Kongsberg Maritime Simulation & Training
Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator
Product Tanker
Chemical Tanker
LPG/Ethylene Tanker
LNG Tankers (Membrane, Spherical)
Suezmax Tanker
Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC)
Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU)
Float-On/Float-Off (FOFO)
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Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator
Applications
We maximize
marine performance
Standard
Procedures
Emergency
Procedures
by providing The Full Picture
Process
Understanding
Stability
Core competencies
Technology
Flow Control
Real equipment know-how
Regulatory understanding
Operational experience
External interfaces
Software
Fuel Economy
Visualization
E-learning
User interface
Hydrodynamics
Physical modelling
Training & Exercises
Software architecture
Assessment & Evaluation
Products
Product Tanker
Hardware
Our mission
We shall earn the respect and recognition for our dedication to provide innovative
and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation at sea. By utilising and
integrating our technology, experience and competencies in positioning, hydroacoustics,
communication, control, navigation, simulation, and automation, we aim to give our
customers The Full Picture. The Full Picture yields professional solutions and global
services that make a difference, enabling you to stay ahead of the competition.
Our philosophy
Our success depends on the success of our customers. Actively listening to our customers and
truly understanding their needs, and then translating these needs into successful products
and solutions, is central to achieving our goal. Our people are the key to our success and we
empower them to achieve. Working together in a global network of knowledge, guided by
our values, engenders innovation and world class performance. Every day we have to think a
little differently, because every client is unique. We aspire to translate the imagination and
dedication of our staff into successful technologies and solutions. Our commitment is to add
value to your operations by providing you with The Full Picture.
Chemical Tanker
LPG/Ethylene
Tanker
LNG Tankers
Very Large Crude
Carrier (VLCC)
MODU &
FOFO Vessel
The Demand for Maritime Personnel
The labour situation within the maritime sector is a topic that attracts much attention worldwide. Many fear we are entering a period where
a massive shortage of qualified personnel can, among other factors, represent a possible threat to both quality and safety standards. At the
same time, customers, authorities and other stakeholders constantly increase their demand for higher quality, precision, safety and corporate
social responsibility. Based on this complex situation, the maritime industry worldwide is expected to have a strong focus on recruiting new,
qualified personnel in years to come.
High Quality Training: a Necessity
For ship owners and operators, competence is the key to safety, reliability and economy. Safety reduces the risk of injuries to personnel and
minimizes the risk of damage to the environment. Reliability minimizes the ever increasing cost of being off-hire. A well-run cargo and ballast
operation managed by competent people improves economy. Onboard training using real equipment presents a number of challenges.
Increased risk to personnel and equipment combined with limited access to required marine assets and related escalating costs are creating
increased demand for simulation technology. Simulation under highly realistic circumstances presents a safer and more cost-efficient training
alternative. Simulation has already proven its effectiveness and is, without doubt, the future of maritime training. Due to the almost unlimited
possibilities provided by simulation, better results can be achieved in a safer, more efficient manner, which in turn produces higher quality
personnel.
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NEPTUNE Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator
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NEPTUNE Instructor System
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KONGSBERGs Guarantees
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Certificates and Approvals
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CCTV - Simulation of a cargo operation
The Need for Simulators in the Maritime Industry
Different tasks different needs
Investment in maritime simulators is no longer limited to just the
largest academies and organizations. Todays simulator customers
represent a broad mix of different organizations, from public training
academies and universities, training centres and vocational schools,
to shipping and oil & gas companies, as well as military training
organizations including Navies, Coast Guards and Maritime Police.
Accordingly, cargo & ballast handling simulators must be flexible
to meet the users various needs. Simulators today can be delivered
tailor-made, ensuring that both functionality and cost meet the exact
requirements of the user.
LNG membrane tank
Competence saves money & environment
The importance of process understanding is crucial for optimum cargo
and ballast handling. Proper simulator training is an effective way to
build crew competence. Competent personnel work more efficiently
through reduced off-hire costs, and achieve higher productivity with
lower risk of environmental damage. To avoid negative learning, it is a
necessitythatthesimulationtrainingishighlyrealisticandadaptableto
real life situations. The latest maritime simulation technology provides
impressiveintegrationbetweencargohandlingsimulatorandrealvessel
control systems, which gives a new level of realism, as crew can train on
exactly the same equipment that they will find onboard a real vessel.
