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Two new appointments at e3 Systems

May 18, 2012

The renowned provider of high quality electronic services for luxury yachts, e3 Systems, has recently selected Lynne Devereux as Regional Sales Manager on the Côte d’Azur as well as Alessio Belli as Business Development Manager in Italy.

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Lynne Devereux, an accomplished Business Development Executive, most recently with De Valk Yachts and prior to that with YachtPlus Limited, European Business Jets and Marriott International has joined the e3 team with the remit to focus on growing e3’s business of specialist communication and entertainment services to yachts, yards and management companies based on the Riviera.

Lynne will be based from Antibes and will be working closely with her e3 colleagues and also supporting e3’s local Partners in France and Monaco.

Alessio’s Belli’s new promotion sees him relocate from Barcelona to Viareggio. He will continue to work with his clients in mainland Spain but his main focus will be Italy.

Alessio joined e3 in early 2008 as Sales Manager in Barcelona.  Before joining e3 Alessio worked with Telemar Yachting, in Viareggio, and prior to that was a Senior Consultant in the Cisco Advanced Services Group where he achieved the highest Cisco Certifications including CCIE, CCNP and CCNA.  Whilst he has been with e3 he has undertaken and passed a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA).

Roger Horner, e3 Systems’ Managing Director said, “We are all very pleased with our new appointments. Lynne is bringing us energy, ideas and enthusiasm, and is a strong strategic thinker.  She is perfectly complemented by Alessio’s experience and MBA training. The French and Italian Rivieras and all the yards are key locations for our clients. We believe Lynne and Alessio form an excellent team and will have every success in expanding and extending our services to satisfy and exceed our clients’ expectations.”

MTN Sattelite Communications & E3 Systems Group Photographic Competition at the Antigua Charter Show.

December 29, 2011

This year at the 50th Antigua yacht charter show, MTN Satellite Communications & E3 Systems Group introduced a Photographic Competition among the Yacht Crew.

The Antigua yacht charter show 2011 was deemed a success by many, with 113 yachts, over 300 charter brokers, over 200 non-exhibiting vendors, about 50 press, and lots of new activities, the show had a vibrant buzz despite the rainy weather. The final event at the Copper and Lumber Hotel was the Crew Bash attended by hundreds of crew.  During the event Roger Horner, Managing Director of e3 Systems and Derik Wagner, Managing Director for Yachting of MTN Satellite Communications, announced the winners of the Photo Competition organised, arranged and sponsored by both companies.

There were wonderful entries for the photo competition and the following were chosen as the winners.

The first prize of an iPad for Category 1 which was for the best artistic photo of a VSAT antenna went to Heather and Tim, chefs, on superyacht Numptia for this fabulous photo.

Best artistic photo by Heather and Tim, chefs, on motor yacht Numptia

Best artistic photo by Heather and Tim, chefs, on motor yacht Numptia

The first prize of a VSAT training course for Category 1 which was for most creative photo of a VSAT antenna went to Scot Fraser, 1st Officer on Lady J motor yacht for their Frosty the Snowman VSAT antenna.

Most Creative photo by Scott Fraser 1st officer of yacht Lady J

Most Creative photo by Scott Fraser 1st officer of yacht Lady J

The first prize of a VSAT training course for Category 2 which was for the most creative photo of use of communications went to Rose Tombleson on sailing yacht Rosehearty for photos of Anthony the “radome man”.

Most Creative photo by Rose Tombleson of yacht Rosehearty

Most Creative photo by Rose Tombleson of yacht Rosehearty

The first prize of an iPad for Category 2 which was for the most interesting photo of use of communications went to Sophie of charter yacht Slipstream with this particularly cool photo.

