System Design
Engineering the backbone of a reliable yacht
On a yacht, technology is mission critical. Guests expect everything to work instantly, crew need systems that are intuitive, and the vessel demands reliability in an environment that punishes poor design.
Our marine system design service is where performance is won or lost. We engineer the complete technology architecture so AV, IT, lighting, monitoring, communications, security, and control operate as one stable system, with the right redundancy, clean integration, and long term serviceability.
What marine system design covers
We design technology as an end to end ecosystem, not separate products. Depending on vessel scope, system design can include:
AV and media architecture
• Centralised and distributed video
• Audio distribution and zoning
• Guest entertainment, cinema spaces, outdoor areas
• Source management and content delivery strategy
IT and network infrastructure
• Core network topology and VLAN strategy
• WiFi coverage design and roaming behaviour
• Bandwidth management and prioritisation
• Remote access, monitoring, and secure support pathways
Control and automation
• Unified control across guest and crew areas
• Touch panels, keypads, mobile control workflows
• Scene design and operational logic
• Integration into vessel workflows and crew routines
Lighting and shading integration
• Lighting control architecture and retrofit planning where required
• Scene definition, dimming strategy, and zoning
• Interface standardisation for simple operation
Security, CCTV and access
• Camera placement strategy and recording architecture
• Secure access control design
• Event-based triggers and operational states
Marine integration and vessel interfacing
• Network segmentation for critical systems
• Coordination around NMEA and vessel data interfaces where applicable
• EMI and grounding considerations, power quality, and equipment protection
Designed for harsh marine realities
Marine environments introduce challenges you simply do not get on land. We design specifically for:
• Vibration and movement
• Salt air and humidity
• Heat management in equipment spaces
• Power stability and protection
• Cable routing constraints and service access
• International support and future upgrades
The outcome is a system that remains stable and maintainable, not just impressive on day one.
The value of doing design properly
Reliability and redundancy
We design architectures that reduce single points of failure and keep critical services running.
Performance without compromise
Stable streaming, responsive control, consistent WiFi, and properly engineered AV.
Clean integration and user experience
Simple interfaces for guests and practical workflows for crew.
Future ready infrastructure
Designed to scale and adapt as the vessel evolves, refits occur, or new technology is added.
Documentation that protects the project
Clear drawings, schedules, IP plans, rack layouts, and as builts that make delivery and service easier.
Our process
Discovery and vessel review
We align on expectations, guest experience goals, crew requirements, and technical constraints.
Concept architecture
High level topology, system strategy, redundancy planning, and key equipment decisions.
Detailed engineering design
Network and IP plan, equipment schedules, cable and rack planning, interface philosophy, and integration requirements.
Build coordination support
Alignment with shipyard, captain, ETO, electricians, and other trades to avoid conflicts and rework.
Commissioning planning
Test plans, sign off pathways, and handover structure to ensure stability and repeatable outcomes.
Typical design deliverables
• System architecture diagrams and topology
• Network plan including VLAN and IP structure
• WiFi coverage and access point placement intent
• Equipment schedules and BOM guidance
• Rack layouts, power and thermal considerations
• Cable schedules and installation guidance
• Control philosophy and interface plan
• Commissioning and test plan
• As built documentation post delivery where scoped