Students training on cargo handling simulators
at Kalmar Maritime Academy, Sweden
Educating the best personnel
Compared to conventional training, simulators offer a more structured
method of building high levels of competence. During simulation
training, one can isolate and freeze each sub-system to understand
and acquire knowledge, perform critical operations over and over
again to train skills, and test and develop attitudes by training in
situations that demand complex decision [Link] the use of
advanced assessment systems, simulator training can help to isolate
areas requiring improvement and support the development oftailormade exercises. In this way, the training will focus on bringing out
the best in every student.
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KONGSBERGs solution
As a major world-wide supplier of ship automation and control systems, KONGSBERG has a thorough understanding of the industrys
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most realistic and effective training possible. To meet the present and future training needs in the maritime industry, we have developed
the NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator, which is the result of detailed studies that have defined the optimum solution. NEPTUNE
provides high fidelity real-time simulation, supporting unique education and training of personnel. Through the use of physical models,
NEPTUNE real-time simulation models are completely integrated to produce a domino effect on adjacent subsystems. Faults and
alarms will have cascading effects throughout the system if not acknowledged properly. In addition to an extremely high level of realism,
the NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator offers user-friendliness and flexibility, key features for providing high levels of instructor
control and greater variety of course offerings capabilities demanded by shipowners and training institutes worldwide.
NEPTUNE Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator
The worlds most advanced simulator
Behind the NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator lies an
investment of more than 140 person-years of development.
This major investment has resulted in the most advanced cargo and
ballast handling simulator available in the market today. NEPTUNE
builds competence from the ground up by providing the most realistic
depiction of cargo & ballast handling operations. In order to learn the
complex load and discharge operations, NEPTUNE simulators enable
high quality training in every aspect, from single sub-systems to the
overall running of a loading or discharge operation. Simulating the
entirerangeofoperationsfromnormalconditionsthroughextraordinary
situations,studentsaregiventheopportunitytoexperienceday-to-day
operational requirements and learn the vital skills for dealing with
abnormal situations and emergency conditions.
From desktop to full mission systems
KONGSBERG is dedicated to making NEPTUNE available to as many
users as possible. The NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator
is extremely flexible and can be configured from a PC desktop to
an operational full mission simulator using custom panels and ship
equipment. In addition, KONGSBERG provides an e-learning (webenabled) module and the possibility to use floating licences, giving
the training centre maximum value for money. With a full range of
simulationsystemsavailable,KONGSBERGhasacost-effectivesolution
to fit every requirement and budget.
Creating realistic training situations
We tailor your training facility to your specific needs and develop
training programs to meet your goals. To enable this, the NEPTUNE
architecture is extremely flexible, and can be used across a range of
different interfaces offering benefits in value, flexibility and realism.
In addition, we are able to integrate our NEPTUNE cargo & ballast
handling simulator with KONGSBERGs K-Chief, a real automation
system. This gives a new level of realism, as crew can train on the
The NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator offers a wide range identical equipment that they will later operate onboard ships.
of highly realistic models of different vessel types. Our desktop system
is based on the same core software for all configurations, and is ideal
for operation and process studies. The full mission systems offer a
physical familiarity with the real shipboard environment, and include
a cargo control room, cargo handling room and instructor room.
Maximum flexibility
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may be represented by any combination of interactive mimic panels,
operational panels/consoles or desk-top stations. Our concept allows
individuallylaidoutcontrolroomstomeetexactcustomerrequirements.
The system can be upgraded or expanded at any time during its life
span, and is based on the same core software for all configurations.
The illustration shows a typical simulator configuration of networked
d systems including
Cargo Handling Room with Local Operating Station (LOS) consoles, Cargo Control Room
with full console and panel configuration, Instructor Station and Simulator
mulator Laboratory with
Debrief Facilities.
