Mythos AI has completed the first operational deployment of its Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS) aboard the CB Pacific, a chemical tanker managed by CB Tankers, part of the Lomar group of companies.
APAS is described as a ‘radar-first’ perception system designed to integrate with existing ship radars to process navigational data and deliver prioritised alerts to the bridge team. Mythos AI says the system aims to reduce distractions, improve situational awareness, and support compliance with COLREGs in real-time navigation.
“This is one of several active commercial projects for Mythos AI and marks the first operational deployment of our APAS on a tanker,” said Geoff Douglass, CEO of Mythos AI.
“Our goal isn’t to replace the crew. It’s to equip them with next-generation capabilities. By integrating our proprietary radar perception, machine vision, and intelligent alerting with the vessel’s dynamics, APAS transforms complex situations into clear, actionable decisions, enhancing both safety and operational resilience.
“Partnering with lomarlabs and CB Tankers enables APAS to capture and retain the expertise of master mariners and the navigational norms of ports worldwide, accelerating the system’s maturity. Together, we are validating performance at scale and laying the groundwork for broader fleet-wide adoption.”
The deployment is part of a year-long trial programme. Over the next 12 months, the system will be tested in operational conditions to validate performance in areas such as collision prediction and safe navigation. The CB Pacific, equipped with a Furuno radar system, will serve as a testbed for the technology.
The project is being carried out in cooperation with lomarlabs, the venture arm launched by Lomar Shipping in 2022 to support technology start-ups. Mythos AI is among its portfolio firms, having received both investment and operational backing to advance development of its navigation technology.
