• Certification represents the highest standard for shipborne electronic navigation systems
• Certification conducted by a designated notified body
• Applies to ECPINS 6.4 and its associated systems, including Radar, AIS, and INTS

August 19, 2024, Burnaby, BC – OSI Maritime Systems is pleased to announce that ECPINS 6.4 has received International Maritime Organization (IMO) certification under the EU Marine Equipment Directive (MED) and UK Marine Equipment Regulations (MER).

This certification represents the highest standard for shipborne electronic navigation systems. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) publishes and maintains the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention along with equipment regulations and performance standards. This certification, conducted by a designated notified body, applies to ECPINS 6.4 and its associated systems, including Radar, AIS, and OSI’s Integrated Navigation and Tactical System (INTS).

Among ECPINS 6.4 capabilities is an enhancement Automatic Identification System (AIS) that supports sending and receiving a range of standard AIS Application Specific Messages (ASM). Also new in ECPINS 6.4 is a Relative Velocity Calculator tool and support for Maritime Safety Information. In addition, OSI’s INTS is now compliant with the latest edition of the Integrated Navigation System regulations.

For decades, ECPINS has been at the forefront of WECDIS (Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System) technology. OSI is committed to maintaining our leadership position in naval navigation.

Quote from Jordan Pratt, VP Product Development
"We are immensely proud that ECPINS 6.4 has achieved MED and UK MER certification, reflecting our system's exceptional quality and reliability. This milestone highlights our commitment to the highest standards in naval navigation. Our engineering team’s dedication and innovation have been crucial in meeting these stringent requirements. As we advance toward ECPINS Generation 7, we remain dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that ensure crew safety and operational excellence."

Quote from Jim Davison, VP BD
"ECPINS 6.4’s IMO certification reaffirms its position as the world-leading WECDIS solution. This achievement not only highlights the superior quality and innovation of our system but also underscores its critical role in ensuring the safety of navy crews and their ships. By integrating advanced features and adhering to the highest sea navigation standards, ECPINS 6.4 exemplifies our commitment to enhancing the safety of our naval customers and increasing operational effectiveness.”

‍