Central Research Institute

What Central Research Institute does

JSC TsNII Kurs (Central Research Institute Kurs) is a Moscow-based, privately held scientific research institute founded in 1979 that operates as the leading research organization in the Russian shipbuilding industry for system design of ship radio electronic equipment. The company develops, manufactures, and integrates ship radio navigation systems, galley cooking and refrigeration equipment, and information control and integrated management systems for naval and commercial vessels, with its headquarters and R&D facility located at ul. Kirpichnaya, 34A, Moscow. Its products are certified by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping and naval research institutes.

The company's core product portfolio spans six categories: (1) radio navigation equipment including NAVTEX receivers, simplified voyage data recorders (S-VDR), ship security alert systems (SSAS) with Iridium satellite communication, bridge watchkeeping assistant systems, and fiber-optic gyroscope-based universal turn rate indicators; (2) emergency rescue equipment including AIS man-overboard devices; (3) galley cooking equipment including steam-convection ovens, electric kettles, stoves, and dishwashers; (4) serving line systems for ship dining facilities; (5) refrigeration equipment including medium- and low-temperature cabinets, chambers, quick-freezing apparatus, and modular refrigeration units; and (6) training simulators for ROV operators using authentic control panels. The company holds granted patents for dual-use cryogenic refrigeration technologies including low-temperature cooling and cryostating using mixed vapor-compression machines, and phase-change coolant technology using 'binary ice'.

The business model is direct B2B sales to the Russian defense ministry, the Russian Navy, civilian shipyards, and maritime operators through government procurement tenders and direct shipyard supply contracts, with revenue streams from government/defense contracts, civilian shipbuilding equipment sales, and research and development services. The company markets primarily through direct B2B relationships, its scientific-technical journal 'Morskoye Oborudovaniye i Tekhnologii' (Maritime Equipment and Technologies), and trade exhibitions. Note: The input dataset also includes information about a separate Indian government-owned entity sharing the same common name 'Central Research Institute' in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh — a vaccine manufacturing institute under India's Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare producing Td vaccines for the Universal Immunization Programme. This appears to be a distinct organization conflated in the source data and is not part of the Russian entity.

Name

Central Research Institute

Legal name

Central Research Institute

Website

https://kyrs.ru

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Short description

JSC TsNII Kurs (Central Research Institute Kurs) is a Moscow-based private research institute and equipment manufacturer developing ship radio navigation systems, galley and refrigeration equipment, and electromagnetic compatibility solutions for the Russian naval and commercial shipbuilding industries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Electronics and Shipbuilding Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering (IMAJAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Marine Sensors, Instrumentation & IoT (Condition Monitoring) (IMAJAJAI), Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG)

Keywords

• Ship radio navigation systems
• Marine galley equipment
• Ship refrigeration systems
• Maritime safety equipment
• ROV operator training

Headquarters

HQ city

Moscow

HQ country

Russia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government/Defense Contracts: Primary revenue from government contracts for naval and shipbuilding equipment, including radio navigation systems, integrated control systems, and specialized maritime equipment for defense applications
2. Civilian Shipbuilding Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial ship equipment including galley equipment, refrigeration systems, and food service equipment to commercial shipyards and operators
3. Research and Development Services: Technical scientific support for ship design and construction, system assessments, and normative-methodological documentation development
4. Vaccine Manufacturing (India Operations): Government-funded vaccine production for India's Universal Immunization Programme, supplying Td (tetanus and diphtheria) vaccines

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

JSC TsNII Kurs develops, manufactures, and integrates ship radio-navigation systems, ship security and bridge-watchkeeping systems, marine galley cooking and serving-line equipment, marine refrigeration chambers and quick-freezing apparatus, emergency-rescue devices (personal AIS MOB beacons), and full-scale ROV operator training simulators. It also delivers R&D, system-integration, and normative-methodological support for ship and vessel design and construction.

