Industry 4.0 doesn't stop on the shoreline


Even on the high seas, networked IT systems, automated information exchange and modern communications technologies are playing an increasingly important role. "Smart shipping" is the buzzword now. For shipping firms, it represents extensive opportunities to increase their
own added value -Thus, building the foundation for long-term success.

ANS Active Network Sea Systems implements complete smart shipping and position finding concepts for its customers, which include maritime-sector firms such as shipping lines, offshore wind park operators, and others. Since 2008, we have specialised in developing, implementing and supporting maritime hardware and software solutions. We support our customers throughout the process, from consulting and strategic planning, through implementation and realisation to
start-up and ongoing system operations.


IT-Solutions from a single source


Tracking solutions

Since everyday communication tools such as mobile phones are not reliable on the high seas, specialist position finding techniques are required. They enable anonymous, precise localisation of objects and individuals inside buildings and structures, whether outdoors or on ships. Our Tracking Solution is on of the best Solutions for your vessel IT.

Offshore IT

Forward-looking IT solution designs on ships are distinguished by innovation and by hardware standardisation.
They allow shipping lines to reduce ongoing costs and make the best possible use of the current opportunities presented by smart shipping.

Maintenance-optimization

By using our next-generation asset and facility management solution, businesses can make critical decisions based on fully grounded information which is available from any location in real time.

Services

In the maritime sector as elsewhere, an intelligent service plan is essential, as even brief outages tend to have significant financial effects. Thanks to our existing proven service plans, our customers benefit from ANS' existing service network.

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New subsidiary - AirITSystems enlarges product portfolio

25/03/2019

As a specialist for IT and security solutions, AirITSystems is now expanding its portfolio: The subsidiary ANS complements the existing range of services with further qualifications in the area of ​​server / storage as well as IT services in the maritime environment.

ANS software for third-party management

15/10/2018

Supplier of hardware and software solutions enables the control and evaluation of service and maintenance work with new software.
Operators of large and complex infrastructures, such as an airport or port, work with a large number of service providers, which need to be efficiently coordinated: security, cleaning or maintenance, etc. Whose tasks can...


The ANS-Group


The ANS Group has set itself the task to increase the added value of its customers by means of an optimized IT adapted to their needs. The unbroken forwarding trend to digitalization is our core issue. As a successful north German company we are implementing projects of various sizes. For us, trust and reliability are essential in our cooperation with our customers as well as in our team. Whether you want to optimize your IT infrastructure, require certified IT solutions for shipping or marine applications,  ANS is your partner.

Active Network Systems
System Integration 

  • IT-system house
  • Consulting
  • Analysis
  • Conceptions
  • Hybrid IT
  • Cloud provider
  • Security

Active Network Sea Systems
Maritime IT-Solutions

  • People and field tracking

  • Ship IT solutions

  • International IT services

  • Digital surveillance

  • Maintenance and service solutions

  • MIL certified solutions

Our History

  • 2019: Integration of the ANS Group into the AirITSystems GmbH
  • 2017: 50-jähriges Firmenjubiläum der Cocq Datendienst GmbH
  • 2016: ANS Active Network Systems GmbH celebrates its 20-year anniversary
  • 2013: Change of the company name to ANS Active Network Solutions GmbH
  • 2012: Restruction of the ANS-Group
  • 2010: Integration of the Cocq Datendienst GmbH
  • 2008: Foundation of the ANS Active Network Sea Systems GmbH
  • 1996: Foundation of the ANS Active Network Systems GmbH
  • 1996: Foundation of the ANS Ltd. (Huntingdon, UK)
  • 1967: Foundation of the Cocq Datendienst GmbH

Managing director

  • Hanno Sohr
  • Markus Fischer