilbara Ports,” says Lene Vesterlund, CEO of Kongsberg Norcontrol, KONGSBERG.

Pilbara Ports Chief Executive Officer Samuel McSkimming says Port Hedland’s high level of vessel activity created a need for a proven, robust VTS that can accurately track vessel movements across the service area and support efficient turnaround times.

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