With the waters more crowded and the rise of affordeable state-of-the-art technology,we believe now is the time to revolutionise the way we dock. At Dockmate®, we feel it is our mission to give captains the confidence they need to go and explore the world by setting the world free from docking stress.What if you could move around on your boat while docking?What if you could operate all manoeuvring systems for docking, using a single remote control?What if docking becomes a stress-free experience

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DPS Innovation award

The NMMA Innovation Awards, judged by an esteemed panel from Boating Writers International (BWI), spotlight manufacturers and suppliers who push the boundaries of innovation in the boating industry. This year’s awards saw Dockmate emerging as a leader in technological advancement with its Dockmate DPS, a system that revolutionizes the way boaters dock and maneuver their vessels.
Gary Reich, one of the eight BWI judges with extensive experience in marine journalism, commended Dockmate DPS for its transformative impact on boating safety and convenience. “Dockmate DPS brings the benefits of dynamic positioning systems to hundreds of thousands of boats that previously couldn’t leverage its safety and convenience,” Reich noted, highlighting the system’s significance in enhancing marine operations.

The Dockmate DPS system is designed to offer precision docking capabilities to a wide range of boats, making advanced technology accessible to a broader audience within the marine community. Its innovative approach to docking not only enhances safety but also contributes to a more enjoyable boating experience for users.

“We are thrilled to receive this award and to be recognized by such a respected organization and panel of judges,” said a spokesperson for Dockmate. “Our team is passionate about innovation and committed to providing solutions that make boating safer, easier, and more enjoyable for everyone. This award is a testament to our hard work and dedication to advancing the marine industry.”

Thrusterhold

Enabling captains to keep the thrusters engaged to port or starboard at a certain level in order to hold the boat pressed against a jetty, pier or other boat, ThrusterHold makes it easier for captains to moor their boat. While a similar feature has been offered by some thruster controls OEMs, this is the first time this feature is available on a wireless remote control.
Dockmate ThrusterHold is now available on Dockmate TWIN, SINGLE and TWIST. The feature is compatible with all supported CAN bus thruster controls for proportional thrusters, including Sleipner S-Link, VETUS V-CAN, ABT-TRAC Link and CMC-CANopen. Systems that have integrated with Dockmate’s protocol will also benefit from this new feature, provided they use proportional thrusters. More third-party CAN bus thruster controls will benefit from ThrusterHold in the future as well.

“We’re very pleased that Dockmate is showing an interest in our thrusters and developing integrated solutions and features that help users get the best out of our products,” said Pietro Cappiello, Vice President, CMC Marine. “Our focus has always been to manufacture products of the highest quality, innovation and reliability and Dockmate mirrors these values with the innovation and reliability of their remote control systems.”

“We’re excited to bring ThrusterHold to our customers as another innovative solution to make their yachting experience even better,” said Dirk Illegems, President of Dockmate. “Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that this feature is not only compatible with our currently supported systems, but that it will also work with other CAN bus thruster controls in the future.”

Added compatibility

After extensive testing to ensure that their controllers would meet or exceed Emerson’s quality and safety standards, Dockmate’s wireless remote control system is now recognized by Marex OS systems as a wireless station. This seamless integration allows operators with Marex OS controls access to full engine control wirelessly from the Dockmate remote control while stepping away from the helm for greater visibility. Whether installed by boat builders or as part of a retrofit, Dockmate will not void engine or controller warranties for most popular engine or controller brands.

“Our engineers have worked closely with the Emerson team to make Dockmate accessible for captains and crew that are interested in the flexibility of a wireless remote system for low-speed maneuvering in tight quarters,” said Dirk Illegems, president, Dockmate. “Marex OS propulsion control systems are trusted by operators in some of the most demanding applications. It is a testament to the reliability and effectiveness of the Dockmate system and we are proud to announce this integration.”

“Dockmate has demonstrated their commitment to matching the reputation for quality that AVENTICS Marex OS has garnered in the industry,” said Steve Vincent, Manager Business Development Marine Americas at Emerson. “We’re pleased to provide additional functionality to our customer, and are confident that the robust capabilities of the Dockmate system will add value to our Marex OS propulsion control system.”

“Dockmate has demonstrated their commitment to matching the reputation for quality that AVENTICS Marex OS has garnered in the industry,” said Steve Vincent, Manager Business Development Marine Americas at Emerson. “We’re pleased to provide additional functionality to our customer, and are confident that the robust capabilities of the Dockmate system will add value to our Marex OS propulsion control system.”

