MAIN THREATS

Vessel Strikes

Vessel strikes pose a significant threat to the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale, as well as putting smaller vessels and passengers at risk.

• Causes fatalities and injuries to whales
• Damages boats and risks passenger safety
• Core habitat within busy East Coast waters

Entanglement

The prime fishing areas of the North Atlantic cause these vulnerable giants to become entangled in the dense networks of fishing gear

POTENTIAL SOLUTION

NOAA Speed Rule

 Current NOAA speed rules reduce the severity and frequency of collisions by requiring a 10 knot speed limit for vessels over 65 feet in NARW habitats. 

• SEASONAL - Mandatory speed restrictions in migration and congregation areas
• DYNAMIC - Voluntary speed reduction in areas of NARW congregation

AIS 

Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) can remotely and automatically warn vessels to slow down in protected areas or when a whale is detected in their vicinity.

TRIAL EVALUATION

Stellwagen Test 

During March and April of 2024 a pilot project was conducted on  Cape Cod Bay to send targeted messages to vessels out of compliance with the speed rules.

AIS

Capabilities

MotionInfo's Automated Identification System (AIS) network offers a comprehensive data solution for facilities management across various domains, including land, sea, and air.

MotionInfo provides real-time and historic tracking and data insights that are essential for the efficient operation across industries:

• Aeronautical
• Maritime
• Utilities and Telecomm
• Governmental 
• Environmental and NGOs

MOTIONINFO

Coverage

Leveraging comprehensive coverage of the Northeastern Hemisphere, the system enables our clients to monitor and manage the movement of vessels, aircraft, and land vehicles.

Applications

The real-time and historic data from MotionInfo' AIS network ensures seamless coordination, regulatory monitoring and compliance, enhanced safety, billable activities, and optimized resource allocation across all demographics effected by the movement of transport vehicles.

COMMUNICATION

Marine Notifications

AIS enhances maritime safety by providing real-time data on vessel identity, position, speed, and navigational status. This information is automatically shared with shore stations, other vessels, and aircraft. 

• AIS Safety-Related Messages: Transmit urgent safety and navigational information directly to vessels and authorities.

• AIS Virtual Markers: Electronically indicate hazards or important locations on navigational systems.

• AIS Geographic Notices: Provide real-time updates on specific navigational rules or restrictions for defined areas.

EQUIPMENT

Send & Receive

MotionInfo is upgrading and expanding it's network of Send/Receive stations to facilitate communication with vessels within their transmission radius.

Green circles are existing locations while red circles are proposed and underdevelopment stations

DEPLOYMENT

Location

MotionInfo evaluates the potential of every location to ensure maximum coverage with minimal interference and simplicity of installation and maintenance. 

Hosting

MotionInfo partners with many facilities and organizations who provide optimal placement of equipment while ensuring reliable power and connectivity.  Special consideration and access is provided to our partners--click here if you would like to be considered as a host.

Quality Assurance

During deployment and throughout its life-cycle, extensive testing and monitoring takes place remotely on each station.

DATA

Real-time

Our system collects and delivers real-time data on every vessel within its network range, including details such as position, speed, and navigational status facilitating instant and automatic notifications to vessels.

Historic

Historic AIS data provides essential insights for safety, efficiency, and legal processes.

• Regulatory Compliance

• Incident Reconstruction

• Liability Assessment
• Fleet & Area Analysis
• Weather Correlation