Matthew Zimmerman Takes the Helm at FarSounder
FarSounder said that Matthew Zimmerman is taking the helm as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).Former CEO, Cheryl M. Zimmerman continues her role as Chairman of the Board, as well as taking on the position of Market Development Strategist.
FarSounder, Navtor Partner
Kristian Sæstad, CBDO OEM/SDK at Navtor.“In this release, users will not only have support for NAVTOR ENC chart data included, but they will also be able to bring up Automatic Identification System (AIS) targets and Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) targets in the Chart Viewer” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, CEO, Farsounder. “Support for new NMEA message types associated with AIS and ARPA targets has been added and are easily displayed on the FarSounder stand-alone system. With this additional information, customers have a complete understanding of their surroundings on one screen.&rdquo
FarSounder Turns 20
of FarSounder’s research and development. They prioritize collaboration to produce fresh ideas on how to make the oceans safer. “This 20 year milestone is a testament to our exceptional team and their dedication to marine safety that has fueled our growth over these past 20 years,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, CEO of FarSounder.As the company looks toward the future, it continues to be a part of the solution through initiatives with partner organizations, such as the IHO and NOAA. In addition, it is always prioritizing innovation to advance its technology to better assist customers and engage
FarSounder Launches Online Training
series of 3D Forward Looking Sonars. The virtual program creates a learning environment that allows technical professionals to gain the knowledge they need on their own schedule, from anywhere in the world and at any time of day.“This training platform has long been a goal of ours,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, FarSounder CEO. “Particularly now, with the world moving virtual over the last year, it is more important than ever to have made it a reality. We are extremely proud of the results and excited to share it with the marine world.&rdquo
FarSounder Signs on NAVSEA UUV Project
. The FarSounder team will contribute their knowledge, expertise and experience in sonar and related systems to supplement GMATEK’s development efforts.“This project and others like it are imperative as the maritime world begins to enter this new territory of unmanned vessels,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, FarSounder CEO. “Our team is proud to contribute to this research and excited to do our part in keeping these vessels safe.”The compact and lightweight Argos 350 is a navigation tool for situational awareness for USV/UUVs. Being without a crew, they have an even higher
FarSounder Overlays S-57 & S-63 Charts
;s software and reap the many benefits of its innovative Forward Looking Sonar (FLS). “The operators of those ships preferring to use S-57 and S-63 charts are important to us. Our team has worked diligently, with the user in mind, to make this option a reality for them,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, CEO. The software upgrade will provide many more ships the safety of real-time 3D sonar data and the ability to create historical bathymetric maps, providing a significant amount of navigational awareness that was previously unavailable. According to FarSounder, it is
Mathewson Joins FarSounder as Sales Director
, Inc. announced that Michael Mathewson has joined the company in a newly-created position of Director of Global Sales, charged with addressing the continued growth in the international marketplace for FarSounder key technologies for commercial, defense and private luxury yachts. He will report to CEO Cheryl M. Zimmerman. A mechanical engineer by training with expertise in the marine science, technology, engineering and international marketplace, Mathewson has spent his career managing multifaceted projects and developing high-performing engineering and sales teams
FarSounder Secures Navy Contract
a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) International Fleet Support Program. "This contract award demonstrates the strategic benefits of deploying FarSounder's commercially developed 3D navigation and obstacle avoidance systems,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, CEO of FarSounder. "They are advanced, cost-effective products for not only commercial vessels, but also for global defense and border control operations.” The FarSounder-1000 3D Forward Looking Sonar system offers users safe navigation by providing realtime
FarSounder 3D Sonar for NACOS Platinum
navigation products add a new dimension of situational awareness to the NACOS Platinum Series. “After working with Wärtsilä SAM Electronics for many years on common navigation projects, we look forward to this integration opening new opportunities for both companies,” said Cheryl M. Zimmerman, FarSounder's CEO. “Their strong presence in the cruise shipping and yachting markets aligns well with our strategic focus. Likewise, our FarSounder sonars bring an added safety tool to the NACOS Platinum platform. This is particularly important in polar areas, shallow waters and
February 2024
