As vessel operations grows increasingly complex and the demand for sustainable, efficient maritime solutions intensifies, the need for smarter control systems becomes clear. At the center of this evolution are scalable Integrated Automation Systems (IAS), and SEAM is leading the way.
SEAM’s e-SEAMatic® is a future-ready automation platform designed to meet the growing demands of modern maritime operations, from fully electric ferries to advanced hybrid-powered vessels.
An Integrated Automation System (IAS) centralizes the monitoring and control of all key vessel functions into one unified interface. Instead of managing propulsion, energy, and auxiliary systems separately, the IAS gives crew a full overview in real time, which simplifies operations, improves safety, and enables smarter decision-making.
Scalability is key here. As vessels become more specialized or expand in function, the control system must evolve in step. SEAM’s e-SEAMatic® IAS is designed to do just that.
Built on a modular and open architecture, e-SEAMatic® IAS allows for seamless upgrades and customizations, whether for a newbuild or a retrofit. It uses commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components, which ensure long-term compatibility and reduce lifecycle costs.
Need to integrate a new propulsion module? Expand energy monitoring? Connect to hydrogen systems? With e-SEAMatic®, it’s all possible, without reengineering the whole system.
Modern automation systems must handle increasing volumes of data and control logic, but that doesn’t mean they should be difficult to use.
SEAM’s e-SEAMatic® IAS is engineered with a user-centric interface that presents even complex operations in an intuitive, streamlined format. Crew members get all essential information in one place, improving response times and operational efficiency.
System uptime is critical at sea. That’s why SEAM integrates high-reliability features into every IAS installation:
- Redundant operator stations, power supplies, and communication networks
- Failover functionality for critical processes
- Class-compliant safety configurations tailored to vessel requirements
These layers of redundancy ensure that even in the event of a fault, core systems stay online, supporting both safety and continuity of operations.
To ensure high-quality deployments, SEAM uses its proprietary e-SEAMatic® Toolbox to automate software generation and system configuration. This minimizes human error, shortens delivery times, and guarantees a consistent standard of quality across all installations.
It also makes project-specific adaptations, from logic changes to interface customization, faster and more cost-efficient.
As maritime propulsion technologies diversify, IAS must serve as a central nervous system capable of integrating everything from traditional generators to battery packs and hydrogen fuel cells.
SEAM’s automation systems are already operating onboard vessels using hybrid, electric, and hydrogen propulsion, making them uniquely positioned to handle the complexity of future maritime operations.
- Unified interface for full system control
- Modular and future-proof architecture
- Built-in safety, redundancy, and diagnostics
- Proven in hybrid, electric, and hydrogen applications
The future of maritime operations is intelligent, interconnected and evolving fast. SEAM’s e-SEAMatic® automation platform offers shipowners and operators a scalable, high-performance automation system that grows with their needs. Whether you’re building tomorrow’s ferry or retrofitting a specialized workboat, SEAM provides the control and flexibility to steer confidently into the future.
