Böning Ship Automation - South America

What Böning Ship Automation - South America does

Böning Ship Automation – South America is the Brazilian operating entity (legal name Boening Imp. e Com. de Equip. Náuticos Ltda., founded 2007, headquartered in Valinhos, São Paulo) of the German parent Böning Automationstechnologie GmbH & Co. KG. The company designs, distributes, and services electronic ship automation systems — integrated alarm, monitoring, and control (IAMC) hardware — for maritime and inland-waterway operators. The product portfolio is a modular platform comprising core systems such as the IACMS integrated alarm/control/monitoring system, AHD-DPS02 LED navigation light monitor, FOMS fuel consumption monitoring, On-Duty unmanned machinery space alarm, BNWAS bridge navigation watch alarm, Smartbridge ECDIS-integrated bridge console, AHD-VCS video/CCTV control, fire alarm, tank monitoring, valve/actuator control, OSD oil spill detection, and specialized panels (anchor, trim, flap, horn). Systems communicate via NMEA 2000/0183, Modbus, SAE J1939, EIB/KNX, B1939, and Bit-Serial, integrating with MAN, Caterpillar, Volvo Penta, MTU engines and Furuno navigation. All safety-critical products carry type approvals from DNV, ABS, Bureau Veritas, Lloyd's Register, RINA, Germanischer Lloyd, and other classification societies.

The Brazilian subsidiary operates with a small local team (approximately 7 employees) focused on field sales, technical support, RMA processing, and MAN spare parts distribution, while product engineering, manufacturing, and IP ownership reside with the German parent in Ganderkesee (Lower Saxony). The go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales supplemented by shipyard channel partnerships (Inace, ETP, Arpoador, Estaleiro Erin among others), quote-based custom system design per vessel, and brand presence at major Brazilian boat shows (São Paulo Boat Show, Rio Boat Show, Navalshore) and the international SMM Hamburg exhibition. Two primary customer segments are served: service vessels (tugboats, PSVs, FSVs, DSVs, offshore support, river transport) with named customers including SVITZER, Wilson Sons, SAAM Smit, Camorim, BARU Offshore, Cargill, Hidrovias do Brasil, and Amaggi; and luxury recreational yachts (50–140+ feet) supplied to builders such as Ferretti, Pershing, Numarine, Princess Motor Yachts, Intermarine, and MCP Yachts. Revenue derives from proprietary hardware sales (displays, panels, sensors, control units), third-party product representation (FLIR thermal cameras, KRAL flowmeters), MAN spare parts, and project-based technical services (installation, commissioning, RMA, warranty). Pricing is quote-based with no public list prices; factory warranty is honored in Brazilian territory through the Valinhos office. No revenue figure is disclosed for the entity or the parent.

Name

Böning Ship Automation - South America

Legal name

Boening Imp. e Com. de Equip. Náuticos Ltda.

Website

https://boening.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Böning Ship Automation – South America is the Brazilian subsidiary (Valinhos, SP, est. 2007) of German parent Böning Automationstechnologie GmbH & Co. KG. It sells, installs, and services type-approved modular ship automation, alarm, monitoring, and fuel-management systems for commercial service vessels and luxury yachts in Brazil and South America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Ship Automation Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Automation, Controls & Instrumentation Engineering (IAS, PMS, Control Logic) (IMAJAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Marine Electrical Installation, Commissioning & Field Services (IMAJAJAL), Luxury Yacht Systems Integration & Commissioning (Shipyard) (IMAJAMAI), Propulsion Control, Monitoring & Automation (ECS, PMS interface) (IMAJAHAH), Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD)

Keywords

• Ship automation systems
• Marine monitoring systems
• Vessel alarm control
• Navigation lighting systems
• Fuel monitoring systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Valinhos

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ship Automation Systems and Hardware: Sale of proprietary ship automation equipment including displays, control panels, sensors, and monitoring systems. Custom-designed systems for each vessel with modular components.
2. MAN Spare Parts: Sale of replacement parts for MAN diesel engines monitoring and control units, with factory delivery and warranty in Brazilian territory.
3. Technical Services and Commissioning: Technical support, installation, commissioning, and after-sales services. RMA process for repairs with factory warranty coverage.
4. Fuel Monitoring Systems (FOMS): Integrated fuel consumption monitoring solutions with KRAL flowmeters for operational efficiency and loss prevention.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Böning Ship Automation – South America designs, integrates, distributes and services proprietary electronic ship automation systems for commercial service vessels and luxury yachts. The portfolio covers monitoring, alarm and control of doors, flooding, pumps, circuit breakers, lighting, valves, engines, tanks, fuel consumption, navigation lights, fire detection and CCTV, with type-approval from major classification societies. Systems are custom-engineered per vessel with local Brazilian/South American sales, installation, commissioning, after-sales support and MAN spare-parts distribution.