About Dockmate®:
Dockmate® manufactures the latest in advanced, yet very affordable wireless remote control technology. Highly reliable and
intuitive, the Dockmate SINGLE, TWIN, TWIST and VECTOR allow every skipper to dock a boat singlehanded, offering the
ability to leave the helm and get a closer look at the surroundings in marinas and other tight quarters, while still in complete
control of the boat’s movement.

About Emerson:
Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is a global technology and software company providing innovative solutions for the world’s essential
industries. Through its leading automation portfolio, including its majority stake in AspenTech, Emerson helps hybrid, process
and discrete manufacturers optimize operations, protect personnel, reduce emissions and achieve their sustainability goals. For
more information, visit Emerson.com.

TWO MODES,
TOTAL CONTROL
- OCEAN MODE:
Embrace freedom as DPS maintains your yacht’s position using only the engines—perfect for the solo captain managing mooring lines or preparing for harbor entry.
- PRECISION MODE:
Witness DPS in harmony with engines and thrusters, delivering position- and heading-holding power in close quarters, ensuring peace of mind when it matters most.

DOCKMATE® POSITIONING SYSTEM

Experience a stability at sea or in the marina with a system that integrates the finesse of Dockmate with the precise accuracy of dynamic positioning

DOCKMATE SINGLE

Manoeuvre your boat from any place on board. Control 1 engine, bow thruster, stern thruster, 1 or 2 anchor winches or windlasses, and horn with separate buttons.

DOCKMATE® SINGLE

DOCKMATE TWIN

Manoeuvre your boat from any place on board. Control 2 engines, bow thruster, stern thruster, 1 or 2 anchor winches or windlasses, and horn with separate buttons.

DOCKMATE® TWIN

Dockmate TWIST

The TWIST can be fully customised to combine engine- and thruster control in 1 joystick. Moreover, the TWIST’s proportional 3-axis joystick can provide fully proportional speed control of the boat’s engines and thrusters. All the while offering the exact same feeling and response time as the boat’s engines and thruster controls.
- Horn and 1 or 2 winches or windlasses can also be controlled 
- Can be used as a remote control or as a fixed joystick
- is waterproof (IP67) and floats

DOCKMATE® TWIST

DOCKMATE VECTOR

If you have a boat with Volvo Penta IPS or Zeus Pods, then the VECTOR transmitter is the one for you.
- Offers a wireless extension of your boat’s joystick with the exact same feeling and response time
- Control POD systems with the fully proportional joystick
- Operates Dynamic Positioning Systems (DPS), when installed
- Allows you to engage High Mode
- Can also be used on the Volvo Penta inboard joystick for Aquamatic Sterndrives and shafts
-Is waterproof (IP67) and floats

DOCKMATE® VECTOR

DOCKMATE RED

Developed as a budget solution for boats with the most common analogue controls (engine AND thrusters).
Comes as SINGLE or TWIN (no TWIST or VECTOR available)
Special features (Throttle+, SoftDocking, Engine Trick, …) are not available on these units.

The RED comes pre-configured with analogue idle speed engine modules and on/off thruster modules.
One available option is single Anchor.

DOCKMATE® RED

DOCKMATE RECEIVER

The Receiver is in essence the link between the Dockmate® remote and your boat.
-Is a modular system. Every Receiver is assembled and programmed for a specific boat. The boat’s equipment and the customer’s wishes determine which modules are installed in the Receiver. This means every Dockmate® is built to order.
- Is connected to all the necessary controls of your boat.
- Is made out of aluminium and completely waterproof to IP67 rating.
- Supports both analogue and digital (CAN bus) controls.

DOCKMATE® RECEIVER

The device our Dockmate® remotes talk to. The Receiver translates the commands given through the remote and relays them to your boat’s controls.

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The Dockmate DPS V2 is a revolution in Dynamic Positioning Systems – easy to retrofit, increased safety and ease of use. The magic of Dockmate Positioning System (DPS) V2 is that it is completely self-contained within the receiver. Because the Dockmate Receiver already handles control of engines/motors and thrusters through its existing integrations, DPS V2 needs less hardware to achieve the same results as much more expensive aftermarket dynamic positioning systems.

Dockmate DPS V2

The Dockmate DPS V2 is a revolution in Dynamic Positioning Systems and is easy to retrofit and increases safety and ease of use.

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