Worldwide service and support
Surveys, repairs and new bridge, radio and automation systems at any port — so your vessels pass inspections, stay safe and keep their schedule.
Services
Naval & defence
We install and maintain bridge, radar and communication systems on patrol, naval and coast guard vessels — including Hensoldt and Sperry Marine.
Case study
AVATEC engineers commissioned a NACOS Marine DP1 dynamic positioning system on site, working alongside NACOS Marine specialists.
Scope
DP1 commissioning
System
NACOS Marine DP
Partner
NACOS Marine
Vessel
Newbuild
Industries
More than a service company
We support shipowners and managers for the long term, with the structure, systems and expertise to keep every vessel compliant and running.
AVATEC Group
Our engineers, spare parts and know-how move with your fleet — so your vessel gets the same AVATEC service in any port.
2016
Founded
150
People across the group
10
Class society approvals
46
Manufacturers we service
Partners
Whatever is installed on your ships, we can supply, install and service it.
Services
Annual surveys, repairs and upgrades for your bridge, radio room and engine control room — one partner, planned around your schedule.
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Selected projects
A few recent jobs. Client and vessel details are kept confidential.
General cargo ship · 2024
Supply and installation of dual NACOS Platinum X-band radar and ECDIS, VHF/DSC radios, Iridium GMDSS, wind sensor and BNWAS — plus GMDSS radio survey and magnetic compass deviation.
Newbuild yacht · 2024
Commissioning of an Anschütz steering gear control system and Standard 22 NX gyro compass at the shipyard.
Ro-Ro cargo ship · 2025
Replacement of a legacy autopilot with the Anschütz NautoPilot 5300 NX, completed during a port call.
General cargo ship · 2025
Replacement of legacy fibre-optic gyros with dual Anschütz Standard 22 NX gyro compasses.
AVATEC Group
Around 150 marine engineers and specialists working as one team — so your vessel gets the same standard of service wherever it calls. Founded in 2016, specialising in newbuilding and retrofit projects.
Who we are
We are an independent, privately owned company, founded by professionals with hands-on experience in shipbuilding, service and technical sales. That experience shapes how we support clients and how we build our teams.
Our goal is to raise the standard of maritime service: practical, reliable and focused on long-term performance. We want clients to return because they trust the people behind the work.
What we do
For shipowners, shipyards and operators we deliver:
✓ Reliable solutions✓ Transparent execution✓ Long-term support2016
Founded
150
People across the group
10
Class society approvals
46
Manufacturers we service
Our vision
We aim to set the standard for excellence and reliability in our industry, while contributing to the sustainable development of the maritime community.
Membership
CIRM
Member of the Comité International Radio-Maritime, the international association of marine electronics companies.
Our mission
→ Support clients with high-quality services and reliable products for safe operations
→ Be a modern workplace where employees can develop and apply their skills
→ Build an ecosystem for smarter, safer and more sustainable shipping
Our values
Solutions
Systems that meet the rules, keep your crew safe and cut running costs — chosen, installed and integrated for you, from the bridge to the engine room.
Discuss your projectCareers
Join a team of around 150 professionals delivering marine technology and service to vessels worldwide.
✓ Grow your skills in automation, navigation and safety systems
✓ A collaborative, international work environment
✓ Help make shipping smarter, safer and more sustainable
Why AVATEC
The work is not always the easiest, but it is satisfying, meaningful and has a real impact. You will work with everything from globally known brands to technology from industry start-ups.
Our culture is built on responsibility, honesty and transparency. We communicate openly, share and collaborate, recognise successes and celebrate excellence — and we lead by example.
How we hire
Careers
Tell us about yourself and the role you are interested in. We review and respond to every application.
Contact
Send your request to service@avatecmarine.com and we will arrange the right engineer wherever your vessel calls.
AVATEC Group
Request service
Vessel, port, ETA and the problem — we come back with an engineer and a quote.
What we can help with
service@avatecmarine.comClass approvals
AVATEC is approved for GMDSS, AIS and VDR surveys by 10 IACS class societies — so your certificates are accepted wherever your vessel is classed.
Book a surveyQuality management
Certified by Bureau Veritas · Certificate no. EE008103 · Valid until 9 December 2028
Terms & conditions
Version 1.4 · effective from 1 January 2020
GMDSS radio survey
Approved radio surveys for the Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate, carried out by AVATEC engineers and accepted by 10 class societies — usually within a single port call.
What we check
How it works
Vessel name or IMO number, port, ETA and the survey you need.
We confirm the engineer, the time on board and the price.
Our engineer tests every installation and fixes defects on the spot where possible.
You receive the survey report for class and flag records.
Before we arrive
Questions
Most surveys are completed within a few hours during a normal port call, depending on the vessel and the condition of the equipment.
