AIS from ORBCOMM

AIS from ORBCOMM

Announcing satellite AIS integration, in partnership with ORBCOMM.

AIS from ORBCOMM

We are pleased to announce the introduction of satellite AIS features to Marine Asset Tracker 2.0.

Satellite AIS data, provided in partnership with ORBCOMM will provide a complete situational picture of worldwide vessel activity.

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Commercial Shipping

Commercial Shipping

1,250+ commercial customers rely on Pole Star's services for improving fleet efficiency and security.

Commercial Shipping

Under its Purplefinder brand, Pole Star provides a range of commercial shipping products including Fleet Management, Marine Asset Tracker, and SSAS Alert Advanced.

Our clients represent a wide range of companies from sectors such as, Oil & Gas, Logistics & Freight, Container Lines and Cruise Lines.

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Fisheries Monitoring

Fisheries Monitoring

A complete range of fisheries monitoring solutions to track catch from ocean to dinner plate.

Fisheries Monitoring

Through its Absolute Software brand,
Pole Star provides Vessel Monitoring, Catch Reporting and Seafood Traceability solutions to over 35 countries and Regional Fisheries Management Organisations - covering in excess of 50 million square miles of fishing territory worldwide.

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LRIT Conformance

LRIT Conformance

Pole Star is the leading provider of LRIT Data Centres and Conformance Testing services.

LRIT Conformance

Pole Star operates LRIT
Data Centres on behalf of over 40 Flag administrations, monitoring more than 16,000 ships.

Also, as an Authorised Service Provider (ASP) for over 90 Flags, Pole Star has completed more than 40,000 LRIT Conformance Tests on behalf of ship operators worldwide.

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MAT-IDP690

MAT-IDP690

Fast, global, 2-way communications via Inmarsat's newest I4 satellite network.

MAT-IDP690

The MAT-IDP690 delivers fast, global, two-way communications with the support of the new IsatData Pro satellite network. Ideal for powered marine assets, the Inmarsat Type Approved MAT-IDP690 connects to main power to provide you with regular, variable and on-demand position reporting.

Ideal for: Powered assets, tugs, workboats.

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MAT-GS

MAT-GS

A "fit and forget" solution running up to 3 years on AA batteries.

MAT-GS

Choose MAT-GS when you need to track unpowered marine assets in remote locations and inhospitable environments. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the ready-to-install terminal is easy to fit without the need for harnesses, antennas, or an external power supply.

Ideal for: Unpowered assets, barges, "dead" tows, unattended installations.

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MAT-SF2500

MAT-SF2500

The most complete satellite communications device for at-sea calling, GPS tracking and alerting.

MAT-SF2500

MAT-SF2500 is a voice satellite terminal with a built-in GPS tracking system, specially designed for reliable performance in harsh and unpredictable maritime environments.

Ideal for: Powered assets, fishing vessels, leisure vessels.

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AIS from ORBCOMM

AIS from ORBCOMM

Announcing satellite AIS integration, in partnership with ORBCOMM.

AIS from ORBCOMM

We are pleased to announce the introduction of satellite AIS features to Marine Asset Tracker 2.0.

Satellite AIS data, provided in partnership with ORBCOMM will provide a complete situational picture of worldwide vessel activity.

Learn more

SSAS Alert Advanced

SSAS Alert Advanced

Manage fleet security wherever you are with Alert Advanced: the complete, dedicated Ship Security Alert System.

SSAS Alert Advanced

In a security situation, rapid response is vital. Manage fleet security and respond to incidents wherever you are with Alert Advanced for PC, Mac and mobile devices.

The Alert Advanced package offers the end user a complete and dedicated SSAS solution, comprising the onboard hardware and the shore-based online management system.

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Security at your fingertips

Security at your fingertips

Manage fleet security remotely, wherever you are in the world, with pole Star Alert.

Security at your fingertips

In the event of a security situation, rapid response is vital. Available on the three most popular mobile devices, the Pole Star Alert mobile application provides immediate and vital situational awareness and the tools needed to manage fleet security. Available now on iTunes, Google Play and the BlackBerry App World

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DSAS Mk2 Type Approval

DSAS Mk2 Type Approval

DSAS Mk2 is IACS certified by most major classification societies.