Product overview

Böning Ship Automation is a German multinational founded in 1977 that develops and manufactures electronic systems for vessel automation, monitoring, alarm, and control. The product portfolio consists of a modular, integrated platform with multiple specialized subsystems and components. The core offerings include the AHD-DPS02 Navigation Lighting System for LED and bulb navigation light monitoring (up to 42 lights), the FOMS Fuel Consumption Monitoring System for fuel optimization and theft prevention, the On-Duty Unmanned Machinery Space Alarm System enabling remote crew assignment, the BNWAS Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System, the IACMS (Integrated Alarm, Control and Monitoring System) for comprehensive vessel monitoring, the Smartbridge automation system with integrated ECDIS, and the AHD-VCS Video Control System (CCTV) supporting up to 16 cameras. Supporting products include the AHD-WNA Internet Remote Access Module, AHD-WNL Data Logging Device, GSM Kit for SMS alerts, Maritime Engine Safety Monitoring, Tank Monitoring, Fire Alarm System, Valve/Actuator Control, Engine Start-Stop Panels (AHD-EOP), various sensors (tank level, flooding, depth), and specialized control panels (anchor, trim, alarm, horn). Böning also represents and integrates FLIR thermal cameras and KRAL fuel flow meters as third-party products. The systems communicate via NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Modbus, J1939, EIB/KNX, B1939, and Bit-Serial protocols, integrating with engines from MAN, Caterpillar, Volvo Penta, and MTU, as well as Furuno navigation systems. Remote monitoring is available via iPhone/iPad applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AHD-DPS02 Navigation Lighting System Modular LED navigation lighting monitoring and control system capable of managing up to 42 navigation and signaling lights. The AHD-DPS02 G14 main module handles 14 lights and can be expanded with up to four AHD-DPS02 A07 modules (7 lights each). Includes a customizable AHD-DPS02 BS control panel with the vessel's synoptic display. Designed to reduce port fines for defective lighting and minimize bulb replacements on commercial and recreational vessels.
• FOMS - Fuel Consumption Monitoring System Comprehensive fuel monitoring system that optimizes fuel consumption and minimizes losses for commercial vessels. Monitors fuel transfer operations between vessel and platforms, storage tanks and distribution networks, and includes asset-protection features to identify irregularities and theft. Uses KRAL bidirectional flowmeters with high precision and vibration insensitivity. Documented outcome of up to 10% fuel consumption reduction with proper engine calibration.
• AHD-WNA - Internet Remote Access Module Internet access module enabling remote data viewing and system control via a standard web browser. Provides password protection and encryption, and intentionally restricts remote control of critical operations such as engine start. Lets owners, captains and shore-based fleet managers monitor vessel status from any internet-connected device.
• On-Duty Unmanned Machinery Space Alarm System Alarm system allowing vessels to operate temporarily without crew in the machinery space while complying with class rules. The 'On-Duty' feature designates which crew member is responsible for the machinery space during assigned shifts. Components include the On-Duty Panel (AHD-PS 15B), cabin panels with emergency call (AHD-406-2), and central unit (AHD 882) for alarm management. Reduces crewing requirements and operating costs.
• AHD-WNL - Data Logging Device Data logging device for storing automation system information including alarms and measurement data. Enables remote monitoring and control via a dedicated iPhone/iPad application with assignable permission levels for crew, passengers and guests. Available on iTunes.
• BNWAS - Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System Complete safety solution for vessel navigation watch with configurable timer up to 12 minutes using access code. If not acknowledged, predefined alarms are activated in succession across vessel areas, and an emergency alarm can be triggered by pressing a mushroom button for 5 seconds. Helps vessels meet bridge watchkeeping safety requirements.
• Dead Man Alarm System Safety system that reduces accident risk during long working hours by requiring personnel on duty in the machinery space to regularly acknowledge a timed control. Timer is configurable up to 12 minutes and triggers multiple alarm levels if not acknowledged, in line with class requirements for unattended machinery spaces.
• IACMS - Integrated Alarm, Control and Monitoring System Comprehensive alarm, monitoring and control system that displays information from any sensor on the vessel. Visualizes doors, flooding sensors, circuit breakers, engine room temperature, valves and other relevant information via touch screen displays, and can replace manual controls for pumps, valves, navigation lights and other actuators. Supports multi-protocol integration with third-party engines and navigation systems.
• Valve and Actuator Control System Control and monitoring system for valves and actuators using the AHD-A06 device with six configurable outputs (0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-24mA, 0-5V, 0-10V) and two CAN interfaces for uninterrupted communication. Controls fans, lights and other electrical loads including light dimming.
• Fire Alarm System Complete fire safety solution for naval and offshore vessels that is fully customizable for vessels of various sizes. Uses temperature and smoke sensors to precisely identify fire situations and automatically activate pumps and valves for firefighting response.
• Tank Monitoring System Tank level monitoring system with sophisticated visualization features that compensate for vessel rolling and allow precise tank curve configuration. Works with any market sensor or AHD-S 201 hydrostatic level transmitters, installable internally or externally including for saltwater tanks.
• Maritime Engine Safety Monitoring System Complete maritime engine monitoring system that reads engine sensors via multiple protocols including SAE J1939, NMEA 2000, Cummins, Caterpillar and MAN protocols. Displays all safety and monitoring information on various-sized displays.
• Smartbridge Powerful automation system connecting virtually any vessel system and device. Integrates ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) software for a complete solution at a central point, and embeds external devices such as VHF and autopilot under the console. Features customizable touch screen displays and custom panels.
• AHD-EOP - Engine Operation Panel (Start-Stop) Engine operation panel enabling safe and convenient marine engine start and stop. Replaces conventional mechanical keys and significantly reduces wiring needed for remote engine control by implementing transponder technology. Separate port and starboard engine activation is provided via the AHD-EOP K key with transponder.
• GSM Kit - SMS Alert System Additional alert system with a GSM band modem and cellular antenna that sends detailed vessel status messages to pre-registered cell phone numbers belonging to vessel owner, captain or chief engineer, extending alarms beyond the bridge and engine room.
• AHD-VCS - Video Control System (CCTV) Video control system enabling visualization of up to 16 cameras installed anywhere on the vessel. Integrates with Böning's monitoring and alarm system using the same color LCD monitors for both camera views and alarm pages. Available in three configurations: 4 cameras/2 video outputs, 8 cameras/4 outputs, or 16 cameras/8 outputs. Compatible with FLIR thermal cameras.
• OSD - Oil Spill Detection System High-precision system for detecting oil spills during drilling operations. Uses infrared technology to estimate spill volume based on density readings and integrates with GSM technology and data logging for remote monitoring. Targeted at offshore and drilling-support operations.
• Technical Services, Installation, Commissioning and After-Sales Support End-to-end technical support for Böning automation systems across Brazil and South America, including installation, commissioning, on-board service via a distributed service network, and a structured RMA process for repairs under factory warranty. Provided directly by the Brazil subsidiary and coordinated with the German parent.
• MAN Marine Engine Spare Parts Distribution of MAN diesel engine monitoring and control unit spare parts in Brazilian territory, with factory delivery and warranty. Includes the Diesel Engines Monitoring and Control Units catalog.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 10% fuel consumption reduction with proper engine calibration and KRAL flowmeters
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers18 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

