Arrivals without guesswork
The first Vortal for Marinas that sets the standard B2B2C communication
between harbour and skipper — before and during docking.
90% of docking stress comes from two missing pieces: maneuvering space and berth obstacles.
HarbourMate delivers them before arrival. Browser link. No app.
Critical intel delivered BEFORE arrival: berth width (17.5m), maneuvering space (280×180m), speed limits, and approach path — so skippers can plan the perfect maneuver from the safety of open water.
The Harbour–Skipper Standard
Like hospitality adopted a shared language via booking platforms, marinas need a common,
repeatable pre-arrival & last-mile standard. HarbourMate defines it.
The Problem Every Skipper Faces
Currently, 100% of skippers receive berth-specific information only when they're already in front of the assigned berth — too late to plan the maneuver or brief the crew. The two critical unknowns — maneuvering space and depth/berth profile — remain invisible until the last second, causing 90% of arrival stress.
1) Common Data Model
Berth ID, usable widths, depth at berth, maneuvering polygons, POIs and notes — codified once for staff and guests.
Link-based Workflow
Staff selects a berth → unique secure link → skipper opens in browser.
3) API-ready Handshake
Starts manual, scales with REST APIs so PMS/booking triggers the briefing automatically — no migrations required.
Common Data Model
Berth ID, usable widths, depth at berth, maneuvering polygons, POIs and notes — codified once for staff and guests
Link-based Workflow
Staff selects a berth → unique secure link → skipper opens in browser
API-ready Handshake
Starts manual, scales with REST APIs so PMS/booking triggers the briefing automatically — no migrations required
HarbourMate turns scattered PDFs, emails and calls into one unified pre-arrival standard — reducing staff workload and eliminating 90% of last-minute queries.
Why a Digital Twin for marinas?
Clarity before the breakwater: the right info, in time.
Maneuvering Brief
Exact maneuvering space, usable widths, distance from entrance, and nearby obstacles - all calculated for your assigned berth. Share the brief with your crew before you even leave port.
Depth & Berth Profile
One rock you didn't see. One meter you didn't check. Berth-specific depth data, quay profiles, and seabed conditions—so your arrival is uneventful.
Zero IT Disruption
Your team keeps using the tools they know. HarbourMate slots in seamlessly - start sharing berth data today, automate everything tomorrow. No training budget needed.
Core pillars
Efficiency for staff, confidence for skippers.
Berth guidance (GPS-ready)
Real-time GPS navigation from entrance to your assigned berth - follow the blue route with live speed limits and maneuver guidance. No app downloads, no searching: instant wayfinding overlaid on the interactive marina map with approach instructions at your fingertips.
DXP, not a PMS
HarbourMate integrates with your PMS via API — keeping booking, invoicing, and inventory intact. We add the missing layer: pre-arrival briefs, GPS navigation, wayfinding, and territory discovery. Operations stay efficient; guest experience becomes exceptional.
Tourism Experience Hub PLUS
Beyond docking: extend the interactive map to the surrounding territory with curated routes and experiential POIs. Transform your marina from a parking lot into a destination gateway that drives local tourism and partner revenue.
Still using static PNG/PDFs and Google Maps?
Why static maps and radio belong to the past decade.
Visual Comparison: Static vs Smart Navigation
Feature Comparison Table
| Feature | Static PDF/PNG | Google Maps + Radio | HarbourMate (DXP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPS-compatible navigation | Static image | To entrance only | To assigned berth |
| Berth-specific depth data | No | No | Yes |
| Reduces arrival stress | No | Minimal | Yes |
| Turning space & obstacles | No | No | Yes |
| Auto-update on berth change | Resend file | Manual radio | Same link updates |
| Mobile experience | Zoom/scroll hell | Basic map view | Native web UI |
| Staff time required | Medium | High | Low |
GPS-compatible navigation
Berth-specific depth data
Reduces arrival stress
Turning space & obstacles
Auto-update on berth change
Mobile experience
Staff time required
Pricing
Indicative structure for what's included per level (non-commercial preview).
| Items | BASE | STANDARD Most chosen | PLUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Twin Activation + Monthly Fee | active | active | active |
| Digital Twin Coverage | Entry area / main docks | Complete port + surroundings | Port + extended tourist area / multi-marina |
| Port size (active berths) | Up to 300 | Up to 600 | 601+ / multi-marina |
| Cost per active berth | active | active | active |
| Link Generator (dockmaster) | active | active | active |
| Data Plan (links + views/mo) | Optional | included | included |
| Routing / Wayfinding | Optional | Optional | included |
| Analytics / Dashboard | Optional | Basic monthly report | Advanced + CSV export |
| API / Integrations | Optional | Optional | included |
| Port service POI | Up to 5 | Up to 20 | Up to 50 |
| Partner POI / territory | Up to 5 | Up to 10 | Up to 20 |
| iFrame (interactive map) | Optional | included | included |
| Language & Localization | EN only | EN·IT·ES·FR | + custom labels |
| Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) | Not available | Optional | Optional |
| Contract end / Static Export | PDF / CAD | PDF / CAD | PDF / CAD |
| Contact for BASE | Contact for STANDARD | Contact for PLUS |
BASE
STANDARD Most chosen
PLUS
How it works
Port staff: select, copy, send. Skipper: tap link, see everything. Works on any device, any browser.
Berth management (staff)
As usual, assign the berth in your Marina system and select it on HarbourMate WEB Dashboard.
On Dashboard, select the assigned berth and copy the generated link.
Send Link via Email/WhatsApp/Messenger. Done.
Skipper (1 click)
Opens the link (no download, no login).
Sees route to berth, maneuvering space, depth & berth profile.
Briefs crew and docks with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about HarbourMate
"Finally, a tool that speaks the language skippers actually need. Our VHF traffic from new arrivals dropped 20% in the first month."
— Marina Manager, Mediterranean pilot projectEarly Access
Neutral updates + live demo. No tracking, no cookies.
What you get
- Flat €2,500 Y1 all-inclusive (standard setup)
- Priority implementation during beta
- 1:1 onboarding and staff training
- Direct feedback loop to influence the roadmap