Marine Information Display
The bridge display for hybrid vessels, with integrated mode selection and real-time propulsion data. First deployed on the hybrid tug BB POWER.
Situation
Hybrid vessels gain efficiency when they move smoothly between electric, mechanical and hybrid propulsion. The existing systems didn't give crews a fast, clear way to manage those transitions. Mode changes took effort, so vessels could end up staying in less efficient modes.
The hybrid system behind it
In Berg's parallel hybrid, the main engine and an electric motor drive the same shaft line. That allows several operating modes:
- Engine only: the main engine drives the propeller.
- Electric (PTI): the electric motor drives the shaft from gensets or batteries.
- Hybrid boost: engine and motor work together for maximum thrust.
- PTO generation: the engine drives the shaft while the motor generates power for the vessel's systems or to charge batteries.
- Battery only: silent, emission-free running in port or sensitive waters.
Choosing the right mode at the right time keeps engines in their efficient range and cuts fuel use, emissions and noise. The Marine Information Display is where the crew makes that choice.
Task
Build a modern, intuitive bridge display that lets the crew switch operating modes with minimal training, while giving a real-time overview of the propulsion and power system. It had to run on both the legacy stopgap hardware and the new Display Units still in development.
Action
- Designed an operator-centred interface with one-touch mode selection (Standby, Eco, Diesel, Mechanic, Power) and a live overview of engines, generators, motors, thrusters and fuel burn.
- Built and containerised the application for reliable deployment, optimised for the new Display Unit hardware.
- Made it hardware-agnostic, so the same application runs on the legacy stopgap units and the next-generation Display Units.
- Set up development, production and maintenance workflows with modern practices for faster iteration, easier maintenance and long-term security.
Result
- First successful deployment on BB POWER, a RAmpage 4100BB-H hybrid tug built by Uzmar for Buksér og Berging, with an integrated propulsion and electric power package from Berg Propulsion.
- Now part of Berg Propulsion's product range as the Mode Selector / Marine Information Display.
- A future-proof architecture that carries over to new Display Unit platforms as they evolve.
- Raised the team's standard for robust, scalable and maintainable maritime software.
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