September, 2024 – Stornoway was successful in their bid to retain their Hydro Tasmania maintenance contract and partnered with Asset Vision to enable more efficient and innovative processes. 

A New Era in Maintenance  

Stornoway has been a trusted partner to Hydro Tasmania since 2009, providing comprehensive asset management services with a focus on the effective management and maintenance. Over the 15-year partnership, Stornoway have continuously collaborated to enhance and refine their service delivery, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of Hydro Tasmania. 

Stornoway’s operations are closely aligned with the best interests of Hydro Tasmania, driven by a commitment to the optimal performance, safety, and longevity of their assets. 

Stornoway recognises that effective asset management is not only vital to Hydro Tasmania’s operations but also to the well-being of the broader community and environment. 

 

Cameron Philip, from Stornoway commented:  

“We chose Asset Vision for Enterprise Asset Management in our new contract because it delivers the transparency we need. Asset Vision’s platform, accessible on iOS, Android, and web interfaces, allows for seamless inspections, maintenance, and management of assets. 

Its real-time data synchronisation between web and mobile keeps our operations accurate and up-to-date. We also anticipate significant efficiency savings by utilising Autopilot inspection imagery, which reduces the need for extensive travel across a statewide contract”. 

Anticipated Benefits: 

The shift to Asset Vision’s system is expected to yield numerous benefits for Stornoway and Hydro Tasmania, including: 

• Increased Efficiency: Streamlined processes and enhanced automation will lead to faster response times and reduced operational overheads. 

• Cost Savings: Better asset management and maintenance scheduling will help optimise resources and reduce lifecycle costs. 

• Enhanced Transparency: Real-time data and improved reporting will foster greater transparency and accountability in asset management and financial planning. 

Looking Forward: 

Stornoway and Asset Vision are looking at future opportunities for collaboration and cost efficiencies across other business units and contracts in the future.  

About Asset Vision 

Asset Vision is an Australian-based company specialising in Enterprise Asset Management solutions. Our innovative, cloud-based platform is used by thousands of users across various industries, including transport, utilities, and marine. By providing comprehensive tools for asset management, inspection, and maintenance, we empower organisations to manage their infrastructure more efficiently, reduce costs, and ensure long-term sustainability. 

About Stornoway 

Stornoway, a privately-owned Australian company, was founded in Tasmania over 45 years ago. Now part of the Australian business community with operations primarily across Tasmania but also in South- East Queensland. Today Stornoway delivers a wide range of infrastructure services to local government, state government, government businesses and the private sector. 

For more information on Stornoway please visit https://www.stornoway.com.au/

Melbourne, VIC – August 2024 – Asset Vision, a leader in Enterprise Asset Management solutions, is proud to announce a new partnership with Gippsland Ports, one of Victoria’s most vital port authorities. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the management and maintenance of Gippsland’s extensive marine and port infrastructure.

Empowering Gippsland Ports with Advanced Asset Management Tools

Gippsland Ports, responsible for a vast and diverse network of marine assets across Victoria’s eastern coast, has chosen Asset Vision to enhance their asset management capabilities. This strategic partnership will provide Gippsland Ports with cutting-edge tools to streamline maintenance processes, optimise operational efficiency, and ensure the long-term sustainability and safety of their assets.

With the implementation of Asset Vision’s cloud-based platform, Gippsland Ports will now have access to a centralised system that integrates all aspects of asset management. This includes real-time data on asset conditions, AI-driven inspection technologies, and seamless collaboration between internal teams and external contractors. These features are essential for managing the complex and dynamic environments associated with ports and marine operations.

A Strategic Partnership for the Future

The decision by Gippsland Ports to partner with Asset Vision reflects a shared commitment to innovation and operational excellence. By leveraging Asset Vision’s comprehensive asset management platform, Gippsland Ports aims to enhance their ability to manage their infrastructure proactively, minimise downtime, and allocate resources more effectively.

“At Gippsland Ports, we are always looking for ways to improve the way we manage our assets, ensuring that we continue to provide safe and efficient services to the community,” Gippsland Ports said. “Asset Vision’s platform offers the advanced functionality and flexibility we need to achieve our goals, and we are excited to embark on this journey together.”

Navigating the Future of Marine Asset Management

This partnership not only underscores Asset Vision’s expanding footprint in the ports and marine sector but also highlights the growing importance of innovative technology in the management of critical infrastructure. As Gippsland Ports continues to play a vital role in Victoria’s marine and port operations, Asset Vision’s platform will be instrumental in supporting their mission to maintain and improve their assets.

