VSTEP has successfully delivered a NAUTIS Tug Trainer Simulator at T.O.S (Transport & Offshore Services) headquarters. The NAUTIS Tug Trainer is a new generation of DNV certified Tug Handling Simulators.

T.O.S. selected the NAUTIS Tug Trainer for its new ASD Training Program service. T.O.S. is an international maritime service provider with its head office in Rotterdam and a network of branch offices abroad. The NAUTIS Tug Trainer is a new line of DNV certified Tug Handling Simulators, catering to the full range of maritime training goals in compliance with the latest STCW & IMO requirements.

The NAUTIS Tug simulator range includes affordable, high quality simulators to fit any budget, from Desktop Trainers to 360° Tug Simulators according to your training and certification requirements. T.O.S. will use a portable version of the NAUTIS Tug Trainer Simulator for its mobile training purposes.

The NAUTIS Tug Simulators allow captains to experience and train the handling of tugs with different propulsion systems during tug operations. Various types of tugs are available with different kinds of propulsion systems, ranging from conventional shaft propellers to ASD and tractor tugs. The NAUTIS Tug Trainer includes an easy to use set of instructor tools to prepare and control manoeuvring exercises, multi-tug operations and fine-tune ship manoeuvring parameters.

Ronald van der Kolk, Manager Division Nautical & Technical at T.O.S. : “The NAUTIS Tug simulator provides us with a high fidelity simulator for our ASD Training Program. We have selected the portable version of the NAUTIS Tug simulator because the simulator will guarantee high quality, realistic tug handling training for our customers at any location worldwide.”

Both VSTEP and T.O.S. will be demonstrating the portable version of the NAUTIS Tug Trainer at the ITS 2012 in Barcelona from May 28th – June 1st 2012 . Visit the VSTEP stand 110 or the T.O.S. stand 129 at ITS 2012 for a firsthand demonstration.

For more information about NAUTIS Tug Simulators, visit the product site or contact info@nautissim.com
For more information about ITS 2012, visit www.tugandosv.com

Additional Information:
NAUTIS Tug Trainer Brochure: http://bit.ly/KxkWaC
NAUTIS Tug Trainer Website: http://www.nautissim.com/products/detail/product/tug_trainer
NAUTIS on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/Kt8lGt
 

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About NAUTIS
The NAUTIS range of advanced DNV certified maritime training simulators offers an affordable and effective alternative for training maritime professionals, officers and crews. With a full range of simulators, from desktop trainer to full mission bridge simulator, VSTEP has a cost-effective training solution fulfilling the training requirements of both the civilian and military maritime industry, including nautical colleges, naval academies, maritime training centres and individual ship owners in compliance with the latest STCW & IMO requirements. For more information visit www.nautissim.com

About VSTEP
VSTEP is a leading European developer of maritime simulators and virtual training software. Since its founding in 2002, VSTEP has delivered numerous simulator solutions for clients and governmental organisations worldwide. As one of the industry leaders, VSTEP continues to innovate the simulation world with professional, accurate and groundbreaking new simulation technology. A winner of multiple innovation prizes and awards, VSTEP sets the standard for virtual training and simulation and advocates more effective training through enhanced virtual reality. www.vstepsimulation.com