Overview
In an era where precision, safety, and efficiency are critical to maritime operations, a high-tech fishing vessel operating in the challenging waters of the North Sea has undergone a major technological upgrade. The mission: to centralize and streamline its control bridge for enhanced monitoring, decision-making, and operational fluidity.
At the heart of this transformation is the deployment of ScreenBridge KVM 24x24, an all-in-one video processor and control system, tailored to meet the dynamic demands of modern seafaring.
Project Objective
To design and implement a unified control bridge that simplifies access to critical shipboard systems—ranging from radar and sonar to navigation and CCTV—while ensuring an intuitive operator experience. The ultimate goal: maximize situational awareness and minimize cognitive load for crew members navigating complex and often hazardous marine environments.
The Solution: ScreenBridge KVM 24x24 Integration
Craltech’s team delivered a fully integrated video and command solution using ScreenBridge KVM 24x24 system, which supports 24 inputs and 24 outputs within a single processing unit.
This advanced setup enables the seamless aggregation and distribution of vital data sources across a large bridge video wall and multiple operator stations.
Key Features Implemented:
✅ Dynamic Signal Routing: Operators can send any input—radar, sonar, navigation, etc.—to any output or screen at any time, thanks to ultra-flexible video routing.
✅ Advanced Multiview Capabilities: Multisource visualization allows simultaneous display of multiple data streams on a single screen, crucial for real-time decision-making.
✅ Custom Control Interface: Integration with Elgato Stream Deck and proprietary ScreenBridge software enables one-touch switching, preset layout changes, and direct access to specific feeds.
✅ Centralized Video Wall Management: Sonar imaging, onboard CCTV, and electronic navigation charts are consolidated on a central display system, enhancing operator oversight.
✅ Redundancy & Reliability: The solution ensures continuous uptime and operational integrity, even in adverse weather or isolated maritime conditions.
Why This Matters
Fishing vessels in the North Sea face unique operational challenges: high seas, variable weather, tight margins, and environmental regulations. Real-time access to critical information can be the difference between success and serious incident.
With Craltech’s ScreenBridge KVM, this vessel’s crew benefits from:
- Enhanced Situational Awareness
- Faster Reaction Times in Critical Scenarios
- Simplified Training & Reduced Fatigue for Operators
- Seamless System Integration with Future Scalability
From Chaos to Control: One-Touch Operation
The intuitive control interface, powered by Stream Deck integration, puts the full command suite at the crew’s fingertips. Operators can switch layouts, focus on specific feeds, or access emergency protocols with a single button press—no technical expertise required.
Looking Ahead
As marine vessels continue to evolve into floating data centers, solutions like ScreenBridge KVM are proving essential for future-ready maritime infrastructure. With full customization capabilities and real-time control, Craltech positions itself as a leader in integrated bridge systems for both fishing fleets and commercial shipping.
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