Product overview

JSC TsNII Kurs (Central Research Institute Kurs) develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of marine and ship equipment. The product range includes: radio navigation systems (NAVTEX receivers, Voyage Data Recorders, Ship Security Alert Systems, bridge watch monitoring), galley cooking and refrigeration equipment (steam-convection ovens, electric kettles, dishwashers, refrigerators), serving line systems (warmers, storage racks, plate elements), and underwater equipment (AIS MOB devices). The company also produces training simulators for ROV operators and develops specialized refrigeration systems for fishing vessels, naval ships, and industrial applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ship NAVTEX Service Receiver Boardeq BNX 700 (Судовой приемник службы NAVTEX)
• Simplified Voyage Data Recorder Boardeq SBDR 23-03 (S-VDR) Simplified Voyage Data Recorder that captures and stores vessel position, motion, physical state, command, and management data in a secure, accessible form for post-incident investigation. Collects parametric, audio, radar/ECDIS video, and command data with protected long-term storage.
• Ship Security Alert System Boardeq BSAS 96-02 (SSAS) Hidden security alert system that covertly transmits a distress signal via Iridium satellite communication to a competent shore authority when a ship's security is threatened or compromised. Required on passenger ships, oil tankers, chemical tankers, gas carriers, bulk carriers, and other cargo vessels of 500 GT and above.
• Bridge Watchkeeping Assistant System Boardeq BAS-19 (BNWAS) System for monitoring bridge control operations and detecting incapacitation of the officer of the watch that could lead to accidents. Issues visual and audible alerts to the watch officer and, if there is no response, alerts the master or a backup officer.
• Universal Turn Rate Indicator (UTRI / УИС) for marine and river vessels Universal turn-rate indicator for marine and river vessels that measures the vessel's angular velocity about a coordinate axis, displays rate and direction on screen, and transmits the signal to motion-control systems. Uses a fiber-optic gyroscope or micromechanical gyroscope depending on required accuracy.
• Personal AIS Man-Overboard Device AIS-ChZB "Solominka" (АИС-ЧЗБ) Personal man-overboard device using AIS technology to transmit emergency distress messages to nearby vessels, activating automatically on water contact or manually. Intended for individual use by crew and passengers in emergency situations.
• Countertop Steam-Convection Oven PKNS-10 (Пароконвектомат настольный) Compact countertop steam-convection oven for cooking culinary products, side dishes, and baking bread aboard fishing and other vessels. Designed to operate at marine inclinations up to 15° list and 5° trim.
• Boiler-Type Steam-Convection Oven PKNS-6 (Пароконвектомат бойлерного типа) Boiler-type marine steam-convection oven with six levels for GN 1/1 gastronorm containers. Supports multiple cooking modes including convection, steam-convection, low-temperature steam, and cooling, for ship-galley use.
• Marine Electric Stoves PES-0.24Sh and PES-0.48Sh (Плиты электрические судовые) Marine electric stoves for cooking dishes in pots and pans, thermal processing of semi-finished products, and baking in ship galleys. Approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
• Marine Electric Kettles KEPS-30 and KEPS-60 (Котлы электрические судовые) Marine electric kettles designed to prepare broths, soups, compotes, drinks, and side dishes in ship galleys. Built for operation in marine conditions with tilt resistance up to 15° list.
• Marine Electric Cooking Kettles KSE-100, KSE-160, and KSE-250 (Котлы пищеварочные электрические судовые) Marine electric cooking kettles in three capacities (100 L, 160 L, 250 L) for meal preparation in ship galleys. Feature double hermetic lid, storm restraints, and adjustable lighting for safe marine operation.
• Marine Electric Frying Pan SES-0.25 (Сковорода жарочная электрическая судовая) Marine electric frying pan for thermal processing of food including frying, stewing, and sautéing in ship galleys. Approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
• Marine Dishwashing Machine MPS-500 (Машина посудомоечная судовая) Marine dishwashing machine for washing deep and shallow plates, soup bowls, mugs, and trays up to 530x325 mm in ship galleys. Approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
• Marine Water Heating and Dosing Apparatus ANDVS-200 (Аппарат нагрева и дозирования воды судовой) Marine water heating and dosing apparatus for ship galleys that mechanizes operations and reduces the energy costs of thermal equipment such as kettles and stoves.
• Tea-Coffee Apparatus AChKS-10 (Аппарат чай-кофе) Marine tea-coffee apparatus for preparing soluble and non-soluble hot drinks aboard vessels. Approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
• Marine Serving Line LRS-1 (Линия раздачи судовая): LRS-M1, LRS-M2, LRS-P, LRS-eZ, LRS-ePT, LRS-AChK Modular marine serving line (LRS-1) for ship dining rooms and buffets, comprising LRS-M1 first-course warmer, LRS-M2 main-course warmer, LRS-P cutlery and tray storage rack, LRS-eZ appetizer/refrigerated element, LRS-ePT plate-warming element, and LRS-AChK base for drink-preparation equipment. Approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
• Marine Refrigeration Cabinets ShKhS-0.5S, ShKhS-1.0S, ShKhN-0.5S, ShKhN-1.0S (Шкафы холодильные судовые) Medium- and low-temperature marine refrigeration cabinets in 0.5 m³ and 1.0 m³ capacities for food storage in ship galley rooms on fishing vessels.
• Marine Refrigeration Chambers KhKhS-2.0S and KhKhN-2.0S (Камеры холодильные судовые) Medium- and low-temperature marine refrigeration chambers in 2.0 m³ capacity for storing chilled and frozen food products in galley rooms of fishing vessels.
• Modular Prefabricated Marine Refrigeration Chambers SMKhKhS and SMKhKhN (Камеры холодильные сборно-разборные судовые) Modular prefabricated marine refrigeration chambers with integrated cooling unit and control panel for storing chilled and frozen food aboard civilian and naval vessels.
• Marine Refrigeration Units SKhU for Provisioning Chambers (Судовые холодильные установки) Marine refrigeration units with capacity from 1.6 to 20 kW for maintaining required temperatures in provisioning chambers aboard vessels.
• Vertical Plate Quick-Freezing Apparatus AMPV (Аппараты скороморозильные вертикально-плиточные) Vertical plate-type quick-freezing apparatus for rapid contact freezing of fish and other food products aboard fishing and processing vessels.
• Horizontal Plate Quick-Freezing Apparatus ASMP (Аппараты скороморозильные горизонтально-плиточные) Horizontal plate-type quick-freezing apparatus for contact freezing of fish, meat, and other food products, available in capacities from 350 kg/day to 10 t/day.
• Refrigeration Machine MKhV-6GS (Машина холодильная) Marine refrigeration machine for cooling and automatic maintenance of low temperatures in the range from -18 to -25 °C.
• TNPA Underwater Vehicle Operator Training Simulator (Тренажер операторов ТНПА) Full-scale training complex for operators of tethered (TNPA) and untethered underwater vehicles, including Falcon DR, Panther XT+, Tiger, and Obzor 600. Uses authentic ROV control station simulators and automated performance assessment.
• Ship Radio-Electronic System Design and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineering Services Scientific-technical R&D, system-design, EMC-engineering, and normative-methodological support for ship radio-electronic equipment, provided to shipyards, naval designers, and the Russian Navy as the head research institute of the Russian shipbuilding industry for this domain.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment certified by Russian Maritime Register of Shipping and NII Korablestroeniya i Vooruzheniya VMF
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Russian Maritime Register of ShippingcoreOthersEquipment certification and approval partnership. TsNII Kurs equipment is approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping for use on naval and commercial vessels.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Alfa Laval: Supplies marine heat exchangers, plate freezers, and refrigeration systems for fishing vessels, commercial shipping, and naval applications. Comparable in marine refrigeration and quick-freezing technology.
• Kongsberg Maritime: Norwegian broad maritime technology incumbent covering navigation, automation, sensors, and underwater systems. Comparable as a comprehensive marine electronics and ship systems integrator serving naval and commercial shipyards.
• Wärtsilä SAM Electronics: Provides integrated navigation, automation, and ship electrical systems globally, including naval bridge and platform management systems. Comparable in integrated ship systems scope.
• Hensoldt: German defense electronics group producing naval radar, IFF, and maritime sensor suites. Comparable as a naval-grade electronic systems integrator and a potential counterparty in the European naval market Kurs does not directly serve.