STAR Center is pleased to report that Kongsbergs
NEPTUNE cargo handling simulator has met our
high expectations. The years of development work
shows in the accuracy and realism of the simulation
models. The graphic user interface on the instructor
and student stations is very intuitive and easy to use.
The instructor system provides significant flexibility
in building and running challenging simulation
exercises. Unique scenarios can be developed using
pre-programmed embedded faults and student
performance can easily be monitored and assessed.
The ability to replay the exercises is also a very
valuable tool and the e-Coach capabilities are useful
for developing tutorials for introduction to certain
topics.
Contol room at the full mission cargo handling simulator
at Dalian Maritime University, China
Brian Long, Director, STAR Center, USA
Skills transfer
The learning objective is to understand and operate the entire cargo &
ballast handling system in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner.
Whether you choose a NEPTUNE full mission or desktop, your
students or employees will learn a vast array of skills thanks to the
pedagogical values and high fidelity realism the NEPTUNE simulator
systems offer.
Typical training applications include the following:
Routine and emergency procedures
Familiarisation with all parts of the cargo system
Planning of cargo loading and discharge
Use of loading computer
Line up for loading and ballasting
Line up for discharge
Stripping of tanks by means of vacuum and ejector systems
Topping up and finalising loading
Aeration, inerting and nitrogen supply
Compressor systems, heaters and boosters on LPG/E tankers
LNG tankers with compressor systems and boil off
Mulitple loading/discharge operations with flexible connections
on chemical tankers
Discharge pump operation with dynamic pump and system
performance curves
Flow control in relation to stability and mechanical forces
Communication to terminal, deck and cargo control room
Students running an exercise at the cargo handling simulator
at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
NEPTUNE Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator
CCTV- Simulation of manifold waterspray
Although realism and pedagogical values are at the forefront
efront of
NEPTUNE, we are dedicated to exploring and improving
g every
single aspect of cargo & ballast handling simulation to ensure our
customers, students and crew members get the most out
ut of our
solutions. Some of the features that make NEPTUNE the
e leading
cargo & ballast handling simulator system are described
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High fidelity models
All NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulator models are
re developed
based on actual ship specifications and performance data.
ata. Various
cargo system configurations and load conditions can be
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through reality-based exercises. Through the realism of NEPTUNE
simulation, Learning by Doing can be accomplished; and
nd this results
in raising competence to perform safe, sustainable and competitive
cargo operations on board.
Extensive model library
The product line is under continuous development with a library
currently including the following models:
Cargo Handling Models:
Product Tanker
Chemical Tanker
LPG/Ethylene Tanker
LNG Tankers (Membrane and Spherical)
Suezmax Tanker
Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC)
Ballast Handling Models:
Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU)
Semi-submersible Heavy-Lift Ship Float-On/Float-Off (FOFO)
CCTV - Surveillance
A Closed Circuit TV surveillance camera function can be integrated
into the Neptune cargo & ballast handling simulator, giving students
a more complete training scenario. As in real cargo operations, the
CCTV mode provides the student/operator a view of the deck and
manifold areas to monitor loading arm conditions and detect oil or
gas leaks.
Co-locatedwithourKongsbergliquidcargosimulator,theKongsberg2-DOFfullmissionballastcontrolroom
simulator and related five part-task desktop simulators have been in operation since 1994. The installed
mathematical model of the semi-submersible mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) forms part of our
offshore training markets. With instructor control and full remote monitoring of the simulator, the system
covers all ballast control room training requirements for our customers.
These Kongsberg simulators have served CMS well over the past fifteen years and our Centre is now
planning to upgrade both the full mission and desktop versions to complement our full suite of Kongsberg
cargo handling, bridge and engine room simulators.
Capt. Christopher Hearn, Director, The Centre for Marine Simulation, Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University,
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Ballast control
HandlingofaSemi-SubmersiblePlatformisademandingandcomplex
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will always represent important - and often conflicting factors that
have to be dealt with during the platform operations.
