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Maritime TransponderTech

We provide positioning and navigation power to professional mariners. We proudly serve commercial shipping, naval forces, coast guards and maritime authorities around the world, contributing to safety and efficiency at sea.

Leading in Maritime Communications and Navigation

We offer class-leading SOLAS certified communications and navigation solutions, ready to meet the increasing demands in the maritime sector. As the volume of global sea transport intensifies, it presents opportunities, but also substantial challenges to the environment, and safety and security of maritime operations. Powered by pioneering maritime positioning and navigation solutions, we cater to our customers across sea, land, air and space domains. Key offerings encompass the R6 Supreme AIS/VDES, R60 VDES Base Station, R6 NAV and the widely adopted R5A Multi Channel Receiver. Our most recent addition, R6 NEO, features inertial navigation with centimeter-level position accuracy. Explore our full range of maritime solutions below. Together with customers, partners and industry colleagues - we lead towards Connecting Everything Maritime.

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Here's our offering within Maritime Communications and Navigation
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The R6 NEO and the NAV NEO systems are Saab's latest navigation systems designed to meet the Panama Authority requirements for transiting NeoPanamax vessels, available Q2 2024. 

R6 NAV NEO
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The R6 Supreme AIS/VDES is type approved for AIS and prepared for future VDES functionality with its new state-of-the-art Software Defined Radio providing an outstanding AIS sensitivity of - 118 dBm.

R6 Supreme AIS/VDES
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In maritime environments, AIS technology proves to be an invaluable asset for all aircraft. Our certified airborne AIS transponders deliver exceptional performance and unwavering reliability.

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R6 Secure AIS

The R6 Secure AIS builds on the legacy of the R4 and R5 Secure AIS, offering customers the option to conduct encrypted AIS communication outside the public AIS network.

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R60 Aids-to-Navigation (AtoN) Station

The R60 Aids-to-Navigation (AtoN) Station is designed for marking offshore maritime installations, such as wind energy farms, navigational aids and hazards.

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R6 NAV

The R6 NAV system is self-monitoring and extremely user friendly. It utilizes the highly versatile R6 Supreme AIS/VDES CDU and represents one of the most flexible navigation systems on the market.
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R6 VDES PAYLOAD

The R6 VDES PAYLOAD, a satellite-based VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) In-Orbit Demonstrator (IOD), is in the development phase, currently undergoing trials through various testbed projects, Its maiden launch into space was on November 11, 2023, carried by the Falcon-9, Transporter-9 rocket, departed from SpaceX located at Vandenberg Space Force base in California, USA. The satellite is now in transfer to reach its operating altitude of 640 km where it will be deployed.
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R5 RIC - Radar Interface Computer

The R5 RIC( Radar Interface Computer) offers state-of-the-art signal acquisition and processing capabilities, enabling the generation of high-resolution digital radar video. Its versatile platform is equipped with flexible interfaces, accommodating radar systems from a diverse range of manufacturers.
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R5A RX - Airborne AIS

The R5A RX is a future proof AIS multi-channel receiver specifically designed for airborne applications and based on Saab's SDR (Software Defined Radio) technology. R5A RX offers outstanding performance and flexibility in a very compact design. The unit has been extensively tested and qualified towards aviation standards.
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R60 VDES Base Station

The R60 VDES Base Station, Saab's cutting-edge base station, is purpose-built for both fixed shore and offshore setups. It offers robust support for the latest VDES standard, encompassing traditional AIS functionality while introducing an impressive array of innovative features.
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AIS/VDES Network Solutions

Saab's AIS /VDES Network Solutions offers a combination of best in-class maritime communication solutions and a modern suite of maritime management software provided as a SaaS.

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Saab transponder sets new standard for global maritime communication

Saab has achieved major breakthroughs in maritime communication with its VDES (VHF Data Exchange System) transponder aboard the Ymir-1 satellite. For the first time, global coverage with reliable data reception and transmission to and from vessels is being delivered.
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Jul
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Saab’s new navigation system approved for the Panama Canal

Saab’s latest maritime navigation system, R6 NAV NEO, has received approval from the Panama Canal Authority. This makes it the first SOLAS* approved navigation system for general use in any waters which also meets the new requirements for Panama Canal transits.
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Press release

Saab to Divest Maritime Traffic Management

Saab today announces the divestment of its Maritime Traffic Management (MTM) operation to funds advised by Agilitas Private Equity LLP (“Agilitas”) for an enterprise value of approximately 40 MEUR. MTM is a global provider of management solutions for vessel traffic, ports and terminals. Completion of the divestment is subject to certain conditions that need to be fulfilled before closing, expected to take place no later than March 2023.

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