K-Sim Navigation
Next‑generation ship’s bridge simulator for navigation and ship handling training
Students train in a realistic environment
The simulator provides students with highly realistic training using vessels, objects, and equipment that behave and interact as in real life thanks to an advanced physics engine and state-of-the-art hydrodynamic modelling. The sophisticated new visual system brings vessels and objects, including geographical exercise areas and all possible weather conditions, to life.
With K-Sim Navigation, instructors and students use the latest in advanced and integrated ship’s bridge simulation, giving them more realistic training scenarios and enhanced benefits. Specifically developed for the maritime education and training industry, K-Sim Navigation is certified by DNV and exceeds the existing STCW requirements.
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Maximizing performance
K-Sim Navigation simulators provide training for most types of offshore vessels and configurations. The simulator system integrates with an advanced physics engine, in addition to hydrodynamic modelling. This allows vessels, objects and equipment to behave and interact realistically. which is extremely important for making competence training adaptable to real-life operations.
In a simulator, students and crew and are able to:
- Learn and practice daily procedures
- Develop attitudes & best practice
- Enhance team skills & understanding
- Gain vital skills crucial for handling emergencies
- Test scenarios prior to a mission
Choose between desktop and full mission simulators
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Full mission - Class A
The full mission system is compliant with DNV’s Class A certification. It includes a ship’s bridge environment fully equipped with navigation steering gear and instruments like ECDIS and Radar, and communication equipment, and a visual system with up to 360 degrees filed of view. -
Part task - Class B
The part task system is compliant with DNV’s Class B certification and includes a ship’s bridge environment equipped with navigation steering gear and instruments like ECDIS and Radar, and communication equipment. The system also includes a visual system of 120 to 240 degrees field of view. -
Desktop - Class C
The desktop solution fulfills DNV’s Class C requirements and is ideal for basic training in a class room set up. The system typically includes 1-25 student stations and 1-2 instructor stations to create and manage the simulation exercise. -
Cloud-Based - Class D
K-Sim Navigation can be delivered as a cloud-based training solution for e.g. ECDIS and route planning through the K-Sim Connect portal. This is an add on online/eLearning solution compliant with DNV’s Class D certification. It enables students to carry out simulation training anytime and anywhere.
Configuration flexibility enables optimised learning experience
Juan Ignacio Alcaide Jiménez Director Central Service for Nautical Resources and Infrastructures University of CádizK-Sim Navigation is installed and fully operational at the University of Cádiz. The advanced simulation system has been an integral part of our maritime training programs, providing a realistic and highly effective learning environment for both students & professionals. Its implementation has significantly contributed to enhancing the quality and scope of our educational offerings in the maritime sector. Based on our experience, we confidently recommend Kongsberg Maritime's K-Sim simulation solution as a robust and effective tool to meet a wide range of maritime training and education needs.
Key features
- Real‑time simulation for STCW‑compliant training, and advanced operations
- Scalable solutions: desktop, part‑task, full‑mission and cloud-based
- High‑fidelity vessel models, hydrodynamics and environmental interaction
- Integrated communication systems (VHF, MF/HF, DSC, etc)
- Radar/ARPA and ECDIS training aligned with IMO Model Courses
- Instructor system with advanced scenario control and debriefing functionality
- Seamless integration with K‑Pos DP, K‑Sim Engine, Offshore, Cargo and Crane simulators for cross‑departmental team training
Key advantages
- Builds core navigational and ship handling competence
- Supports everything from basic to complex mission training, emergency response and crisis management
- Enhances crew performance through realistic scenario exposure
- Enables efficient R&D, feasibility assessments and concept testing
- Future‑proof, modular design with upgrade paths and life‑cycle support
- Cloud‑enabled remote training with K‑Sim Connect
K-Sim class A, B and C models are certified by DNV and meet STCW's training requirements
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