Integration15 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• FLIR SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationFLIR thermal cameras integrated into Böning vessel automation systems. FLIR cameras offer high security for night navigation on leisure and service vessels, allowing captains to avoid obstacles in darkness. Partnership enables oil spill detection solutions for drilling operations and night navigation camera monitoring systems.
• KRALcoreTechnology or IntegrationKRAL flowmeters integrated into Böning FOMS fuel monitoring systems. Austrian company is a leader in fluid measurement and pumping technology. KRAL flowmeters detect flow independent of direction with high precision and vibration insensitivity, key components for robust fuel consumption measurement solutions.
• MAN Truck & Bus AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationBöning is a key electronics supplier for MAN Truck & Bus AG in Nuremberg. Provides electronic monitoring and control systems for diesel engines.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Garmin: US-based marine electronics company offering chartplotters, sonar, radar and integrated helm systems for recreational and light commercial vessels. Comparable in yacht-side navigation and monitoring, with overlapping customer segments to Böning's yacht business.
• Yanmar Marine: Marine engine and propulsion solutions provider with growing integrated controls and digital monitoring offerings. Comparable to Böning as a marine propulsion/controls competitor, particularly for smaller commercial and workboat segments.
• Furuno: Japanese manufacturer of marine electronics including navigation, sonar and integrated bridge systems. Comparable as a marine electronics provider already integrated with Böning systems, and competing in overlapping navigation and monitoring categories.

Broad incumbents

• Kongsberg Maritime: Division of Kongsberg Group delivering integrated bridge, automation, propulsion and digital fleet solutions for commercial marine and offshore. Comparable as a direct competitor in vessel automation, with deeper scale and a broader system-architect approach.
• Wärtsilä: Major global supplier of marine engines, propulsion and integrated automation/digital systems for commercial vessels. Comparable to Böning as a competing ship-automation platform, though it operates at vastly larger scale and across a much broader marine portfolio.
• ABB Marine & Ports: Global supplier of electric propulsion, automation, and digital solutions for ships and ports. Comparable to Böning as a competitor in marine automation and integrated bridge systems, particularly for larger commercial vessels.
• Navis (Cargotec): Provider of maritime software and terminal automation solutions for ports and shipping lines. Comparable in the broader marine automation ecosystem though oriented toward ports rather than onboard vessel systems.

Direct peers

• CZone (Power Products LLC): Specialist in digital switching and power management systems for yachts and recreational vessels. Comparable to Böning's yacht automation business via integrated monitoring and control of onboard electrical systems.
• VAF Instruments: Dutch manufacturer of marine measurement and control systems for tank sounding, level measurement and alarm monitoring. Comparable to Böning as a focused marine automation hardware specialist serving shipyards and vessel operators worldwide.
• Praxis Automation Technology: Dutch specialist in alarm, monitoring and control systems for ships, including unmanned machinery space and fuel monitoring. Highly comparable to Böning as a focused marine automation specialist with overlapping product categories and yacht/commercial customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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