Tugboat Captains Love Morild Ship & Bridge

Experienced tugboat captains in Germany—and around the world—praise the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator for realistic, high‑fidelity tug maneuvering training.

Combining physical azimuth control levers with immersive VR creates an optimal training environment: deep immersion plus the tactile feedback operators rely on when operating real vessels.

Several major tugboat operators worldwide have incorporated our simulator into their training programs.

The system supports both Azimuth Stern Drive (ASD) and Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) tug configurations.

Our system also enables connected, multi‑participant training sessions so clients can work together in the same simulated environment—even when operating from different locations. Through secure internet connectivity, teams don’t need to travel to a central training center; they can join from their own bases. Many of our pilot‑organization clients now conduct joint simulation exercises with their respective tugboat operator companies this way—strengthening communication, coordination, and overall port safety.

CMA CGM Germany

Today CMAShips Germany GmbH visited the Kiel Pilots for VR Simulation training using our Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system.

Earlier this year Kiel Pilots ordered the simulator ship model for „CMA CGM Mermaid“ from us, and CMAShips Germany GmbH provided the technical specifications, so the simulator model could be tuned as close as possible according to sea trial data.

And today an experienced captain from CMA CGM was able to test the ship model. The feedback was that the model is accurate and very realistic, and that our simulator system is far superior to any conventional simulator systems available.

The detail of this ship model is next level. The bridge has been modeled after the actual vessel, to offer full immersion and maximum realism in the scenarios.

Together with our clients we are pushing the evolution of maritime training to the next level.

Photos courtesy of Remko Fehr from Kiel Pilots.

Welcome Aboard, Hamburg Pilot Association

We are proud to welcome the Hamburg Pilot Association as the latest partner to adopt the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system. This marks the third major pilot organization in Germany to integrate Morild into their training regime.

Over the past year, the Hamburg pilots have been getting to know the simulator system, and they are now moving forward with assembling hardware for their new in-house simulator center.

As part of the collaboration, Morild Interaktiv has produced a high-detail geo-database based on official German datasets, covering all shorelines and inland canals throughout the country. The geo-database has been generated with our proprietary automated system, delivering the highest accuracy and visual quality available on the market. Advanced current and tidal modeling from offline datasets is also supported in the simulator system.

The Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system is approved by German authorities for maritime pilot training.

We look forward to continuing this exciting partnership — and to pushing maritime training to the next level.

Best BRM Training Yet? Norwegian Coastal Administration Thinks So

The Norwegian Coastal Administration’s pilot division recently completed Bridge Resource Management (BRM) training using the Morild Ship & Bridge VR simulator system with outstanding results.

State Pilot Inge Fagerheim described it as “the best cooperative training he has experienced in his entire maritime career”.

We’re proud to see our simulator system enabling such high-impact training for critical maritime operations.

Read the full article from the Norwegian Coastal Administration here (Norwegian only).

Fast Rescue Boat showcase

The above video showcases the fast rescue boat "RS 158 Idar Ulstein". All footage is captured in real time from inside our simulator system - this is what our users see inside VR when executing training scenarios. You will also get a glimpse of our proprietary automated geo-database generation system, which we have utilized to generate a digital model of Germany and Norway for use in the simulator system. The system has the capacity to generate any geo-location in the world.

Find out more about the features and functionality of the Morild Ship & Bridge Simulator System by clicking here. You can also contact us to find out more.

Pilotage Resource Management

In the Kiel Canal, Germany the large vessels are getting the service of pilot advice as well as a canal helmsman, from Association of the Kanalsteurer e.V. Kiel Holtenau.

This cooperation is an essential element of the excellent safety record. The Kiel Canal Transit has several challenges due to the confined waters and the increasing ship dimensions. This exceeds the experience of most of the ships crew, which is why the canal helmsmen play an instrumental role.

This week the Kiel Pilots had their first training together with the Canal Helmsmen on the Morild Interaktiv shiphandling simulator system. The scenarios were designed to train various competencies like:

• Meeting ships between the sidings and in reduced visibility.