DSAS Mk2 Type Approval

The DSAS Mk2 ship security alert systems is IACS certified by most major classification societies, with all tests meeting or exceeding the requirements of the guidelines laid out in IACS Unified Requirement E10 and the relevant sections of IEC945.

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Fleet Management

Fleet Management

Improve operational efficiency with Pole Star's web-based fleet management solution for owners, charterers and ship managers.

Fleet Management

Monitor and manage a global fleet 24 x 7 using one system, with complete fleet data accessible in a single view.

Automatic increase of position reporting frequency in areas of high security risk or enhanced regulatory requirements provided by Industry Zones feature.

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Marine Asset Tracker

Marine Asset Tracker

Low-cost, full-featured asset monitoring for tugs, barges, support vessels, rigs, fishing vessels & unpowered marine assets.

Marine Asset Tracker

Discover the ways Marine Asset Tracker can streamline vessel monitoring. With hardware tailored to your fleet and a choice of flexible payment plans, it has never been easier or more cost-effective to ensure the security of your powered and unpowered marine assets.

Ideal for: tugs, barges, support vessels, oil and gas, inshore.

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SSAS Alert Advanced

SSAS Alert Advanced

Alert Advanced provides a complete and integrated Ship Security Alert System (SSAS)

SSAS Alert Advanced

The Pole Star Alert Advanced package offers the end user a complete and dedicated SSAS solution, comprising the onboard hardware and the shore-based online management system.

Proven in service, Alert Advanced meets or exceeds all requirements of the SOLAS regulation XI-2/6 and associated performance standards.

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Voyage Monitoring

Voyage Monitoring

Monitor the actual progress of a vessel against its voyage plan, with ETA and off-track, speed & schedule alarms.

Voyage Monitoring

With Voyage Monitoring, you can monitor the actual progress of a voyage against its voyage plan. Upload the route plan using the route uploader for comparison against the actual voyage of the vessel in real time. By comparing the real-time position data sent by the ship against the actual voyage plan, voyage monitoring offers ETA calculations and speed, off-track & schedule alarms by email.

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News

Pole Star partners with Delta Wave Communications for onshore fleet tracking solutions

Pole Star Space Applications announced today that it has partnered with Delta Wave Communications to pursue onshore opportunities. Delta Wave will offer Pole Star’s remote monitoring, security and tracking solutions to the North American energy exploration, chemical, and oil & gas markets.

Since the late 1990’s Pole Star has developed satellite-based fleet monitoring services for use in the harsh and isolated marine environment. Because satellite-based communication provides near global coverage, Pole Star’s systems allow shipowners and managers to track their ships, even when they sail beyond the reach of other communications networks. This need applies equality to onshore companies that operate assets in remote land areas where cellular coverage is limited.

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Pole Star announces major software upgrade for Marine Asset Tracker

Pole Star Space Applications, a leading provider of realtime asset tracking and monitoring systems, has announced the launch of Marine Asset Tracker (MAT) 2.0, the first product released on its next generation Purplefinder Pro software platform. MAT 2.0 is targeted at owners and operators of coastal and inland workboats, tugs and barges and the offshore oil & gas market. It allows users to monitor mixed fleets of tugs, barges, rigs and other assets, in order to manage fleet-wide operations and regulatory requirements. Pole Star will unveil MAT 2.0 at Sea Asia Maritime Conference and Exhibition, 9-11 April 2013.

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Pole Star raises funds for Comic Relief

From Monday 11th March until Red Nose Day on Friday 15th, staff at Pole Star Space Applications will be fundraising for Comic Relief by organising and participating in a week-long programme of sponsored events and activities.

The fun filled week of activities is set to include dancing, fancy dress, quiz, raffle, 5k fun run and a bring & buy sale. Meanwhile, some staff will be giving up their favourite luxuries, writing poetry and keeping silent for a day in an effort to raise an ambitious £2,500 for Comic Relief.

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