AP70 and AP80 autopilot systems launched

Norwegian marine electronics provider Navico launched its Simrad AP70 and AP80 Autopilot Systems. The IMO compliant, adaptive heading control systems provide complete heading and course control for a wide range of vessels.

Both the type-approved AP70 and AP80 feature adaptive software, dynamic positioning system interface, networking with NMEA2000 cabling, one normal mode and five special user configurable work modes, and triple support of independent rudders and multiple thrusters. The modular system is very user friendly as it is easy to install and simple to operate. The Simrad AP70 and AP80 feature support of multiple rudder and thruster configurations and are suitable for use onboard a variety of vessel types. These include work boats, fishing vessels, patrol vessels, short sea vessels, passenger ferries and super yachts, in both white sea and deep sea applications. AP70 and AP80 will be available in December 2011.