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Austrian IT genius brings smart ferries to Rügen!
An IT expert from Austria is revolutionizing the boat traffic of the White Fleet on Rügen with smart technology.
Austrian IT genius brings smart ferries to Rügen!
Shipping has changed significantly in recent years and new technologies are becoming increasingly important. An outstanding example of this progress is Hartmann Schleifer, a 42-year-old IT expert from Austria who was born in Klagenfurt. With his innovative company NautiTronix, which is based in the princely pedagogy of Putbus, he has initiated a remarkable development in the area of boat traffic without a helmsman on Rügen. The implementation of these smart technologies inspires both experts from business and politics.
Schleifer's new development, a solar-powered ferry called "Sünje", was presented at the end of last year and caused a stir. Managing director Knut Schäfer from the White Fleet described the project as innovative. The ferry will run on “autopilot” between Sellin and Baabe, which would increase efficiency and significantly reduce operating costs. Although the exact savings cannot yet be quantified, the technology promises significant advances in shipping and economics.
Technological revolution in shipping
Digitalization also has an impact on entire nautical processes, as Munich Re explains. Technologies like GPS navigation and real-time weather data are changing how goods are transported. Sensors and telematics systems are now indispensable and offer advantages in terms of efficiency and safety. These technical achievements confirm the need to innovate in this industry; Schleifer and his partners made sure of this with an award-winning idea, the district's pioneering award. This prize money of 3,000 euros shows how highly their commitment is valued.
In addition to the development of autonomous ships, NautiTronix has established a system for permanent monitoring of technical data on ships. This system, which serves as an early warning system, can prevent damage to engines and units. 20 ships in the White Fleet already use this technology and benefit from optimized maintenance.
Wide range of applications
Hartmann Schleifer's expertise is not limited to the maritime sector. He also advises companies from other sectors such as tourism, healthcare, agriculture, wood and forestry. An example of his work is the digital platform “Smartforester”, which enables efficient management of forests and the timber trade. Such innovative ideas have long been in demand today, where companies have to constantly develop in order to remain competitive.
As the NautiTronix website reports, the use of digital technologies will also play a central role in the transport sector. With increasing connectivity and the use of big data, shipping and logistics can find new ways of efficiency, safety and energy savings. In the near future, the unmanned operation of ships will no longer be seen as a mere vision, but as a tangible reality.
Given all of these developments, it is clear that Hartmann Schleifer and his team are at the forefront when it comes to shaping the shipping of the future. The combination of innovative technologies and sustainable concepts makes the company a pioneer in the digital transformation of the industry.