The vdr is a black box for ships that holds vital safety information. The device is used to monitor the performance of a ship, track incidents and accidents, as well as train personnel. VDRs also allow fleet managers to examine trends in the performance of a ship or across a fleet, to identify areas of improvement. Airlines have been using Flight Data Recorders (FDRs) for many years and their analysis has helped to reduce the number of accidents in that sector.

The fundamental structure of a ship’s vdr system is usually two-part; an acquisition unit for data that gathers information from sensors and bridge equipment and an external storage medium which is fixed or floating. Consilium is the manufacturer of a Type Approved Simplified VDR (S-VDR) it claims the devices have a minimum of moving parts and can be fitted to a variety of vessel sizes with minimum disruption. The S-VDR comes with a fixed memory capsule that keeps track of the 12 hours required by law. It can be further enhanced with a removable option that can provide up to 96 additional hours of data.

When choosing a vdr system article look for one that supports multiple device types, including tablets and mobile phones. It should provide a consistent user experience that is easy to use across all devices. A reputable provider should provide 24/7/365 access and training materials and customer support. Find a security feature that has advanced encryption and virus scanning. You should be in a position to determine whether the company is in compliance with third-party standards for the security of uploaded files.