Direct peers

• Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine: Supplies integrated bridge systems, gyrocompasses, and navigation equipment for naval and commercial ships. Directly comparable to Kurs's ship radio-electronic system design and bridge alert/turn-rate product lines.
• Electrolux Professional: Global supplier of marine and offshore galley equipment, including marine ranges, ovens, dishwashers, and refrigeration. Directly comparable to Kurs's galley cooking, serving line, and marine refrigeration product lines.
• Japan Radio Co. (JRC): Japanese manufacturer of marine navigation and communication equipment including GMDSS, radar, and AIS. Comparable product overlap with Kurs's NAVTEX, SSAS, and bridge watchkeeping systems.
• Transas (Wärtsilä Voyage): Originally a Russian-founded marine navigation and ECDIS specialist now part of Wärtsilä; a heritage peer to Kurs in the Russian/Eastern European marine electronics space, especially for NAVTEX and voyage data recorders.
• Furuno Electric: Japanese global leader in marine navigation electronics (radar, ECDIS, AIS, VDR, GMDSS). Directly comparable as a manufacturer of ship radio navigation and safety equipment supplied to naval and commercial fleets worldwide.
• Raytheon Anschütz: German maker of integrated bridge systems, navigation radars, and ship electronics for naval and commercial vessels. Direct competitor in the integrated bridge and navigation system design space Kurs targets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CSRIKurs

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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