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Sjors van Ruiten leads Praxis Automation Technology to world top in maritime technology in 40 years
Published on 1 February 2024Superyachts, naval frigates and the largest container ships in the world: all of these vessel types feature hardware and software produced by Praxis Automation Technology. The company from Leiderdorp, the Netherlands develops innovative systems for the maritime sector. Owner, and creative mind, Sjors van Ruiten has been at the company for 40 years, though he’s the last person to boast about it.
‘Sjors’ strength lies in his ability to continually reimagine electronic solutions.’
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Benjamin van Dam appointed Managing Director at Praxis Automation Technology BV - Terry van Velzen to retire
Published on 1 December 2023After having managed Praxis Automation for the last 5 years, Terry van Velzen will retire on 31st January 2024. Benjamin van Dam, who is currently the Sales Director of Praxis, will succeed Terry as Managing Director on February 1st 2024.
Benjamin van Dam has a strong background in the maritime sector. He has 15 years of experience within the organization, which gives him a solid start as new managing director of Praxis Automation.
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Praxis Automation Awarded Major Contract By Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services To Equip Entire Fleet With Dynamic Positioning Systems
Published on 21 September 2023Praxis Automation, a global leader in ship Automation, electrical propulsion and dynamic positioning systems, announced that it has been awarded a long-term collaborative contract by Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Service (RVOS), a Saudi world class support service provider to the offshore industry. RVOS is one of the offshore service companies of Rawabi Energy company.
Under this RVOS fleet-wide contract, new build and existing offshore support vessels will be equipped with Praxis dynamic positioning systems, as well as customised equipment and software for digitization of the fleet in phases agreed with RVOS. This collaboration marks a pivot point in advancing maritime technology and safety in the gulf region.
In total Praxis Automation will supply 59 shipsets of Praxis DP-2 systems under this contract, facilitating a remarkable transformation of RVOS's fleet capabilities. This comprehensive project encompasses the conversion of 39 vessels with existing DP systems to Praxis DP-2 System, including the supply to 20 newbuild vessels ordered by RVOS from other regions in the world.
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“MPA Guardian” – Singapore’s first hybrid-electric patrol boat delivered to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Powered by Praxis Automation
Published on 27 September 2022The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has taken delivery and operationalized Singapore’s first hybrid-electric patrol boat with Bureau Veritas’ “Electric Hybrid” notation. Christened “MPA Guardian”, the patrol and emergency response craft was built by Singapore-based Penguin Shipyard International (Penguin) and designed by Southampton-based BMT, with power and control systems supplied by Praxis as part of the latter’s new electric propulsion product line.
MPA Guardian is a 34.5m multi-role command boat, with bespoke surveillance, search-and-rescue and firefighting capabilities. She is designed for patrolling duties within the port of Singapore and for quick response to marine incidents outside the port.
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Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services recommendation letter Praxis Automation Dynamic Positioning System
Published on 27 September 2022Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services (RVOS) , based on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, provides offshore support vessels and integrated offshore marine solutions to support the global energy industry. In 2019, RVOS selected the Praxis Dynamic Positioning system to upgrade a series of 14 vessels from DP1 to DP2 class DP systems.
The systems were supplied through the Singapore-based branch office Praxis Automation Far East.
Praxis is proud to have received a recommendation letter from Mr. Ahmed Alqadeeb, CEO of Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services which reflects our good cooperation very well.Since the refit program, Praxis has been selected to supply the DP2 systems for four newbuilding projects which are currently under construction.
We look forward to making these projects as big of a success as the refit program.
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Praxis Automation Technology and Frydenbø Industri sign repeat order contract for five sets In-line Hybrid Propulsion Systems
Published on 27 September 2022Praxis Automation Technology is proud to announce that it has been contracted by Frydenbø Industri AS for a repeat order. The contract specifies to supply 3+2 full sets of Hybrid Electric Propulsion Systems for Aqua Culture workboats to be operated in Norway. Together, Frydenbø and Praxis have defined a standard, yet scalable system for electrification of existing vessel as well as newbuilding projects. The concept has already proven its outstanding performance on two aquaculture workboats which are currently in operation in Norway.
