Rotterdam, The Netherlands, 11 October 2017 – JRC and Alphatron Marine are pleased to introduce a brand new and simplistic designed AlphaBridge solution, targeted at medium and small type vessels. The design approach enables optimized viewing in the wheelhouse and full control from a sitting position.

Asia is traditionally building mainly larger vessels and the operation of the entire bridge from a sitting position has not been the norm. Alphatron Marine is specialized in providing flexible bridge solutions to medium-small vessels, such as coastguard, patrol vessels, tugboats, workboats, fishing, smaller cargo as well as windfarm support vessels.

The AlphaBridge features a central command chair facing three 26-inch navigational displays in the front consoles. The bridge is fitted with JRC’s latest black box JMR-5400 marine radar and a new conning system. Within arm’s reach, the operator can control the main displays and various equipment integrated in the bridge, including autopilot, VHF and a propulsion system.

Flexibility and ergonomic control are one of the leading principles in the AlphaBridge system. Regardless of size and type of vessel, customized and specific operation allows full control from a single workplace, without compromising the high ergonomic standard. The design follows regulations and enables intuitive, comfortable operation which ultimately enhances the safety of your vessel.