TowPro

19/12/2022

Another superyacht tender being towed, monitored with TowPro - Advanced Tow Protection. We use date free VHF encrypted signal to send to the bridge information of the tender that cannot be seen:
Bilge water levels
Bilge pump running times
Battery voltage levels
Geofence break - Towline failure
Pitch/Yaw/Roll

Get in touch if you are towing !

08/01/2022

"There was a time when the small boat that attended to a larger boat, was called a tender..."
Chase boats have become one of the latest must have accessories for every superyacht owner. Onboard Magazine looks at the market leaders
http://www.onboardmagazine.fr/chase-boats/

07/01/2022

What are the potential Insurance benefits of an advance tow protection system?

Ask your broker about improved terms available for your yacht and program:
Extend towing to include sunset to sunrise
Extend towing up to 300 miles
Reduction in tender deductibles

06/01/2022

Could this impact your charter season?

TowPro is easy to install and is designed for low cost, secure usage on the superyacht:
No antennas
No cables to run aft
No connection to WiFi, VSAT or on-board networks

For more information and how to buy your advanced tow protection system visit: https://www.tsm-systems.com/

21/12/2021

If your tenders looked this good, you'd want to keep them protected...

The TowPro system provides two sets of information to the bridge:
1) The "Eyes in the Boat" continuous safety info
2) Bridge Alerts if safety indicators exceed thresholds

You can find out more here: https://www.tsm-systems.com/
📸 Giles Martin-Raget
Wally

13/12/2021

Why do I need TowPro when I already have a tender tracker?
Tracking your tender once it’s adrift is too late!

You really don't want to lose it in the first place; that’s what TowPro helps you to avoid. Because it constantly monitors a number of key indicators about your tow on the bridge of the yacht, it is the only product able to flag up danger signals to you instantly.

📸 Mazu Yachts

12/12/2021

The rise of the Superyacht Tender:
Take a look at this article from The Times and The Sunday Times where they explore Why your tender is now as important as your superyacht.

You may think that the design of modern superyachts starts with a “look” or profile, with a buyer demanding a certain sleekness, or – as is now more common – a

11/12/2021

❎ The Problem:
It is clearly important for insurers to ensure that their policies do not contravene IMO regulations. The use of AIS on tenders while under tow, as commonly required for basic tow protection, is specifically prohibited, and insurers that specify basic tow protection using AIS are requiring their captains to operate illegally.

✅ The Solution:
In order to comply with IMO regulations and also to broadcast AIS for safety once adrift, TowPro automatically starts broadcasting emergency AIS positions when the tow fails.

Why wait?
Once TowPro is onboard, it will monitor the full duration of the tow, day and night and be compliant with IMO regulations.

Find out more here: https://www.tsm-systems.com/towpro

10/12/2021

TowPro's low running costs.
The DataTraq radio uses the free-of-charge VDES system in normal operation, removing the cost of monthly satellite data charges.

If the tender goes adrift, DataTraq uses an emergency tracking website via Iridium, to enable authorised users to keep a close watch.

06/12/2021

Winter yard period?
TowPro Advanced Tow Protection has been designed in collaboration with installers for ease of installation, including:

🔵 No new antenna to be installed on the superyacht
🔵 Industry standard NMEA connections to the yacht and tender
🔵 No cyber risk from interconnection to yacht’s computer networks or VSAT

Feedback from installers confirms this:
‘The bridge display is nice and compact, and the touch screen makes set up and configuration straightforward and clear.’

Download the TowPro installation planning guide and manual here:
https://www.tsm-systems.com/installation
Or for further information on the unique TowPro system contact the team on [email protected]

03/12/2021

An increasing number of chase boats are being purchased by clients due to restrictions in tender garage space. These can be towed, driven separately or berthed in a convenient location.

Having a separate vessel that has everything on board gives a multitude of options to the owner - but it comes with operational issues for the captain. TowPro proactively helps reduce the risk of disruption to owners and guests due to lost or damaged towed tenders.

📸 Superyacht Tenders and Toys work with some of the biggest names in the industry - take a look at their services: https://superyachttendersandtoys.com/tenders/chase-tenders/

02/12/2021

What are the SOLAS regulations when towing a tender?

Find out the results of a year-long collaboration between insurers, captains, marine risk experts and TowPro:
https://www.tsm-systems.com/protection
📸 Pascoe International Limousine