Most Interesting photo by Sophie of yacht Slipstream

Most Interesting photo by Sophie of yacht Slipstream

e3 launches new pre-activated DirecTV decoder service for yachts from Antigua

October 10, 2011

Due to the bottleneck in DirecTV decoder activations, caused by hundreds of yachts and superyachts arriving in the Caribbean simultaneously for the yacht charter season, e3 Antigua has launched a new service to combat these delays and frustrations.

e3 launches new pre-activated DirecTV decoder service for superyachts from e3 Antigua

e3 launches new pre-activated DirecTV decoder service for superyachts from e3 Antigua

Any yacht can either order new, pre-activated DirecTV decoders with 6-month subscriptions, or arrange for existing decoders to be activated on a specific date to coincide with their estimated date of arrival.

New decoders are supplied and activated by e3 Antigua from their office in English Harbour, and can be delivered on board there, or sent to another island if required.

Mark Smith, e3’s Antigua manager, commented: “We have learnt from previous years that it is incredibly frustrating for guests to arrive in the Caribbean and find that the yacht is not set up to receive TV. As result we have launched our new pre-activated service to get the TV service up and running as soon as the yacht arrives”.

Mark went on to stress that clients should be aware that activation may take up to 7 days to arrange after arrival if it is not pre-booked and paid for in advance

e3 Systems opens new base in STP Shipyard Mallorca and launches new Training Facility

September 14, 2011

e3 are pleased to announce the opening of their new base in the recently refurbished RS Global Building inside STP shipyard Mallorca, the Balearics. e3 will retain its head office in Portals Nous but has moved its technical and stores facilities to the new building. e3 joins several other businesses inside STP to offer the super yacht sector a true centre of excellence for refit. The move enables e3’s team of technicians to provide a rapid response to clients inside the yard and makes it easier for captains and crew to drop into the office to discuss their service needs.

Roger Horner, e3’s managing Director commented: “Over the past few years STP’s facilities have been extended and improved. The refurbishment of the RS Global Building has created an ideal environment for us to set up a base within the yard and to be closer to our clients here on Mallorca”.

The move has an added bonus of freeing up space at Head Office and e3 has lost no time in refurbishing this area to create a dedicated training facility. Two years ago e3 recognised the need for training for yacht engineers and started a programme of on-going professional development. The new training area enables the company to respond to the increasing demand for courses and expand the range and number of those delivered.

Roger Horner went on to say “When we first launched our training courses for engineers we were overwhelmed by the demand for places and quickly realised that we needed to expand the facility and programme. We have now done this and are delighted to see that latest training courses are nearly fully booked. “

e3 will be exhibiting at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show and welcomes visitors to their stand QS 89 in the Darse Sud tent.

Veritais signs agreement with marine electronics company e3 Systems

July 04, 2011

Veritais has reached agreement with top marine electronics company e3 Systems to act as a distribution partner for the Mallorca‐based Company. This represents an extension of the Veritais business model that previously focused on specifying premium‐level, on board entertainment systems.

Veritais signs agreement with top marine electronics company e3 Systems - Satellite TV antennae

Veritais signs agreement with top marine electronics company e3 Systems - Satellite TV antennae

Under the new arrangement Veritais will now also be supplying VSAT, 3G Europe, GSM and Air time products, plus the full range of e3 IT and data services. The agreement also allows for a two‐way partnership, with Veritais technicians available to provide dockside support to e3 customers.

“It’s a logical move for us, and one really driven by our clients,” said Veritais managing director David Milner. “The border between entertainment and communications systems has been blurring for some time as Internet and satellite TV services increasingly come supplied via the same hardware as voice and data communications. From our perspective the number of requests that we are receiving to specify and fit VSAT and other similar equipment as part of an integrated entertainment / comms system looks set to only grow. This agreement with e3 Systems opens up an invaluable pool of expertise and experience that will ensure that our customers have access to the latest in IT together with an enhanced support network.”

