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Boat Tracking Systems
Boat tracking is nowadays possible with high accuracy by GPS. The location data and other additional information, like speed and heading
of the boat, can be transmitted to land-stations or direct to the client. There are a lot of different communication systems for boat tracking applications available, depending of the country, provider etc..
Generally
location data of the boat can be transmitted via mobile/cell phone systems, radio communication and satellite systems. Cell phone coverage is for boat tracking systems available only some km close to shores. So, if a boat is on the open sea, satellite communication links are the first choice.

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Comtech Mobile Datacom
Comtech Mobile Datacom uses small satellite transceivers, (MT-2011), to provide communications
service between remote, fixed-site or mobile locations and customer ground facilities. Comtech Mobile Datacom offers two way data communication and Global Positioning System (GPS) geolocation services
worldwide. Comtech Mobile Datacom provides satellite based data services. Services are: One-way position reporting, one-way messaging, two-way position reporting and messaging. Message Routing:
Mobile to Customer Headquarters, customer Headquarters to Mobile, mobile to Mobile and internet electronic mail.
EMMI Network
The company has developed vessels tracking systems based on secure Internet connections and
worldwide satellite coverage. So, all the mobile elements are controlled in real time from any place. EMMI Network has developed vertical applications for the different areas of the marine industry:
merchant marine, fisheries, charters, regattas or private yacht owners. The currently-used technology is focused on Inmarsar C or D+ communications.
User access: vendors website via account number.
Coverage area: worldwide.
SASCO
SASCO offers marine vessel tracking and messaging using Orbcomm's low earth orbiting communication
satellites to provide maritime fleet management. GPS position data along with email messages are transmitted securely via the internet.
The Trawler Fleet Tracker allows to trace boats from the clients office. With Trawler Fleet Tracker the
user is will be able to get boat positions, voyage tracking, and catch information. The built-in messaging system allows private communications between clients office and the boat. It combines GPS, satellite
communication, computer color plotting and the internet, that give the client accurate information about the activities of his boat on a day to day basis
User access: vendors website via account number.
Coverage area: worldwide.
Satamatics
Satamatics provides global, satellite-based telematic solutions that put the client in control - anywhere
and anytime on across the world’s oceans. The vendors technology and services provide seamless worldwide coverage for the remote tracking of maritime boats, whether in port or on passage in any
ocean. The on-board communications technology, which utilises Satamatics' ultra-compact/miniature mobile SAT 101 satellite terminal, enables the location, speed and heading of vessels to be tracked and
monitored from any desktop or laptop with an Internet connection.
SkyMate
SkyMate puts the power of global satellite technology within easy reach of every boater. Whether the
client is cruising the coastline or crossing the Atlantic, communication&tracking is possible. System figures are: Send & receive email, send messages via fax and voice, report your boat position, get
scores, stocks, and news via Yahoo! Alerts, NEXRAD Weather Radar, NOAA weather charts, buoy reports, 1-5 day customized forecasts, monitor bilge, battery, and AC power while away from your boat
with the SkyMate SentryMate monitoring kit.
WCC
WCC's delivers worldwide tracking coverages by Iridium satellite communication solutions. The
ComTrack allows the user to monitor the transportation of any boat via the Internet using Iridium's truly global all-digital satellite technology. You will experience secure real-time tracking of your assets
through your home or office computer. An analog phone/PBX interface, crew PIN, and downloadable crew call log enables the use as a voice telephone solution for the user who are on sea. With the
optional Alert Button, the client any designated recipients can be notified immediately of a crisis aboard of his boat via an emergency notification sent directly to your e-mail, pager or fax.
User access: via vendors secure&encrypted website.
Coverage area: worldwide.
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