By harnessing real-time data from the boat’s existing sensors and a dedicated sensor, including Sensrad’s high-resolution Hugin D1 radar, powered by Arbe’s technology – WATCHIT delivers reliable perception and navigation support.
Sensrad AB, a Swedish deep-radar company, has announced that WATCHIT, a marine technology company specialising in intelligent collision prevention systems for recreational boating, has placed its first order for ‘Hugin D1 Radar’.
WATCHIT has developed a first-of-its-kind collision prevention system for recreational boats. Inspired by automotive safety breakthroughs, the system autonomously assesses risk using proximity sensing and marine AI. By harnessing real-time data from the boat’s existing sensors and a dedicated sensor, including Sensrad’s high-resolution Hugin D1 radar, powered by Arbe’s technology, WATCHIT delivers reliable perception and navigation support in all weather and lighting conditions.
According to the press release, WATCHIT is designed to detect nearby hazards such as floating objects, semi-submerged obstacles, and close-range threats. It empowers captains to stay focused, act decisively, and avoid costly accidents – without adding complexity or distraction.
Marcus Hasselblad, CEO of Sensrad, said that after six months of joint testing, WATCHIT’s order is a clear confirmation of the value the radar brings to maritime safety. “We are proud to see the Hugin D1 moving from evaluation to adoption in such an innovative application.”
Tal Duvdevany, CEO of WATCHIT, said they built WATCHIT to bring the same kind of proactive safety one would expect in a modern car to the water. “Sensrad’s radar gives us the precision and reliability we need to push that vision forward. This is a major step toward making smarter boating the new standard.”
Sensrad stated that this milestone highlights the versatility of its radar technology beyond defense and commercial vehicles, opening new opportunities in the maritime safety sector.
