HMS WEBVIEW BRINGS THE HELIDECK WEATHER STATUS TO EVERY SCREEN ON BOARD
ShoreConnection is pleased to announce the launch of HMS WebView, a browser-based extension for the HMS 900 9c that makes live helideck information accessible across the vessel’s network. Bridge personnel, helideck crews, offshore management teams and visiting personnel can now view real-time helideck status, vessel motion and weather data from any PC, tablet or smartphone connected to the vessel network, with no software installation required.
EXTENDED VISIBILITY
For many years, helideck information has been available exclusively through the HMS operator display. HMS WebView extends that visibility throughout the vessel, ensuring that the people who need operational awareness most can access the same live information wherever they are. Whether on the bridge, in the control room, crane cabin, offshore office or accommodation areas, users can monitor the same data being viewed by the HMS operator, updated every second.
HMS WebView runs directly on the HMS computer and receives data from the vessel’s HMS 900 9c system. Users simply enter the HMS computer’s network address into a web browser to connect. In the event of a temporary network interruption, the display automatically reconnects when communication is restored. The HMS 900 9c remains the authoritative system for helideck limits and landing decisions, while HMS WebView serves as an additional information and monitoring interface.
COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW
HMS WebView provides access to a range of operational and meteorological information through an intuitive, responsive interface.
HELIDECK DASHBOARD
The main dashboard presents critical operational parameters, including:
- Landing status (RLS)
- Motion Severity Index (MSI)
- Wind Severity Index (WSI)
- Touchdown limits
- Helideck wind conditions
- Vessel heading and relative wind operating limits
LIVE TRENDS
Users can monitor the previous 20 minutes of:
- Helideck motion
- Wind conditions
- Visibility
- Cloud base
Current weather conditions are displayed directly alongside the trend data, providing immediate operational context.
ADVANCED WEATHER INFORMATION
A dedicated weather section provides:
- 24-hour weather trends
- Wind rose visualization
- Precipitation data
- Cloud layer information
- Fog and icing risk assessment
- HMS-generated METAR reporting
- MET Ocean data such as wave heights and currents
REPORTS, DOCUMENTATION AND CAMERA ACCESS
HMS WebView also provides convenient access to operational records and supporting documentation, including:
- Latest helideck reports and associated images
- Data Verification Reports (DVR)
- CAT-SAT documentation
- Sensor certificates
- Optional helideck camera feeds
Vessels already equipped with the SCI HMS 900 9c and Helideck Audio & Video Recording systems will automatically have camera integration available through HMS WebView.
SYSTEM STATUS AND SENSOR HEALTH
The dedicated System page provides a complete overview of the HMS and all connected sensors, interfaces and external data sources. Presented as an intuitive system diagram, it allows crews to instantly see where each sensor is installed, the data it is currently reporting, and whether communication with the HMS is operating normally.
The graphical overview highlights the status of every connection in real time. Healthy sensors and interfaces are clearly indicated, while communication failures, missing data and sensor faults are immediately flagged and traced through the system. For sensors equipped with built-in diagnostics, such as visibility and cloud-base sensors, self-test messages are automatically decoded into plain language, making faults easier to understand and troubleshoot.
By combining system topology, live measurements and diagnostic information in a single view, the System page enables crews to quickly verify the operational status of the entire HMS and identify issues before they affect helicopter operations.
SUPPORTING DAILY OPERATIONS
While developed to support helicopter operations, HMS WebView also delivers value throughout normal vessel operations.
Crew members responsible for weather reporting, logbook entries and daily operational reports can quickly access live measurements for wind, pressure, temperature, visibility and cloud conditions from the nearest screen. The same meteorological information can support a wide range of onboard activities, including deck operations, maintenance planning and monitoring approaching weather systems.
DESIGNED FOR OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTS
HMS WebView has been developed specifically for offshore and marine environments.
The interface includes both dark and light display modes to ensure optimal readability during night watch conditions and in bright bridge environments. The responsive design adapts seamlessly from mobile phones to large-format bridge displays and 4K monitors.
A dedicated system status bar provides an at-a-glance overview of HMS sensors and interfaces, enabling crews to identify communication or sensor issues immediately. Software updates are deployed directly through the HMS platform, allowing all connected displays to automatically benefit from the latest enhancements.
LOUNGE DISPLAY: TURN ANY SCREEN INTO A LIVE WEATHER DISPLAY
The Lounge Display transforms the HMS WebView into a dedicated weather screen for a TV or monitor, for example in the heli lounge, where passengers and crew can monitor helideck conditions while they wait. Each vessel can decide which information to display and configure the layout according to its operational priorities. Using the Edit Layout function, cards can be added, moved, and resized directly on the screen, while the text automatically scales to fit each card. The layout is stored on the HMS computer, ensuring that all screens display the same configuration. Like the rest of the WebView, it also supports both light and dark themes.
AVAILABLE NOW
HMS WebView is available immediately as an add-on module for the HMS 900 9c.
For further information, please contact ShoreConnection Sales at sales@shoreconnection.no or +47 41 53 60 60.
