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NS United Naiko Kaiun to install JMU autonomous navigation system on Kimitetsu Maru

PUBT·08/24/2026 00:52:45
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NS United Naiko Kaiun to install JMU autonomous navigation system on Kimitetsu Maru
  • NS United Kaiun subsidiary NS United Naiko Kaiun will install Japan Marine United’s JAVC-C autonomous navigation system on limestone carrier Kimitetsu Maru.
  • Installation targeted for around December 2026.
  • System designed for coastal vessels, enabling supervised autonomous operation by a single crew member.
  • Project aims to improve safety, cut seafarer workload, test route-planning efficiency gains under a selected FY2026 government-backed demonstration.
  • JAVC-C has ClassNK guidelines compliance confirmation, securing Approval in Principle.


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