Watchkeeper nominated for the DAME Design Awards at METSTRADE

We are proud to announce that our award-winning Watchkeeper system has been nominated for the DAME Design Awards at the upcoming METSTRADE show.

Following our Innovation Route Award win at the Cannes Yachting Festival, we’re proud to introduce Watchkeeper to the Metstrade Amsterdam 2025 — a scalable, modular solution that makes advanced maritime safety more accessible than ever.

 

Nominated for the DAME Design Awards

“Being nominated for the DAME Design Awards is a major milestone,” said Marcus WarrelmannCEO of SEA.AI“This recognition shows that the maritime industry not only sees the need for smarter vision-based safety, but also values solutions that make it scalable and accessible. We’re delighted to bring Watchkeeper’s next-generation capabilities to METSTRADE.” 

Designed for simple integration into existing set-ups and intuitive use, Watchkeeper combines clean industrial design with AI-based detection capability.

Its compact housing (110 × 163 × 86 mm) and lightweight design (around 1 kg) enclose optical and thermal sensors capable of detecting a person overboard or a buoy up to 900 meters away, and larger vessels at over 2 kilometers, depending on models and camera set-up.

Metstrade Amsterdam

Watchkeeper: Maritime Vision for All Vessels

Built to complement both sailing and motor vessels, the system’s weatherproof construction and balanced proportions allow seamless integration into any yacht or bridge environment.

 

One Platform, Seven Versions

Based on one platform with seven versions, Watchkeeper adapts to all kinds of boats — from compact sailing yachts to large motor vessels.

Every detail — from cable routing to mounting versatility — reflects our design approach: making advanced maritime vision practical, elegant, and ready for real-world conditions.

Available from €4,490 excl. VAT, it brings professional-grade vision safety within reach for a wider boating community.

Award-Winning Technology Becoming Industry Standard

Since our Innovation Route Award win at the Cannes Yachting Festival and a Marine Research Hub Innovation and Sustainability Award nomination at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Watchkeeper is already gaining traction as “standard equipment” across several forward-thinking boatbuilders and OEMs.


Modular Integration and Global Expansion

Our modular architecture allows installations from compact, single-camera lowlight setups to a full three-camera configuration with two thermal sensors. Integration with networked navigation systems delivers instant alerts to the helm or handheld devices, providing an extra set of unblinking eyes on the water and peace of mind for vessel operators.

With a growing network of over 150 global dealers and OEM partners, we continue to expand our reach through key collaborations that embed our technology directly into new-build production lines, marinas, retailers, and marine electronics specialists.

Through this rapid industry uptake, we are bringing vision-based safety technology from luxury yachts and high-duty-cycle commercial vessels to mainstream recreational boaters.

Meet Us at the Event

Visitors to METSTRADE (18-20 November, RAI Amsterdam) are invited to meet our team at Stand 513 – Hall 1. Schedule a meeting now! 

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