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Voice recognition version of Havenstar B


uilding on its long heritage in marina management innovation, Havenstar has taken its solution to the


next level with the introduction of speech recognition and voice assistant technology, making it the first global product to offer voice capability. The company announced its voice recognition prototype at METSTRADE, with the commercial offering available in 2020. Havenstar marina management


software (MMS) already offers mobile capabilities with its customer web portal and app solutions. The addition of artificial intelligence (AI) voice recognition further extends its flexibility, enabling routine actions to be completed on the move without delay. Kevin Morgan, Managing Director


of Havenstar, has stated that this latest development is leading the way in marina management software; the exciting introduction of voice recognition gives marina professionals the best mobile and on-demand functionality available today. It confirms Havenstar’s


commitment to develop a solution that not only offers the deepest, widest scope, but also allows it to adopt future technologies as they emerge. With the addition of voice


recognition, Havenstar MMS will further improve the user experience marina managers are able to offer to their customers. It will enhance marina staff’s ability to check availability, report damage and


enable live updates, away from their desk and in all weather conditions. The technology, which effortlessly handles different accents, is fully accessible to people with any level of computer literacy or limited physical dexterity. It extends the use of technology that is already familiar to users in everyday life and applies it to their professional activities to improve accuracy and save time.


If a marina team is already using iphones or ipads, Havenstar voice recognition requires no additional hardware to be bought as it works on any iOS device. Future developments are envisaged, including the release of an Alexa skill, an android version and off-line functionality. Havenstar pbrown@havenstar.com www.havenstar.com


A fixed power and water supply unit called ‘SIMPLY’ has been added to the Classic Line series of distribution posts and bollards manufactured by New VMR Srl of Italy. There are two versions: single-sided (Model A) and double- sided (Model B), both of which can supply power from 220-400 V at a maximum of 125 amps, as well as water, at marinas, small harbours and waterfront locations. These models are also suitable for installation in areas set aside for charging electric vehicles. Standard units are made of AISI304 stainless steel, but this material can be upgraded to AISI316L when ‘SIMPLY’ is employed in a salt water atmosphere. The units can be customised with


different colours and finishes, and it is possible to furnish them with


Power and water unit Update for Rolec’s BerthMaster system


The BerthMaster system, one of the marina industry’s most popular utility control systems, is now available as a GPRS solution. This will enable it to be used for locations without a central office such as sites operated by port authorities. Standard features of BerthMaster include: ● Individual electric and water meter readings sent directly to the berth-holder’s online account.


outdoor lighting systems. New VMR Srl info@torretteascomparsa.it www.vmrsrl.com


● Ability to switch on/off electrical sockets and water taps from the system interface and the berth-holder’s online account.


● Facility to manage user credit levels, access to services and


transaction history.


● Allows berth-holders access to their online account via any web-enabled device, where they can make payments, control services and obtain transaction history.


● An interactive dashboard provides a view of the site layout, berths occupied and available, and berth service status.


● Visibility of a site’s overall electric and water consumption. Optional features include


keypads or RFID cards for customers and a continuous remote system support package. Rolec Services Ltd rolec@rolecserv.co.uk www.rolecserv.com


DECEMBER 2019 • MARINA INDUSTRY • EURO-REPORT


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