“We are delighted to welcome Gippsland Ports to the Asset Vision family,” said Damian Smith, Co-Founder and Co-CEO at Asset Vision. “This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to delivering high-impact, tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients. We look forward to working closely with Gippsland Ports to help them achieve their asset management goals and set new standards in the industry.”

About Asset Vision

Asset Vision is an Australian-based company specialising in Enterprise Asset Management solutions. Our innovative, cloud-based platform is used by thousands of users across various industries, including transport, utilities, and marine. By providing comprehensive tools for asset management, inspection, and maintenance, we empower organisations to manage their infrastructure more efficiently, reduce costs, and ensure long-term sustainability.

About Gippsland Ports

Gippsland Ports is the local port manager for over 1400 square kilometers of waterways in Victoria, Australia. With a focus on safety, environmental sustainability, and operational efficiency, Gippsland Ports manages a wide range of infrastructure and services that are crucial to the region’s maritime industry and the communities they serve.

In an unprecedented leap forward for municipal infrastructure management, Asset Vision has announced the launch of its latest feature, Autopilot AI. This cutting-edge technology promises to redefine how councils monitor and maintain road networks, utilising sophisticated artificial intelligence to autonomously detect, categorise and report maintenance defects.

In a world where the demands on public infrastructure are growing and the budget constraints are tightening, Asset Vision’s latest feature, Autopilot AI, emerges as a new breakthrough of efficiency and innovation. This new feature, integrated into Asset Vision’s world-renowned Enterprise asset management platform, is set to revolutionise the way local councils approach road maintenance in the future.

How It Works:

Autopilot AI harnesses the power of advanced machine learning algorithms and lidar-enabled high-resolution imaging to continuously survey road networks using a mobile device mounted in the windscreen on municipal vehicles. As these vehicles traverse roadways the cameras capture static images, then the AI scans for a range of defects, including potholes and various types of cracking.

The AI’s deep learning capabilities allow users to identify not only visible defects but also patterns indicative of underlying issues. The capture of regular road images allows road maintainers to intimately monitor the health of their networks and enable a more proactive approach to maintenance rather than reactive ones. 

Key Features:

1. Near Real-Time Defect Detection: Autopilot AI processes the image data as they are uploaded into the AV Platform, enabling immediate notification of maintenance needs. This rapid response capability significantly reduces the time between defect occurrence and remediation, minimising potential hazards for road users, and potential litigation risk for councils.
2. Preventative Scheduling: By analysing trends on historical data, users can more proactively prioritise and address road defects before they become increasingly costly.
3. Automated Reporting: The system automatically generates detailed reports and spatial documentation of detected defects. This automation streamlines workflow and ensures accurate, up-to-date records for operational and budgeting purposes.
4. Seamless Integration: Designed to complement the existing existing EAM platform, Autopilot AI is embedded into Asset Vision’s platform, providing a unified interface for asset management and maintenance planning. Autopilot AI is also able to integrate and complement existing solutions.

Transformative Impact:

The release of Autopilot AI is poised to have a transformative impact on local governments and infrastructure management. Councils can expect to see substantial improvements in road safety and maintenance efficiency, with a significant reduction in manual inspections and human error.

Damian Smith, Co-CEO of Asset Vision, commented on the launch:

“Our mission has always been to empower councils with the tools they need to manage assets effectively. Autopilot AI is a game-changer in this regard. It’s not just about detecting defects; it’s about creating a smarter, more responsive approach to infrastructure management that can adapt to the evolving needs of our communities.”

Looking Ahead:

Asset Vision is currently enhancing AutoPilot to capture LiDAR information accompanying each photo, using the inbuilt hardware available on selected iPhones. With this information we will be able more accurately measure the size of detected defects, as well as their location relative to the road

itself. This approach enables greater defect classification, as we will be able to tell the difference between a defect that is in a traffic lane versus the edge of the road or even on the shoulder, as well as its approximate size in cm. It also enables greater accuracy, as we can disqualify detected defects that are clearly not on the road or shoulder.

Asset Vision is already in discussions with several councils eager to implement Autopilot AI, and we anticipate a wave of interest from those seeking to enhance their infrastructure management practices, save time and precious ratepayer dollars.

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