“We’re very pleased to be working with Veritais,” added e3 Systems managing director Roger Horner. “This partnership offers us the opportunity to reach a new cross section of clients and together, the two companies can offer an unrivalled range of products and services. We look forward to a long and productive relationship.”

e3 Systems has an international team based in Mallorca, Spain with additional offices in Malta, Barcelona and Antigua and associate companies in France and Italy. Its partnership network gives additional coverage in locations such as New Zealand, Holland, Germany and the UK.

e3 Systems signs 100th VSAT contract

March 31, 2011

e3 Systems have been pioneers of VSAT satellite services on super yachts. In addition to installing the first ever VSAT antenna on a super yacht in 2003, they have provided VSAT services on the world’s largest yacht, superyacht Eclipse. e3 Systems has now announced that it recently signed its 100th VSAT contract. 

Yacht Eclipse the largest superyacht charter in the world received VSAT services from e3 Systems

Yacht Eclipse the largest superyacht charter in the world received VSAT services from e3 Systems

e3 Systems signs 100th VSAT contract

e3 Systems signs 100th VSAT contract

The award winning communications integrator claim that their eVSAT service makes buying a VSAT solution simple, fast,  and easy to understand as they can deliver the antenna, below deck equipment, service installation, service contracts, training and support, together with 3G and Inmarsat services, all in one package.  

 Roger Horner, MD of e3 Systems commented: 

“We are delighted to have achieved our target of 100 VSAT contracts. We have become synonymous with VSAT communications and we are confident that our eVSAT service provides the ultimate in end to end satellite broadband solutions which is guaranteed to work, fits any vessel and will run a whole host of best of breed proven applications.  As an integrator we operate with six different VSAT services so that coverage can be obtained in more places with eVSAT than any one satellite operator can provide. We know how essential effective on-board communications are to owners, guests and crew, and we are confident that the extensive experience gained from supplying VSAT services to 100 super yachts enables us to advise any yacht on the most cost effective solution to meet their needs.” 

eVSAT is only available from e3 Systems and e3’s worldwide network of approved partners.

e3 Systems to sponsor Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting Welcome Party

December 06, 2010

e3 Systems are pleased to announce that they will be the main sponsors for the Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting Welcome Party on 6th December in Nelson’s Dockyard.

Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting 2009 - Credit Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting

Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting 2009 - Credit Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting

They are joined by their co-sponsors MTN Satellite Communications, Jetstream and Da Gama Navigation Management.  In addition to sponsoring a Caribbean night of fun and networking they will be taking the opportunity throughout the show to demonstrate what they say are essential broadband services guaranteed to help make a charter yacht more attractive to potential clients. On the morning of the 6th December they will be presenting a breakfast seminar at the Copper and Lumbar Store Hotel entitled: “Why a Successful Charter Yacht Needs Broadband”.

e3’s Antigua office team will be joined for Charter Week by Erik Nieuwmeijer, Group Sales Director and Roger Horner, the Group Managing Director.  The MTN team will be headed up by Derik Wagner, the Managing Director for Yachting.  Jetstream will be headed up by one of the directors Will Faimatea who is also the director and founder of Bond Technical Management. Da Gama will be represented by their Managing Director, Steve Monk.

 “All are welcome to the seminar”, said Roger Horner. “This will be an opportunity for yacht captains, ETOs, managers and charter brokers to talk to some of the industry’s leading experts in VSAT broadband services and safe vessel operation. We will be demonstrating how we can support the yacht’s business, entertainment and safety needs, with specific emphasis on satellite TV and IPTV; how to turn a yacht into a GSM cell; and automated chart, weather and safety services. A charter is guaranteed to run much more smoothly when there is access to all these services, keeping both guests and crew happy.”

e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

November 28, 2010

At the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS), e3 Systems announced the signing of a new partnership with Modern Security Solutions Ltd.

