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Maine Maritime Academy (MMA) has selected VASCO in a Box (VIAB) to bring Virtual Reality (VR) bridge training aboard its new training vessel, State of Maine, extending simulator-based learning into an operational sea environment. Top-down view of the VASCO in a Box (VIAB) showcasing neatly organised components, including a configured laptop with VASCO Planner Tool, local server, portable router for dedicated LAN, power supplies, 4 Meta Quest 3 headsets, hand controllers, and

The University of Plymouth (UK), Odesa National Maritime University (Ukraine), and Kilo Solutions Ltd have launched a joint research project focused on strengthening maritime training through immersive technology. Led by the University of Plymouth, the project, Efficacy of Virtual Reality in Maritime Training, brings together academic research and operational expertise to better understand how bridge teams perform in complex, real-world scenarios. At the centre of the program

Kilo Solutions Ltd has welcomed the recent public demonstration of the Virtual Bridge and Nautical Trainer (VIBRaNT) aboard an operational U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), marking a significant milestone in the application of portable virtual reality for naval bridge team training. As published by the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service (DVIDS), the demonstration took place onboard a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and showcased how bri

A major step forward in advancing maritime competence has been achieved. The Nautical Institute has officially recognised Kilo Solutions’ VASCO Bridge Resource Management (BRM) Refresher Programme for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) — marking a significant milestone in the evolution of professional maritime training. Redefining BRM Refresher Training The VASCO BRM Refresher Programme combines operational credibility with cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technolog

We’re thrilled to announce that VASCO, our innovative VR bridge simulation solution, has been awarded Silver in the Best Use of Simulations or Virtual Environments for Learning category at the prestigious Learning Technologies Awards! This recognition underscores our commitment to creating cutting-edge, immersive training solutions that deliver impactful learning experiences within the maritime sector. The competition was incredibly strong, with the Gold award going to Revolu

Kilo are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a contract by the US Navy’s Office of Naval Research Global TechSolutions (ONR).

We are delighted to part of a training programme announced by Trinity House, and the UK Department of Transport.