core applications

Unparalleled detail and continuity

Podium provides the ultimate near-real time shoreside fleet monitoring, through multi-source high-definition tracking. AIS transponders can be turned off by the master at any time, ‘spoofed’, and are prone to satellite coverage black spots.  For this reason, Podium utilises a range of additional equipment such as vessel telemetry systems, INM-C, Fleet Broadband, and StratumFive dedicated hardware devices, for unparalleled detail and continuity. 

The solution of choice

Many of the world’s largest and most notable fleets now depend upon StratumFive Ship Security Alert Systems (SSAS) hardware exclusively.  The majority of third party SSAS devices can also be seamlessly integrated with Podium.  The platform also provides a wealth of other security related features, such as comprehensive piracy incident reports and automated monitoring and notification of high risk area transits.

Weather Routing & Automated Route Optimisation

Podium users are enabled to make optimal routing decisions, both on a fully automated and/or expert advisory basis.  Now under the ownership of StratumFive, FleetWeather has provided weather routing and specialist forecasting to the commercial maritime industry for over 50 years. 

In addition to the bespoke expert advisory services of our 24/7/365 meteorological team, Podium also provides a state of the art automated, AI-based, multi-objective voyage optimisation algorithm, capable of simultaneously optimising for time, fuel, TCE and emissions.

Ship-specific forecasts with 24/7/365 expert watchkeeping

Based on the most accurate meteorological and oceanographic (METOC) data available, combined with unique proprietary algorithms, expertise from highly skilled WMO-certified marine meteorologists, oceanographers, and master mariners, Podium users can benefit from optimum routing and bespoke forecasting assistance for fleet, vessel or voyage, either on a fully automated or 24/7 expert advisory basis.  Save time and fuel, reduce emissions, optimise planning, and keep accurate ETA’s – all whilst ensuring the utmost safety of crew, vessel and cargo. 

Analyse voyage performance in relation to CP

No matter how complex the charter party agreement may be, the monitoring and voyage reporting need to be compliant.  With the cost of fuel being a significant overhead, being aware of compliance with charter party warrants is crucial during the voyage, not just afterwards. With continuous automated enroute and post voyage visibility within Podium, you can be best prepared.  Our 24/7 dedicated claims team has also helped customers raise or defend claims with the peace of mind that comes with definitive numbers and accurate data. The non-biased leaders in claims analysis, voyage reconstructions and rebuttal guidance.

Monitor past, present and future vessel performance.

Podium provides real time visibility of present performance, and predictive analysis of future performance – enabling informed decisions that can save fuel, cut emissions, and lower operational costs.  Whilst being fully compatible with sensor data from ‘wired’ ships, Podium is also able to provide detailed vessel performance monitoring without any need for sensors or additional onboard instrumentation.  Users can analyse vessel performance fleet-wide, via one platform, regardless of differences in the level of instrumentation (or availability of sensor data) for individual vessels within the fleet.

Ensure regulatory compliance

The Podium emissions module serves as a single smart solution for ensuring compliance with the latest environmental regulations.  Podium optimises recording, calculation and reporting for CII, EU and UK MRV, DCS and Sea Cargo Charter.  The insights provided also give Podium users with the ability to better manage your fleet, identify opportunities to cut emissions and increase operational efficiency.