The integration of Teledyne Raymarine navigation and digital switching systems into the RNLI’s lifeboats supports their long-term fleet strategy, which aims to ensure its lifeboats are future-fit and able to meet changing coastal demands.
RNLI Lifeboats are equipped with a suite of advanced navigation technologies, including Raymarine electronic chart systems (ECS) based on the award-winning Raymarine Axiom chartplotters, Quantum or Cyclone Pro radar systems and YachtSense ship control systems.
The Teledyne Raymarine systems were chosen following extensive feedback from the charity’s volunteer crew members, who gave insights into what was needed from the next generation of onboard systems, and how Raymarine could provide the training and support for crew members to get the most from the updated equipment.
The partnership with Teledyne Raymarine has provided the RNLI with a digital eco-system designed to evolve and adapt to the challenging and changing demands of the volunteer lifesavers.
The integration of Teledyne FLIR Marine’s thermal imaging technology, both fixed mount and handheld, will allow crews to detect vessels and people in the water more easily, even in complete darkness or fog.
The Teledyne FLIR Marine partnership represents a major investment in the safety, capability and future resilience of the RNLI’s lifeboat fleet. The technology and innovation will make a real difference to the RNLI mission of saving lives at sea.
