VDES/AIS SHORE BASED STATION

Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) are designed to be capable of automatically transmitting all necessary data such as position, speed, course, cargo and MSSI to other ships and coastal authorities.

Danphone is a reputed supplier of complete, rack mount AIS Physical Shore Stations (PSS), built to meet individual customer specifications. In this capacity, we work with lading suppliers of base station transponders and AIS system software.

Depending on the customer's requirements and scope of supply, we can offer equipment supply, manufacturing, installation and test. 

Examples of application are:

  • Stand-alone AIS base stations at remote locations with poor or non-existing infrastructure.
  • Economical alternative for sea areas where full-featured AIS base stations are not required.
  • Supplement to existing AIS networks.

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WHAT IS AIS?

AIS (Automatic Identification System) is a VHF-based navigation which automatically provides all the necessary data such as position, course, speed and MMSI to other ships and coastal authorities. It is an automatic tracking system used for collision avoidance of ships. The information from the AIS makes it possible to present a complete overview of the present ship traffic at the ocean.
AIS information supplements marine radar, which continues to be the primary method of collision avoidance at sea. In addition to collision avoidance, AIS also forms the core element in vessel traffic services (VTS).

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requires AIS transponders to be fitted on board all vessels with gross tonnage of 300 or more and all passenger ships regardless of size.

What is VDES?

VDES (VHF Data Exchange System) is a next-generation maritime communication system, designed to enhance and expand the capabilities of the well-known AIS (Automatic Identification System). VDES introduces high-speed, two-way data exchange via terrestrial VHF communication, making it a key component in e-Navigation and global maritime safety.

Global Maritime Safety VDES

VDES supports the reception of Maritime Safety Information (MSI), even in remote regions. VDES enables ships to receive Maritime Safety Information (MSI) even outside traditional NAVTEX coverage areas - improving safety, connectivity, and situational awareness across all sea regions.