Yes. Our engineers carry common spares and repair most defects on the spot, so the survey can be completed in the same visit.
Yes. Doing both in one attendance saves time and travel costs.
Yes. Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
VDR annual performance test
Annual performance testing of VDR and S-VDR systems, as required by SOLAS, by engineers approved by the manufacturer — completed with a certificate of compliance.
What we test
How it works
Vessel name or IMO number, port, ETA and the VDR make and model.
We confirm the approved engineer, the time on board and the price.
We test every source and fix faults on the spot where possible.
You receive the certificate of compliance for the vessel records.
Before we arrive
Questions
Yes. SOLAS requires an annual performance test of the VDR or S-VDR by an approved testing or servicing facility.
We repair or replace it on the spot where possible, and can arrange spare parts for most makes.
Yes. Doing both in one attendance saves time and travel costs.
Yes. Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Gyro compass service
Repair, maintenance and replacement of gyro compasses and heading systems — from a single faulty unit to a complete dual-gyro retrofit.
What we do
How it works
Vessel, port, ETA, gyro make and model and a short fault description.
We review the alarms and photos and propose a repair or a retrofit.
Our engineer repairs or installs, then checks heading output to all receivers.
You receive a service report and, after a retrofit, commissioning records.
Before we arrive
Questions
If spare parts are no longer available or failures keep returning, a retrofit usually costs less over the remaining life of the vessel. We give you both options.
In most cases, yes. We plan the work around your schedule and prepare the equipment and cabling in advance.
Yes. We service and retrofit autopilots and steering gear control systems, including Anschütz NautoPilot and NautoSteer.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Fleet service agreement
Planned surveys and tests, faster response and one point of contact for every vessel — so your technical team can focus on running the fleet.
What is included
Why a fleet agreement
Send us your fleet list and we will track every GMDSS survey, VDR performance test and EPIRB service due date — and contact you in good time before each one.
How it works
Vessel names or IMO numbers and the main bridge and radio equipment.
We review due dates and equipment and propose a plan and rates.
We agree the scope and the yearly schedule for each vessel.
We remind, plan and attend — you get one report per job.
To prepare a proposal
Questions
No. Agreements work for owners and managers with a few vessels as well as large fleets.
Yes. You choose which vessels and which services are covered.
Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
AIS annual test
The annual test of your AIS transponder required by SOLAS, carried out by AVATEC engineers with a full test report — usually combined with your radio survey in one visit.
What we test
How it works
Vessel name or IMO number, port, ETA and the AIS make and model.
We confirm the engineer, the time on board and the price.
We test the transponder, sensors and antennas and correct the configuration.
You receive the AIS annual test report for the vessel records.
Before we arrive
Questions
Yes. SOLAS requires an annual test of the AIS by an approved surveyor or an approved testing or servicing facility.
Yes, and most owners do so — one attendance saves time and travel costs.
We correct the configuration on the spot, so the vessel transmits the right identity and dimensions.
Yes. Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
ECDIS upgrade
Software updates, new installations and replacement of ageing ECDIS — planned around your schedule and with the S-100 transition in mind.
What we do
How it works
Vessel, current ECDIS make, model and software version, and your timeline.
We check the bridge layout and interfaces and propose options and price.
Our engineers install, integrate and commission during a port stay.
You receive commissioning records and documentation for class.
To prepare a proposal
Questions
No. Existing ECDIS can stay in service. From 1 January 2029 only newly installed ECDIS must meet the new S-100 standard, so it is worth considering when you replace equipment.
Often, yes. We check the hardware and the manufacturer's support status and advise whether an update or a replacement makes more sense.
It depends on the bridge and the interfaces. We prepare cabling and equipment in advance to keep the work within your port stay.
Yes. Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Radar service
Repair, maintenance and replacement of X- and S-band radars — including upgrades from magnetron radars to solid-state technology.
What we do
How it works
Vessel, port, ETA, radar make and model and a short fault description.
We review alarms and photos and propose a repair or an upgrade.
Our engineer repairs or installs and checks the radar against its sensors.
You receive a service report or commissioning records.
Before we arrive
Questions
For older magnetron radars, often yes: no magnetron replacements, lower maintenance and better detection. We compare repair and upgrade costs for you.
In many cases yes. We check compatibility with your display and the rest of the bridge first.
Yes. Through the AVATEC group and our partner network we support vessels worldwide.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Insights · Regulation
Two IACS unified requirements now set cyber resilience rules for new ships and the systems on board. Here is what they cover, who they apply to and what to do next.
Published 7 November 2026 · 5 min read
In short: UR E26 and UR E27 apply to new ships contracted for construction on or after 1 July 2024. Existing ships are not required to comply, but cyber risk must already be part of every ship's safety management system, and new bridge equipment is increasingly built to these rules.
