Andy Parkin

VASCO Virtual Bridge Simulator Maritime education is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by advances in immersive technologies and the increasing demand for operational readiness in complex, real-world environments. Among these innovations, the Virtual Advancement System for Competent Operations (VASCO) has emerged as a powerful tool, consistently receiving strong endorsement for both its technical capability and its alignment with modern pedagogical approaches. Yet, despite...

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 programme is Kilo’s...

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) technology to deliver a...