• Lock manoeuvres on large vessels and challenging wind directions.

• Stopping and overtaking manoeuvres in the canal sidings.

With the hydrodynamics and visual database providing a next-level training environment. The feedback from the experienced Canal Helmsmen and experienced pilot colleagues were very positive.

The simulator system’s innovative design enables users to collaborate in the same scenario from multiple locations - enhancing accessibility, increasing training capacity, and lowering costs. We are excited to see our system empowering our clients even further.

Welcome Aboard

Welcome Boluda Towage Europe to the Morild Ship & Bridge Simulator System!

We are excited to welcome Boluda Towage Europe as a new client of the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system. This collaboration marks an important step in our mission to provide cutting-edge simulator training solutions that enhance competence, improve safety, and reduce operational risks in the maritime industry.

About Boluda Towage Europe:

• A leading provider of tailored towage services in major ports across Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

• Part of the Boluda Towage division, a global leader in maritime services with a presence in over 100 ports worldwide.

• Operates a fleet of approximately 400 vessels across 18 countries and four continents: Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

By adopting the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system, Boluda Towage Europe will have access to advanced training tools designed to replicate real-world scenarios. This will enable their crews to sharpen their skills, improve decision-making, and operate with greater confidence in complex and challenging environments.

We look forward to supporting Boluda Towage Europe in achieving their training goals and contributing to their continued success in delivering exceptional maritime services.

Split-screen video comparing Morild simulator system (left side) to real world operation (right side). Video courtesy Boluda

Another success story

We are thrilled to see how Crowley Maritime is utilizing the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system to elevate their training and operational capabilities!

Recently, Crowley conducted pre-employment navigation assessments for tug captain candidates using our simulator system. One applicant demonstrated exceptional skill and adaptability, impressing the team at Crowley Maritime with their proficiency and confidence in handling the complex challenges presented during the exercise.

This outstanding performance not only highlighted the candidate's expertise but also underscored the tremendous value of the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system in evaluating and refining operational skills.

At Crowley Maritime, their unwavering commitment to their core values drives every decision. This successful application of advanced simulation technology exemplifies their dedication to innovation and progress across all areas of their work.

About Crowley

• Crowley was founded in 1892 in USA

• The company has more than 6,300 employees worldwide with annual revenues of more than USD $2.5 billion.

• Crowley owns, operates and/or manages a fleet of more than 200 vessels, consisting of RO/RO (roll-on-roll-off) vessels, LO/LO (lift-on-lift-off) vessels, articulated tug-barges (ATBs), LNG-powered container/roll-on, roll-off ships (ConRos) and multipurpose tugboats and barges. Land-based facilities and equipment include port terminals, warehouses, tank farms, gas stations, office buildings, trucks, trailers, containers, chassis, cranes and other specialized vehicles.

Norwegian Coastal Administration Pilot trainees

In late August, cadets at the Norwegian Coastal Administration (Kystverket) practiced docking both in the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system and in real life. Scan-Shipping Bergen AS provided the ship (“TINTO”). The image from NAIS shows TINTO's sailing pattern over 24 hours.

This is another successful course conducted by the Norwegian Coastal Administration using the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system, demonstrating that training in the simulator and applying those skills in real-world conditions is an excellent formula for effective learning.

Approval for Pilot training in Germany

Video above is produced by Remko Fehr at Kiel Pilots

After a thorough review process, the German Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration (GDWS), under the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, has officially approved the Morild Ship & Bridge simulator system for pilot training, in accordance with the German Pilot Training Decree (SeeLAuFV).

In Germany, simulator systems must be approved by the GDWS to be used formally for pilot training.

The approval process evaluated everything from the hydrodynamic models and features of the simulator system to the competencies of instructors, training methods, and the simulator facilities. The Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute (BAW) carried out rigorous testing and verification of the ship models and hydrodynamic effects.

Special thanks to Remko Fehr and Marko Purwin at Lotsenbrüderschaft NOK II (Kiel / Lübeck / Flensburg) for their efforts in executing this process.