VDR & S-VDR (Voyage Data Recorder)
VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) and S-VDR (Simplified Voyage Data Recorder) are critical marine safety systems designed to continuously record and store key vessel operational data. Similar to an “aviation black box,” these systems help in accident investigation, safety analysis, and improving future maritime operations.
VDR systems are typically installed on modern vessels, while S-VDR systems are used as a simplified version for older ships, both complying with IMO and SOLAS requirements.
Features
- Continuous recording of vessel data
- Records audio from bridge microphones
- Captures radar, AIS, GPS, and ECDIS data
- Stores speed, heading, and voyage information
- Automatic data backup and protection
- Crash-protected storage unit