The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) held a workshop on the use of the Smart Survey Simulator, an advanced training solution for vessel survey inspections, in cooperation with Norway-based international classification society, DNV GL.
The Smart Survey Simulator provides realistic and cost-efficient training using virtual reality (VR) technology and detailed models of actual ships. The system can detect thousands of actual deficiencies on each virtual vessel using extensive survey knowledge provided by industry leaders and share the data through a virtual platform.
Mahmoud Oweida, director of Information Technology, DMCA, said: The Smart Survey Simulator can also facilitate virtual onboard tours which can be used by first-time users of a vessel for safety-related training and familiarisation. The simulator environment will eventually be adapted to yachts, leisure crafts, and other maritime environments in Dubai.
The deployment of the Smart Survey Simulator falls under the DMCA & DNV GL Innovation Program signed by DMCA and DNV GL in late 2016 to collaboratively pursue several maritime innovation initiatives, and will help boost the UAEs economic diversification.
Amer Ali, executive director of DMCA, said: DNV GL is an important partner in our efforts to create new maritime experiences using the latest technologies such as VR, drones, and autonomous systems. The Smart Survey Simulator complements our sharp focus on innovation in training and inspection and we are highly satisfied with the knowledge and skills imparted by DNV GLs expert to ensure optimal use of the simulator by our operation and inspection teams.