 Modern Security Solutions specialises in remote monitoring and control systems operating via satellite, cellular or wireless networks. They have developed AFIANT Supremacy, a global remote monitoring and control integration platform, aimed at the marine market. e3 Systems specialise in advanced marine electronics and communications. Together the two companies can now offer superyacht owners and managers the ability to remotely monitor situations, or control devices on the yacht, from an internet connected computer anywhere in the world. Roger Horner, Managing Director of e3 Systems commented: “In today’s current climate, security issues have become increasingly important. We recognise that AFIANT Supremacy is a product that is of great value to many yachts. Modern Security Solutions’ partnership with e3 Systems ensures the provision of quality communication services which complements and enhances the effectiveness of the security system”.

e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

AFIANT Supremacy supports traditional CCTV cameras, thermal and more than 300 different network devices. AFIANT’s easy to use bandwidth management functionality provides a cost effective method of delivery.

e3 Systems exhibited in the Superyacht Pavilion at METS. In addition to AFIANT Supremacy, they showcased their eVSAT Bronze, Silver and Gold services; eCell@Sea, which is a GSM on-board service; and eDSC, a data service controller designed to manage all data connections and usage. They also demonstrated The Jetstream, a unique TV media hosting and distribution service allowing users to watch their favourite TV channels anywhere in the world.

Gary Ryland to join the team at e3 Systems

June 10, 2010

e3 Systems is pleased to announce that on 8th June 2010, Gary Ryland joined their team as their Regional Sales Manager based in Antibes. He will be supporting their clients and partners between La Ciotat and Genoa and will be able to provide them with the complete e3 portfolio of products and services including their new and exclusive eVSAT Applications Platform, their unlimited e3G service and their eDSC Data Service Controller with the unique 3G roaming detector.

Gary said, “I am delighted to have become a member of the e3 team. This expansion will mean we can offer unrivalled quality services to all our existing and future clients on the Riviera”

Roger Horner, the Managing Director of e3 Systems said, “Gary is very well known in Antibes yachting circles and we are very happy he has chosen to join our team. His technical sales experience is complemented well by his project management and client support expertise.”

e3 Systems are specialists in advanced marine electronic systems – from concept through construction to cruising, refit and repair, equipment or service, training and global annual support. Their head office is based in Mallorca with companies in Spain, France, Antigua and Malta.  They also have over 30 Partners worldwide ranging from Mallorca to New Zealand.

e3 Systems Spain launch new website

May 25, 2010

After months of preparation and in-depth client consultation e3 Systems have just launched their new website -e3s.com.  e3 Systems’ aim is for the site to become the industry reference point for all advanced marine electronics and services information.  It covers the full range of e3’s recommended technology, services, support and training plus a host of other information including white papers, editorials to the yachting press, technical updates and tips, latest gadgets, gizmos and special offers. The site has some great photos and a few YouTube videos. More videos and photos will be added for fun and support.  e3 also want to encourage clients to send relevant videos or photos to add to the information bank on the site.

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All the content is linked to Twitter, so follow “e3systems” on Twitter and you will be notified of any new technical updates, interesting developments, white papers or dates of new training courses. 

This launch is just the public phase of the website. The second phase will provide personal access for e3 registered Clients and e3 Partners with instant on-line services including contract form completion, buying and account enquiries. There will also be a support desk for on-line queries and a knowledge database.  This is all being developed in parallel with an extensive companywide Customer Relationship Management system which will provide the very latest level of automation for now and the future.

e3 Systems have developed what they call our core3 technology from years of experience providing service on over 2,500 vessels in the marine industry. Typically they are working on between 5 and 10 different vessels every day ranging from 20m yachts to 340m commercial vessels.

Their core3 technology is the best of all the products and systems on the market today. These are the products and systems that perform the best from our experience on real live working vessels and as a result of positive feedback from our clients.

e3 Systems Football World Cup TV data

It’s Football World Cup year.  If you have superyacht owners or guests who want to watch the World Cup and your job depends on it be very careful.  Make sure you will be able to watch it where you expect to be cruising as you may not be able to receive it where you think you will be able to.  The World Cup will be transmitted on BBC and ITV only on Sky and Freeview and this has very limited Med coverage. e3 Systems