Ocean Wise and Trelleborg Advance Whale Protection Through Global Navigation Software Integration
Ocean Wise and Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure today announced a major advancement in marine mammal protection through the international expansion of Ocean Wise’s Whale Report Alert System (WRAS), a real-time alerting tool designed to reduce the risk of ship strikes on whales. This expansion includes a new integration with Trelleborg’s SafePilot Pro software, a professional-grade navigation system used by marine pilots globally.
The WRAS, powered by real-time whale sightings submitted through Ocean Wise’s Whale Report platform as well as visual observations and automated detections submitted by partner organizations delivers alerts to commercial mariners via SMS, email, push notifications and now, directly through Trelleborg’s integrated navigation systems.
Building on the proven success of similar systems on Canada’s West Coast, Trelleborg is partnering with Ocean Wise to deliver real-time alerts to pilots in northwestern Australia – one of the country’s busiest export hubs and a critical stopover for migrating humpback whales from June to October. The integration represents a convergence of Ocean Wise’s proven environmental monitoring expertise with Trelleborg’s advanced navigation technology, creating a seamless solution that enhances both maritime safety and marine conservation.
Commenting on the partnership, Tommy Mikkelsen, Managing Director for Navigation and Piloting division at Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, stated: “This collaboration demonstrates how technology innovation can drive environmental progress. We’re not just providing navigation tools; we’re enabling our users to be active participants in marine conservation. This integration showcases our commitment to developing solutions that serve both operational excellence and environmental responsibility.”
Ocean Wise VP Programs, Dalal Al-Abdulrazzak, said: “This project represents a significant step forward in global marine conservation. By integrating our Whale Report Alert System into widely used navigation systems like SafePilot Pro, Ocean Wise is making it easier for mariners to take action in real time to avoid whales and protect these incredible animals.”
The scalable integration enables Trelleborg to deliver marine mammal protection capabilities across multiple regions while providing Ocean Wise with a strategic distribution channel to embed WRAS technology within professional navigation systems used by commercial mariners worldwide. Ocean Wise continues pursuing partnerships with additional navigation software providers globally, with Trelleborg’s integration establishing an industry model that demonstrates how conservation technology can be seamlessly incorporated into existing maritime operations, creating a practical framework for broader adoption that benefits both commercial operators and marine ecosystems.
For more information on Trelleborg’s SafePilot Pro, please visit – https://www.trelleborg.com/en/marine-and-infrastructure/products-solutions-and-services/marine/navigation-and-piloting/safepilot-pro
For more information on Ocean Wise’s Whale Report Alert System, please visit – https://ocean.org/whales/wras/
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About Trelleborg’s marine and infrastructure operation and Trelleborg Group
Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, part of the Trelleborg Industrial Solutions business area, is a provider of engineered polymer solutions to the marine, infrastructure, and renewable energy industries. It manufactures and installs bespoke fender systems, docking and mooring equipment, oil and gas transfer technology and vessel efficiency technology for marine environments all over the world. Its polymer engineering expertise also extends to its range of general marine products, including navigation aids and buoys. Performing in some of the harshest environments on earth, its principal infrastructure and energy offerings are sealing systems for tunnels, dredging hoses, water management solutions, building vibration isolation, and polymer seals for offshore applications. https://www.trelleborg.com/en/marine-and-infrastructure
Trelleborg leverages in-depth materials and applications expertise with early market insights, making the Group a world leader in engineered polymer solutions. We offer a unique portfolio covering a broad range of applications – even the most complex ones. In 2024, Trelleborg Group reported annual sales of approximately SEK 34 billion, with operations in around 40 countries. The Group comprises three business areas: Trelleborg Industrial Solutions, Trelleborg Medical Solutions, and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. The Trelleborg share has been listed on the Stock Exchange since 1964 and is traded on Nasdaq Stockholm, Large Cap. www.trelleborg.com
About Ocean Wise
Ocean Wise is a global conservation organization on a mission to build communities that take meaningful action to protect and restore our ocean. Through research, education, innovation, and collaboration, we are turning the tide on three major ocean challenges: plastic pollution, overfishing and climate change. By creating communities of concern that include industries, governments, and everyday citizens, we create a future where our ocean and the people who depend on it can thrive. Learn more at ocean.org.
Posted November 26, 2025 by Nic Schulz
