Boortmeerbeek, Belgium – Dockmate, the leading manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today its collaboration with XENTA control systems. XENTA, part of Quick Group, is the international leader in the development and production of integrated control systems for yachts and superyachts. With this new collaboration, shipyards working on new builds with the XENTA system can now offer Dockmate as a plug-and-play option for remote control low speed maneuvering. Boat owners with vessels that already have a XENTA system can add Dockmate with a software upgrade.
“The interest in Dockmate has been growing exponentially in recent months and we appreciate partners like XENTA for offering Dockmate’s powerful functionality to their customers,” said Dirk Illegems, president, Dockmate. “XENTA provides a proven and reliable vessel control system that is a perfect fit for Dockmate. Customers can choose between a Dockmate remote with or without a joystick, depending on their preference. We are confident that captains and crew will enjoy the peace of mind that comes from choosing XENTA and the added flexibility that Dockmate gives to their control system.”
“With over 4,500 installations of the XENTA system to date, we are the industry leader in yacht and superyacht control systems,” said Lorenzo Mongiardo, Chief Innovation Officer of Quick Group. “The added features that Dockmate offers, like SoftDocking, make it the perfect combination. Regardless of the size of vessel or the area you cruise a XENTA and Dockmate control system is the ultimate control system for your vessel. The goal is to enable those in command to interface seamlessly with their boat, fully maximizing the potential of their yacht, and ensuring a safe, enjoyable and accessible navigation experience for all.”
XENTA offers a complete product range of technologically advanced Integrated Control Systems based on a simple concept: using a joystick, the simplest and most intuitive man-machine interface, to make yacht maneuvering an easy action accessible to everyone.
XENTA developed through the years sophisticated software that enhances the intelligence and connectivity of onboard control systems, optimizing vessel maneuvers and navigation through innovative software and hardware such as helm by wire steering systems, electronic throttle controls for engine management, and much more, offering precise control and seamless integration, ensuring an exceptional yachting experience with easy installation and superior performance.
XENTA has recently become part of the Quick Group where all the brands share a strong commitment to design excellence and 100% Made in Italy production, ensuring reliability and a sustainable supply chain. XENTA, together with all the other brands, elevates the onboard experience by incorporating cutting-edge technology focusing on continuous innovation and sustainability which is a core value of the Group, embedded in every step of the process, from design to manufacturing, as an integral part of their innovation and growth strategies.
For more information on Dockmate and their wireless remote control systems, visit their website at www.dockmate.eu.
For more information on XENTA and the game changing way to feel the see, visit their website at www.xentas.com.
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About Dockmate®:
Dockmate® manufactures the latest in advanced, yet very affordable wireless remote-control technology. Highly reliable and intuitive, the Dockmate SINGLE, TWIN, TWIST and VECTOR allow every skipper to dock a boat singlehanded, offering the ability to leave the helm and get a closer look at the surroundings in marinas and other tight quarters, while still in complete control of the boat’s movement.
About XENTA:
The most beautiful stories always arise from a challenge. Xenta story begins in 2004 as a startup based on a simple yet revolutionary concept: using a joystick, the simplest and most intuitive man-machine interface, to make yacht maneuvering an easy action accessible to everyone. Today Xenta is part of Quick Group and every day pursue the goal of firmly establishing the concept of integrated control systems, making every journey smoother and more enjoyable.