This can put immense pressure on the personnel involved and it
raisesanunquestionabledemandforunderstandingthesystemsand
training for such.
The purpose of the KONGSBERGs ballast handling simulator is to
provide a training tool that gives a realistic replication of the dynamic
behavior of a Mobile drilling platform for ballast and position keeping systems. In this manner, knowledge in ballast control can be
acquired without hazardous and devastating consequences.
NEPTUNE Instructor System
Recording of all activity during the simulation exercise takes place
automatically and review/debriefing can include the replay of parts of
or the entire exercise in order to focus on specific learning objectives.
A unique resume functionality also enables an exercise to be
stopped and started at will. If a student begins to have problems or
fails in a particular operation, the instructor can pause the simulation
to give guidance or advice, and then resume the [Link] instructor
can also go back to any earlier point in time and restart from there.
Initial Condition describes all the variables at the start of the
With the NEPTUNE instructor system, monitoring, assessment and
exercise.
Triggers a combination of events that initiate an Action, e-Coach debriefing have never been easier!
message or Assessment.
Actions derived from Input Variables and Malfunctions, which
can be initiated instantaneously, or preprogrammed as part of the
exercise.
e-Coach Messages an electronic guidance and performance
feedback system.
Student Station Configuration define what information is
accessible and visible to students.
Assessment monitor and assess alarms, and any of 6,000
variables in the simulation models.
The monitoring, assessment and configuration tool for our NEPTUNE
simulators has been designed to enhance the quality of simulation
training by providing complete, intuitive and user-friendly control of
student exercises. It enables the instructor to develop customized
exercise modules for individuals, teams or a combination of both from
any PC running the application, with fully controllable areas such as:
The NEPTUNE cargo handling simulator includes a very user-friendly instuctor system. The intuitive drag
and drop functionality makes it easy to connect and distribute exercises to the student stations. Furthermore, the student station configuration tool is extremely flexible as set-up can be adjusted depending on
student skills and purpose of the exercise. The instructor system is indeed powerful and contains all the
requirements needed to reach the cargo handling learning objectives.
Roy Franche, Assistant Professor, University of Troms, Norway
NEPTUNE Instructor System at Dalian Maritime University, China
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Library of approved exercises
We offer a range of DNV SeaSkill approved LNG exercises, covering
the basic training requirements for LNG operators.
Exercise 1: Cargo Tank Drying
Exercise 2: Nitrogen Purging of Inter barrier spaces
Exercise 3: Inerting of Cargo Systems
Exercise 4: Gassing Up of Cargo Systems
Exercise 5: Cooling Down of Cargo Systems
Exercise 6: Commence Loading & Deballasting
Exercise 7: Complete Loading
Exercise 8: Loaded and ballast Voyage BOG & Forced Vaporization
Exercise 9: Ballast voyage tank cooling & BOG Management
Exercise 10: Discharging
Exercise 11: Boil Off and Tank Warm up
Exercise 12: Gas Freeing
Exercise 13: Air Purge
Exercise 14: Gas Freeing single tank
Exercise 15: Preparation & manifold Connection
Exercise 16: Use of Emergency cargo pump
Exercise 17: Emergency Discharge
Exercise 18: Partly loading
Exercise 19: Part Discharge
Exercise 20: Leaking Cargo Tank
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law or [Link] it comes to cargo operations
it is a combination of all.
Tomas Olsson Neptun, Lecturer at the Department of Shipping
and Marine Technology, and Head of the Cargo Operations Studio
at Chalmers University of Technology (pictured below)
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KONGSBERGs Guarantees
Unique experience
Innovation that doesnt sleep
KONGSBERGistheworldsleadingmanufacturerofmaritimeelectronics.
We delivered our first simulator in 1972. Since then we have supplied
systems ranging from desktop computer based training systems to
sophisticated full mission engine room simulators, all of which are
based on our experience with real ship systems.
KONGSBERG has played an important role in the maritime industry for
the last four decades, both as a provider of maritime electronics and
as an innovator in the maritime [Link] look beyond conventional
approaches and established methods to find new reliable solutions to
increase value for our customers. With more than 5,400 employees
networked around the globe, our efforts are ongoing, 24-7.
