SARS, Securewest Integrate SkyWave LRIT, Chosen as Test Providers

[Satellite Today 03-09-09] SARS Corp., a provider of technologies dedicated to the satellite-based management of fixed and mobile assets, and Securewest International, a provider of maritime security and emergency response, have agreed to integrate SkyWave’s Long Range Identification Tracking (LRIT) solution with the SARS asset tracking and management systems, the companies announced Mar. 6.
    Additionally, SARS and Securewest have been selected as joint test application service providers for certification of their respective asset tracking systems for the flag administrations of Kuwait, Mauritius, Australia, Bahamas, Gibraltar, United Kingdom, Bermuda, Norway, Turkey, St. Kitts and Nevis and Sierra Leone
    As a test provider, SARS and Securewest International are responsible for providing information to ship owners and operators, as well as flag administrations, and enabling testing to be carried out on ships to ensure LRIT compliance.