Approval for Kongsberg remote DP training

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, Kongsberg has been increasing the delivery of cloud-based training solutions to meet the demands of virtual learning. The company’s latest offering is a remote DP simulation application, which enables instructors to continue providing mandatory training using Kongsberg’s K-Sim DP technology.

The NI has temporarily approved the use of Kongsberg’s cloud-based remote DP simulators, equivalent with the NI Class C DP simulators required for the DP Induction courses. The remote solution is valid until 1 April 2021, with the option to further extend approval depending on the coronavirus situation.

“The functionality of Kongsberg Digital’s remote DP solution has been demonstrated and found fit for purpose,” said Qasim Masood, accreditation manager, dynamic positioning department, The Nautical Institute.

“It has therefore been temporarily approved for remote DP Induction Courses until the end of the COVID-19 period,” he added.

The feasibility of such an approach could well extend beyond the pandemic. “I strongly believe that the new cloud-based simulation solutions we are now providing represent the future of maritime training and will continue to act as cost-effective teaching aids when Covid-19 has been consigned to history,” said Andreas Jagtøyen, executive vice-president, digital ocean, Kongsberg Digital.