Tuesday, October 30, 2007

India's first 360o steering simulator

India’s first 360 degree tug steering simulator for training seafarers in the off-shore and the harbour area of the ports was inaugurated at the Kwality Professional Academy Mumbai, a subsidiary of KNK group of companies.


The academy became the first in the country to enter into the offshore training arena. Capt Sandeep Mehta, CEO of Mundra Port, Gujarat, inaugurated the simulator. The simulator has 4-D application with audio-visual indications on three large LCD screens. The system is an exact replica of the real tug. With this simulator, the academy aims to bring in enhanced safety and quality in the operation of tugs by seamen, handlers, cadets and marine officers working in the offshore and port area.


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