iStow CHS
Empowering Maritime Training
iStow CHS (Cargo Handling Simulator) is a specialized version of iStow designed to support seafarer training in maritime transport. This simulator is divided into two key components: iStow CHS for Trainers and iStow CHS for Trainees (students), providing a comprehensive environment for both teaching and learning.
iStow Cargo Handling Simulator: Best Software for the Next Best Seafarer
iStow CHS enhances maritime training by allowing trainers and trainees to engage in realistic cargo handling scenarios. The platform supports hands-on learning and skill development in stowage planning, stability calculation, and vessel management.
Video Demo iStow CHS (2022). Video: Channel Pranala Digital Transmaritim
Key Features of iStow CHS for Trainers
The trainer version of iStow CHS provides instructors with robust tools for creating and managing training exercises:
Scenario Design: Trainers can set up customized scenarios, including baseline vessel settings, simulated damage conditions, and assessment criteria.
Activity Monitoring: Trainers can track and evaluate trainee activities in real-time, with detailed records of each trainee’s progress.
Activity Control: Trainers have the capability to manage and control the trainee’s environment, including the ability to introduce simultaneous tasks or multi-port scenarios.
Customizable Training Conditions: The system allows trainers to condition the types of training sessions based on the trainees’ skill level and learning objectives.
Screenshot iStow CHS (2024). Photo: Pranala Digital Transmaritim
Key Features of iStow CHS for Trainees
The trainee version of iStow CHS provides students with a user-friendly interface and essential tools to perform cargo handling operations:
Interactive Stowage Planning Interface: Trainees can develop stowage plans and perform tasks within a simulated environment.
Automatic Stability Calculations: The system automatically calculates the vessel’s stability, aiding trainees in understanding the balance and safety requirements.
Simultaneous Task Management: Trainees can work on multiple tasks simultaneously, as they would in real-life operations.
Activity Recording and Rollback: Trainees can review their past activities and roll back to previous states, allowing them to learn from errors and refine their approach.
Multi-User Functionality with iStow Server
iStow CHS is designed for multi-user access, enabling multiple trainees to work simultaneously on the same platform. This setup is ideal for large-scale training sessions where collaboration and teamwork are essential. To access iStow CHS, trainees enter the server’s IP address or domain name before logging in, ensuring seamless access to shared training resources.
Certification and Industry Standards
iStow CHS is certified by Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) and conforms to IACS Classes, ensuring that the platform meets rigorous safety and operational standards required in the maritime industry.
iStow CHS is a powerful tool that bridges classroom learning with real-world cargo handling experience, preparing the next generation of maritime professionals for the challenges of modern sea transport.