We have delivered high quality engine room simulators to the market
for decades, and today a large percentage of the worlds ships officers
and engineers are trained on our simulation systems. We take pride
in knowing that KONGSBERG will give your training an additional
competitive edge.
Innovationanddevelopmentofnewandusefultechnologicalfeatures
are areas of top priority in our work. A minimum of 10 percent of our
business turnover is re-invested directly into innovation and research
& development each year.
Dedication to quality training
KONGSBERG has been an important contributor to the maritime
sector for many decades. The maritime industry predicts a massive
shortage of professional labour in the years to come, but our commitment
to the future of the sector is very strong and we are dedicated to
developing the necessary technology to fulfil the simulation needs
of the industry. As a manufacturer of real ship systems, we always
stay close to reality when developing simulators - our guarantee that
the training represents real world scenarios. In short, KONGSBERG
provides simulation as it should be.
World-class customer support
KONGSBERGscustomersupportprogramprovidesworld-classflexible
system support to our global simulation system customers. The Long
Term System Support Program (LTSSP) is designed around three levels
of support defined as Basic, Priority and Premium Customized Care.
Each support level offering is designed to address the customers
needs. Investing in a LTSSP ensures that your simulation system
is always current and operating at peak capacity and provides the
assistance you need in order to deliver the best simulation training
available.
Premium
Customized Care
Priority Care
Basic Care
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Certificates and Approvals
The Kongsberg Maritime AS division of KONGSBERG fulfils the quality system of NEMKO and IQNet
(International Certification Network) and is certified according to the NS-EN ISO 9001:2000 and the
NEMKO 14001:2004.
All of our products, from desktop to full mission NEPTUNE cargo & ballast handling simulators, exceeds
the requirements of STCW 95 Sections A-1/12 and B-1/12 that define the performance standards for
simulator equipment to train maritime and offshore crews. NEPTUNE cargo handling simulators are certified and
approved by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Standard for Certification of Maritime Simulators No. 2.14 October
2007.
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We are always there, wherever you need us
KONGSBERGs customer service organization is designed to provide high-quality, global support, whenever
and wherever it is needed. We are committed to providing easy access to support and service, and to
responding promptly to your needs. Support and service activities are supervised from our headquarters in
Norway, with service and support centres at strategic locations around the globe where you are and the
action is. As part of our commitment to total customer satisfaction, we offer a wide variety of services to
meet individual customers operational needs. Kongsberg Support 24 is a solution designed to give
around-the-clock support. For mission-critical operations, Kongsberg Support 24 can be extended to
include remote monitoring. We can adapt to the required level of support by offering service agreements,
on-site spare part stocks and quick on-site response arrangements.
Sweden
Norway
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British Columbia
Nova Scotia
Washington
Connecticut
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England
New York
North Carolina
Louisiana
France
Spain
South Korea
Italy
Japan
China
Florida
India
Global and local support
We provide global support from local
service and support facilities at strategic
locations world wide. Service and
support work is carried out under the
supervision of your personal account
manager, who will ensure that you
receive high-quality service and support
where and when you need it. Your
account manager will ensure continuity
and work closely with your personnel to
improve and optimise system availability
and performance. Under the direction
of your account manager, and with a
local inventory of spare parts, our wellqualified field service engineers will be
able to help you quickly and effectively.
Support 24
Philippines
Singapore
Nigeria
Brazil
South Africa
Solid competence reduces cost
We have always recognised the importance
of supporting our products and systems
with professional training.
A wide range of courses are therefore
offered to ensure that you achieve the
goal of full system utilisation with safe
and efficient operation.
Call +47 41418000
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Upgrading that pays
Product and system upgrades can improve
your simulator's operations and reduce
your overall maintenance costs. We will
ensure that existing products and systems
can be extended or upgraded based on
standard upgrade kits.
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Design: Allegro Tnsberg Kongsberg Maritime AS May 2010
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Telephone: +47 815 73 700