The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) published two unified requirements on cyber resilience:
E26 is built around five functional elements:
The revised requirements apply to new ships contracted for construction on or after 1 July 2024. Whether they are mandatory depends on the vessel type and size, so check the exact scope for your ships with your class society.
E26 and E27 do not apply retroactively. However, under IMO Resolution MSC.428(98), cyber risks already have to be addressed in the safety management system of every ship covered by the ISM Code. And when you replace bridge or radio equipment, the new systems will increasingly be designed to E27 and related standards such as IEC 61162-460 for network security.
During annual surveys and service visits, our engineers can record the bridge and radio systems on board, including software versions, and flag equipment that needs updating. We install and commission systems from manufacturers such as NACOS Marine, Furuno, JRC and Anschütz, and provide the documentation class needs.
All guides · Guide: S-100 ECDIS · ECDIS upgrades · Radar service · Fleet service agreement
This article is a general summary, not legal or class advice. Always confirm the requirements for your vessels with your class society and flag state. Source: IACS press release on UR E26 and E27. Photo: Unsplash.
Tell us the vessel, port and ETA, and we will come back with a plan and a quote. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Insights · Navigation
From 2026 a new generation of ECDIS can be installed, and from 2029 it becomes the only option for new installations. Here is what changes, what does not, and how to plan your next ECDIS purchase.
Published 7 November 2026 · 6 min read
In short: existing ECDIS do not have to be replaced. From 1 January 2026, new ECDIS may follow either the current or the new IMO performance standard. From 1 January 2029, every newly installed or retrofitted ECDIS must meet the new S-100 standard.
S-100 is the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) framework for the next generation of digital nautical data. It replaces the S-57 standard used for electronic navigational charts (ENCs) since the 1990s. Instead of a single chart format, S-100 is a family of data products that are layered on the ECDIS screen.
The first phase focuses on route monitoring and situational awareness:
Together, these let the ECDIS show real-time depth, tide and current information — useful for safer passage planning in shallow and busy waters. Coverage starts with major ports and grows over time.
These labels describe what a manufacturer intends — they are not a type approval. The test standards for S-100 ECDIS have not been published yet, so no S-100 ECDIS is type-approved today. An ECDIS used as the primary means of navigation must be type-approved.
We install, update and service ECDIS from NACOS Marine, Furuno, JRC and Anschütz. We can review the ECDIS across your fleet, show which units need attention before 2029, and plan upgrades around your vessels' schedules.
All guides · ECDIS upgrades · Guide: IACS E26 and E27 cyber rules · Fleet service agreement
This article is a general summary based on publicly available information as of November 2026 and may change as standards develop. Always confirm requirements with your flag state, class society and equipment manufacturer. Sources: UKHO Admiralty – S-100 timelines explained; IMO Resolution MSC.530(106); Liberian Registry Marine Advisory 43/2025. Photos: Unsplash.
Send us your fleet list and current ECDIS models, and we will show you what needs attention before 2029. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Insights
Short, practical explanations of new maritime rules and what they mean for the equipment on your ships — written by our service team.
How interference affects ECDIS, AIS, radar and GMDSS, the warning signs, and five steps owners can take now.
Read guide →Key dates for 2026 and 2029, the new S-100 data layers, "S-100 ready" claims and how to plan ECDIS upgrades.
Read guide →Who the new cyber resilience rules apply to, what they require, and five steps owners can take now.
Read guide →Tell us the vessels and equipment on board, and we will tell you what applies and what to plan for. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Insights · Navigation safety
Satellite interference is now routine in the Baltic Sea and other hotspots. Here is how it affects the bridge, how to recognise it, and what owners and managers can do.
Published 7 November 2026 · 6 min read
In short: satellite positioning is no longer something ships can take for granted. Jamming blocks GNSS signals; spoofing replaces them with false ones. In the Baltic Sea and other hotspots, interference is now a regular part of the voyage. Most ships can navigate safely through it — if the crew recognises it quickly and the equipment that does not depend on satellites is in good order.
On most ships, one or two GNSS receivers feed almost every navigation and communication system. A false or missing position spreads across the bridge within seconds.
A spoofed receiver usually keeps showing a confident position with no alarm. The only reliable defence is to keep cross-checking GNSS against radar, visual fixes and dead reckoning.
IMO circular MSC.1/Circ.1644 asks governments to prevent interference and warn mariners about affected areas. SOLAS still requires every ship to carry a radionavigation receiver suitable for the whole voyage — and to be able to navigate without it.
For ships trading in affected waters, we supply GNSS systems built to keep working under interference:
We supply, install and commission jamming-resilient and spoofing-detecting GNSS systems, connect them to your ECDIS, radar, AIS, autopilot and VDR, and set up the alarms the watch needs. We also service the radar, gyro compass and speed log that keep a ship navigating when satellites fail.
