HarbourPilot Mk5 is the newest generation of Portable Pilot Unit (PPU) and is about to set a new world standard in high-quality precision navigation systems. With the HarbourPilot Mk5, you can feel at ease even in the most critical ship-handling manoeuvres. HarbourPilot Mk5 is a dual antenna, mGNSS enabled system with highly accurate Heading and Positioning performance. This precision Portable Piot Unit provides pilots with highly reliable information which is completely independent of the ship’s data. The stable and accurate data received from the HarbourPilot’s sensors is fed to the software for real-time and accurate navigation and docking information. It is an invaluable tool for all piloting conditions and challenges including low visibility, rough weather, and confined navigation and docking. HarbourPilot Mk5 brings exceptional navigation information to your fingertips. No matter the type of piloting operation, HarbourPilot is the ultimate decision support tool from boarding to berthing.
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That is the expectation of their newest boat, the "Brazos Pilot": a vessel tailored to fit the job and provide their pilot association with performance dependability and the safety systems integration to fulfill their maritime mission.
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