Seawork exhibitors collaborate to create mutual value
June 13, 2024By Seawork Press FP
Volvo Penta
Cetasol
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Innovative software company Cetasol and Volvo Penta have signed a partnership to accelerate efficiency gains through intelligent marine technology. The two Seawork exhibitors aim to create mutual value towards operators by exploring new ways to minimize emissions and maximize efficiency for a broad range of commercial marine vessels.
This collaboration marks a step forward in both companies' commitment to enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in maritime operations by combining Volvo Penta's extensive expertise in marine technology with Cetasol's cutting-edge fleet management solutions.
Cetasol is a fast-growing startup company focusing on sustainability powered by AI. Cetasol’s first innovation, the unique iHelm solution, is an intelligent, maritime digital platform that provides eco-driving guidance for commercial vessels, predictive maintenance, and actionable analytics. The platform offers features such as path planning, speed recommendations, and ready-made reports based on vessel operation statistics.
The iHelm solution consists of an on-board interface and a cloud solution that utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) to continuously find the optimum operation. iHelm provide recommendations in real-time with analyzed data, interpretation of data and recognition of patterns that give optimum recommendations for minimizing fuel consumption or energy usage.
Since the introduction of iHelm, Cetasol has also introduced the patented technology, Cetafuel, a virtual sensor that helps the operator to gain easy access to fuel usage in real-time at a fraction of the cost and without risk of clogging.
With a strong global footprint, Volvo Penta delivers efficiency-driven marine technology to a broad range of commercial operators and vessels around the world. This includes fully integrated propulsion systems – from the helm to the propeller, designed to deliver ease of operation, high performance, as well as uptime and efficiency. Volvo Penta has pledged its commitment to the Science Based Target Initiative and is dedicated to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The company is moving forward in a multi-faceted approach in its path towards decarbonization at sea.
