Enabling Safe and Continuous Monitoring for Small Vessels—Anywhere, Anytime

Small vessels such as fishing boats, workboats, and coastal service ships often operate beyond reliable terrestrial network coverage. Limited visibility, lack of real-time data, and delayed emergency response remain key factors contributing to accidents and management challenges in coastal and offshore environments.

To address these challenges, ZS-M6, a solar-powered marine IoT terminal, provides a reliable solution for continuous vessel tracking, safety monitoring, and maritime supervision, even in areas without 4G coverage.

Real-World Application Scenario

When a small vessel leaves port, ZS-M6 begins collecting and transmitting real-time trajectory and status data, including:

• Date and time

• Latitude and longitude

• Speed and heading

• Battery level and device status

Under normal conditions, data is transmitted via 4G networks. When vessels sail beyond cellular coverage, ZS-M6 automatically switches to LEO satellite IoT communication, ensuring uninterrupted data delivery.

In the event of unauthorized disassembly, capsizing, or emergency situations, the terminal immediately triggers alarm notifications, including SOS alerts, enabling rapid response from ports, enterprises, and maritime authorities.

Designed for Long-Term, Low-Maintenance Operation

ZS-M6 integrates an internal high-capacity battery supporting up to 3 years of operation, combined with a built-in solar panel for continuous power replenishment. This design minimizes maintenance requirements and ensures reliable performance during long deployments at sea.

Smarter Management Through Data Sharing

With support for electronic geofencing and remote parameter configuration, ZS-M6 enables:

• Information sharing between vessels, docks, enterprises, and regulators

• Real-time fleet visibility and behavior analysis

• Faster emergency response and coordinated rescue

• Reduced accident rates for small vessels

By combining GPS/DBS positioning, 4G and satellite IoT connectivity, and intelligent alarm functions, ZS-M6 supports the transition toward comprehensive, data-driven maritime supervision.

ZS-M6 helps maritime stakeholders move from passive monitoring to proactive safety management—connecting small vessels wherever they operate. Contact ZINSAR for more product details.