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ORCAUBOAT Secures World's First CCS Type Approval for Advanced Autonomous Navigation System

December 3, 2025 | AEF | Portfolio
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We are delighted to announce that ORCAUBOAT's ORCA-APAS (Advanced Pilot Assistance System) has received Type Approval from the 主題標籤ChinaClassificationSociety (CCS)—marking the world's first such certification for an advanced autonomous navigation system in China.

As a leading global classification society and a full member of the 主題標籤InternationalAssociationofClassificationSocieties (IACS), CCS is responsible for setting internationally recognized standards for safety, reliability, and technical compliance in the maritime industry. This certification validates that ORCA-APAS meets the stringent criteria for unmanned operations across a diverse range of marine environments, including commercial shipping, recreational boating, and offshore applications.

ORCA-APAS integrates proprietary technologies in perception, decision-making, and control, enabling reliable autonomous navigation, intelligent obstacle avoidance, and automated docking and undocking. Designed to enhance operational safety and efficiency, the system empowers vessels to navigate complex and dynamic maritime environments with confidence.

This achievement underscores ORCAUBOAT's leadership in smart vessel technology and represents a significant advancement in the global adoption of autonomous maritime systems. We remain committed to pioneering innovation in intelligent shipping, delivering scalable and certified solutions to the industry worldwide.