FAQ

Anchor Intelligence - FAQ

Everything you need to know about AnchorGuardian’s technology, installation, and operational performance.

Technical Specifications

What does the AnchorGuardian solution consist of?

The complete go-to-market AnchorGuardian solution consists of three modules:

Anchor module: The heart of our innovation is driven by our proprietary algorithm and sensor fusion technology.
Boat module: A sophisticated transducer integrated into the ship's hull. It tells the captain on his GPS plotter or ECDIS or a tablet (which we can provide) what the anchor is doing at any point in time.
Charging module: An autonomous charging unit doing its job when the anchor module is stored.

Can I use AnchorGuardian for two anchors?

Yes. For yachts working with two anchors, we offer an additional anchor module which integrates seamlessly into the existing AnchorGuardian system on board.

Does it matter what anchor or chain I use?

No. AnchorGuardian can be used with any anchor or anchor chain type installed on a vessel.

Operation & Use

How do the anchor module and the boat module communicate with one another?

Both modules have sophisticated transducers integrated into their housing which communicate underwater via ultrasound with each other.

I am an experienced sailor. Why do I need AnchorGuardian?

Our state-of-the-art AnchorGuardian solution moves your anchoring from reactive to proactive. It provides the experienced captain with more intelligence than what is available today. Force at anchor, how much chain is lying on the seabed, how good the anchor hold is, if the anchor is moving — how it's moving or how fast it's moving, and more — all enabling the captain to make informed and safe decisions based on factual, real-time data.

AnchorGuardian does not manage the anchoring procedure, nor does it replace a captain or crew member. It also does not require you to change how you anchor.

What it does do is provide on-going intelligence about what is happening with the anchor in real time. This is intelligence not yet available today. It is essentially the eyes and ears of the captain down at the anchor.

Is it difficult to use AnchorGuardian?

Our intuitive and sophisticated AnchorGuardian system does not require any special preparation. The anchor is deployed as usual. The information flow starts automatically when you begin the lowering process and ends automatically when the anchor is stowed.

Safety & Regulations

How does AnchorGuardian protect the environment?

AnchorGuardian alerts the captain and crew before any anchor movement or damage takes place. A dragging anchor creates environmental havoc — it rips up the seabed in minutes and destroys the delicate ecosystem which took years to grow. This is our contribution to preserving and protecting the ocean and all that live in it.

Is AnchorGuardian class certified?

As AnchorGuardian is inserted between anchor and chain, if a yacht is certified, then our solution needs equally to be certified. For this purpose, and to ensure safety, we are working to receive all major class certifications.

General Information

Can any size superyacht use AnchorGuardian?

Any size of vessel that requires an anchor can and should use the AnchorGuardian solution. Together we bring more safety to anchoring for sailor, ship and sea.

Can AnchorGuardian be installed on an existing vessel?

Yes. AnchorGuardian can be installed on existing and new build vessels.

Can I receive all my anchoring information when I am in my cabin at night?

An additional AnchorGuardian app can be installed on any regular Android or Apple phone or tablet, making you independent yet remaining safe wherever your boat's Wi-Fi is accessible.

Do I need to anchor differently with AnchorGuardian?

AnchorGuardian does not change how you anchor. Nor do you have to do anything differently than what you have done up to now. What it does provide is a wealth of intelligence in real time about what is happening with the anchor. It provides a level of safety and peace of mind not yet available on the market today.