Anti-jamming GNSS solutions · All guides · Radar service · Gyro compass service
This article is a general summary based on publicly available information as of November 2026, not legal or class advice. Sources: IMO/ICAO/ITU joint statement (Professional Mariner); Finnish Government – joint letter of 14 coastal states; GPSPATRON – shipborne measurements in the southern Baltic; Riviera – IMO reacts to GNSS interference; IRClass Technical Circular 012/2026.
Tell us the vessels, their current GNSS and where they trade, and we will recommend a solution. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Solutions · Navigation
GNSS systems that keep a trustworthy position on the bridge when satellite signals are jammed or faked — supplied, installed and integrated with your ECDIS, radar and AIS by our engineers.
Choose by threat
Teledyne FLIR
Optional anti-jam antenna for intense jamming
Teledyne FLIR
The most resilient R6 configuration
SAL Navigation
Tested in large-scale jamming trials in Andøya, Norway
Compare
| R6 NAV PRO RTK | R6 NAV PRO Compass | SAL SPU-200 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamming resilience | |||
| Spoofing detection with bridge alarm | — | Time spoofing | |
| Heading output | — | ||
| Integrated IMU | — | Compass+ | |
| Anti-jam antenna | Option | Option | CRPA option |
| Battery backup | — | — | 7.5 h + |
| Upgrade from existing R6 NAV DGNSS | Licence + antenna | — | — |
Not sure which one you need? Tell us where your ships trade and what they experience — jamming, spoofing or both — and we will recommend a configuration.
How we deliver
Send us the vessels, their current GNSS and where they trade, and we will come back with a proposal. Single ships and fleet orders welcome. Or email service@avatecmarine.com.
Legal
Last updated 7 November 2026
AVATEC Marine OÜ is the controller of the personal data described in this policy. This policy explains how we collect and use personal data when you visit www.avatecmarine.com, contact us, buy our services or apply for a job.
| Company | AVATEC Marine OÜ |
| Registry code | 14117645 |
| Address | Kadaka tee 3/2, 10621 Tallinn, Estonia |
| privacy@avatecmarine.com | |
| Phone | +372 600 2299 |
AVATEC Marine OÜ is part of the AVATEC Group. When another group company handles your request, that company may also act as a controller for its own processing. The same principles in this policy apply.
We collect only the data we need to answer you, deliver our services and run our business. Most of it comes from you directly.
| Who you are | Data we collect | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Website visitor | IP address, browser and device type, pages visited, cookie identifiers | Your browser, our website platform |
| Person sending an inquiry or service request | Name, business email, company, country, phone, message, vessel and port details you give us | Website forms, email, phone |
| Client or supplier contact | Name, job title, company, work email and phone, correspondence, order and invoicing details | You, your employer, public company registers |
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Please do not send us special categories of data (for example health data) unless we specifically ask for it, such as a medical certificate required for offshore work.
Each use of your data rests on a legal basis under Article 6 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
| Purpose | Legal basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|
| Answering inquiries and service requests, preparing quotes | Steps before a contract, Art. 6(1)(b); our legitimate interest in answering business contacts, Art. 6(1)(f) |
| Delivering services, surveys, repairs and equipment; arranging engineer travel and vessel access | Performance of a contract, Art. 6(1)(b) |
| Invoicing, accounting and tax records | Legal obligation, Art. 6(1)(c) |
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We do not sell your data and do not use it for automated decisions that have legal or similarly significant effects on you.
We share personal data only when needed for the purposes above, and only with:
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We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected for, then delete or anonymise it.
| Data | Retention |
|---|---|
| Inquiries that do not lead to a contract | 3 years from the last contact |
| Contract, service and correspondence records | Contract term plus 3 years (general limitation period) |
| Accounting documents and invoices | 7 years from the end of the financial year (Estonian Accounting Act) |
| Job applications | 6 months after the recruitment ends; up to 2 years with your consent |
| Website statistics and cookies | As stated in the cookie banner; at most 2 years |
We may keep data longer if needed to establish or defend a legal claim.
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To use these rights, email privacy@avatecmarine.com. We answer within one month and may ask you to confirm your identity.
If you think we handle your data unlawfully, you can complain to the Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate (Andmekaitse Inspektsioon), www.aki.ee, info@aki.ee, or to the supervisory authority in the EU country where you live or work.
We protect personal data with access controls, encrypted connections, up-to-date systems and confidentiality obligations for our staff and service providers.
We may update this policy when our services or the law change. The latest version is always on this page, with its date at the top.
Questions about this policy: AVATEC Marine OÜ, Kadaka tee 3/2, 10621 Tallinn, Estonia, privacy@avatecmarine.com, +372 600 2299.
Legal
Last updated 7 November 2026
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