Tymor Marine is to introduce a new beta version of its draft survey technology, DRFT MRKS, leveraging artificial intelligence and deep learning applied to video capture to improve how draft surveys are conducted.
The company says it is now seeking up to 50 participants to take part in a trial of the beta phase of the technology, inviting mariners, surveyors, ship owners and managers to apply to test the software in their own operating environment, with no obligation and at zero cost.
The software provides a method of reading of a vessel’s depth to measure displacement for use in cargo loading calculations, and can also be applied to monitoring tides, reservoir levels, and river depths where required.
Tymor Marine originally developed DRFT MRKS to help its in-house naval architecture services team overcome the inherent challenges of conducting draft surveys. With support from economic development agency Scottish Enterprise, Scotland’s innovation centre CENSIS and the University of Edinburgh, the company has worked to optimise the software’s deep learning capabilities to ensure it can accurately interpret draft marks even under difficult conditions.
The AI-driven system also mitigates issues such as faded or rusted markings, poor lighting, marine growth, bad weather, and wave swell. The video capture feature allows for data collection from a distance, whether by a mariner using a handheld device or a drone, to reduce safety risks.
“With this beta phase launch of DRFT MRKS we are taking another significant step towards modernising draft surveys, a process that has remained largely unchanged for centuries,” said Kevin Moran, Managing Director of Tymor Marine.
“Our goal is to eliminate human error and enhance safety, making operations more efficient and reliable. We invite vessel operators to join us in this beta trial and experience firsthand how this groundbreaking technology can transform their operations.”
