NYK Unveils Navigation System for Icy Seas

2 March 2010 (Last Updated March 2nd, 2010 18:30)

Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and Weathernews claim to have developed the world’s first system to navigate through ice-covered seas. NYK said the system enables the observation and comprehension of sea-ice conditions. Based on Weathernews’ ice routing service, the new system can

Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and Weathernews claim to have developed the world’s first system to navigate through ice-covered seas.

NYK said the system enables the observation and comprehension of sea-ice conditions.

Based on Weathernews’ ice routing service, the new system can be monitored on NYK e-missions, an integrated operation management system.