The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has engaged Schiebel to enhance emission tracking and maritime oversight in northern France through the deployment of its CAMCOPTER S-100, on behalf of the General Directorate of maritime Affairs, Fishery and Aquaculture (DGAMPA).
Currently stationed at CROSS Gris-Nez, the CAMCOPTER S-100 plays a vital role in emission tracking and maritime safety operations. Its responsibilities encompass environmental protection, fisheries monitoring, Search and Rescue (SAR) missions, and the oversight of all vessels navigating the Channel.
CROSS Gris-Nez serves as the Regional Center for Sea Surveillance and Rescue, fulfilling the functions of the Maritime rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) on the French side of the English Channel.
The S-100 is outfitted with advanced technology, including a trakka TC-300 EO/IR sensor, an Explicit Mini Sniffer for emission analysis, a Becker Avionics BD406 Emergency beacon Locator, an Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver, and a Mode-S Transponder ADSB out.
“This maritime region is among the most trafficked shipping routes globally, necessitating continuous monitoring of all sea activities,” stated Hans Georg Schiebel, Chairman of the Schiebel Group. “The S-100 has been instrumental in assisting various maritime authorities, with EMSA being one of our esteemed partners.”
