HISTORY
With over 30 years of continuous innovation, the Pharos GMDSS Simulator is a trusted training solution used by maritime academies around the world.. First introduced in 1992 as one of the world’s earliest computer based GMDSS simulators, Pharos has been refined over decades to meet the evolving needs of maritime safety training.
In 2025, Pharos received a renewed DNV certification according to the ST-0033 Class A Standard for Maritime Simulators, confirming its compliance with the latest international requirements and quality standards.
GOC/ROC
Pharos is designed with full flexibility to support both GOC and ROC training programs. With just a few clicks, instructors can configure the simulator to match the course standards and associated equipment. This makes the system highly efficient for training centers offering both levels of certification.
IMO MODEL COURSES
Pharos is designed with full flexibility to support both GOC and ROC training programs. With just a few clicks, instructors can configure the simulator to match the course standards and associated equipment. This makes the system highly efficient for training centers offering both levels of certification.
REALISTIC HARDWARE
For maximum realism, Pharos offers integrated hardware solutions available either as standalone components or as a complete ship-like console. The system supports original equipment such as the Sailor VHF 6222, MF/HF 6300 and 6103 Alarm Panel, fully integrated with the simulator software and controlled by the student. This provides trainees with hands-on experience that closely replicate sreal-world operations.
INSTRUCTOR FEATURES
The instructor station is designed to be flexible, allowing for advanced control, supervision and debriefing:
- Multiple sessions/parallel exercises
- Malfunction control
- Assignment of multiple VHF’s
- Student intercom system
- Ship station simulation (Traffic Ship)
- Advanced exercise logging
- RCC simulation
- Voice debriefing module
- Ship database
- Coast radio database
- Easy chart overview