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See you at SMM 2022!
Published on 26 August 2022Praxis Automation Technology hereby kindly invites you to pay a visit to our booth #418 in hall B6 during the upcoming SMM exhibition.
We are thrilled to be back in Hamburg after such a long time and we look forward to meeting old friends and making new connections.
As always, we will showcase our latest products which include the electric propulsion product range consisting of the GreenBattery Energy Storage System, GreenInverter High Power Inverter, GreenMotor Permanent Magnet motors/generators and of course the Energy Management System. As we are world-leading supplier of automation and dynamic positioning systems we will demonstrate the latest developments in these fields as well.
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Visit us at NAVALIA 2022
Published on 4 May 2022Please make sure to pay us a visit during the upcome NAVALIA 2022 exhibition on 24-26 May in Vigo, Spain.
We will showcase our latest developments in vessel automation and electric propulsion together with our Spanish partners Electrónica Edimar.
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Frydenbø Industri and Praxis Automation Technology showcasing Hybrid Propulsion solution at Nor-Shipping 2022
Published on 4 April 2022Frydenbø Industri and Praxis Automation Technology are showcasing their Hybrid Propulsion solution at Nor-Shipping 2022. Recently, the fish farm support vessel MAUREL, built at PROMEK shipyard, was launched with this unique in-line hybrid propulsion train.
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Hellenic Navy upgrades Machitis class with Praxis Integrated Platform Management System.
Published on 1 April 2022Praxis automation recently was awarded the contract for the refit for the first of class P266 HS Machitis. After 18 years of extensive daily use, the originally installed Praxis engine room automation system will be replaced by an Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) with state-of-the-art hardware and software to hopefully last another 20 years. The refit and setting to work of the Praxis IPMS system will be executed by the Hellenic navy designated shipyard in 2022.
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New Dynamic Positioning Systems contracts awarded to Praxis Automation Technology
Published on 28 March 2022Praxis automation was recently awarded several contracts for Dynamic Positioning Systems in the Far East and Middle east
Six Dynamic positioning systems were ordered through Praxis Automation China with several local shipyards. Also, Praxis Singapore were able to secure a contract for seven offshore related vessels.
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Refit Vessel Management System Contract for Praxis Automation Technology
Published on 28 March 2022Praxis automation recently was awarded a contract for the refit of Vessel Management system for MV Cape Orlando through their long-term local US partner and system integrator Ramtec out of Houston. The refit and setting to work of the Automation system will be executed by Ramtec in the San Francisco Bay area.
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Powered by Praxis: Norwegian Hybrid Aquaculture Support Vessel in full operation
Published on 17 March 2022The World's first inline hybrid Aquaculture support vessel is now in operation, and it's powered with a complete hybrid electric propulsion system manufactured by Praxis Automation Technology.
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Praxis Automation Technology GreenBattery Energy Storage System (ESS) Awarded DNV Certification
Published on 24 August 2021Praxis Automation Technology proudly announces that it has received Type Approval by DNV for its GreenBattery Energy Storage System (ESS) for use in battery-powered or hybrid vessels and off-shore units. A signing ceremony was held on August 23rd 2021 at the Praxis head office and production facility in Leiderdorp, The Netherlands.
With the approval, DNV confirms that the GreenBattery ESS is fully compliant with the latest international standards, regulations and DNV rules. DNV is the leading authority in the field of marine battery approval.
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Our Praxis in-house fully automated SMD Printed Circuit Board production line
Published on 25 May 2021Our Praxis in-house fully automated SMD Printed Circuit Board production line is in full swing to supply Marine Automation products to our high demanding Customers. The video shows our 16-channel input PCB for engine room automation.
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The Praxis Fleet Management System allows Ship-owners to view their fleet Performance through the internet.
Published on 19 May 2021The Mega-Guard Fleet Management System (FMS) is an Internet-based application for the monitoring and reporting of ship’s data derived from seagoing vessels.
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Integrated Platform Management Systems for Naval and Coast Guard vessels
Published on 18 March 2021The Integrated Platform Management Systems (IPMS) is a sophisticated automation & control system solution for naval vessels such as patrol boats, LPD/LST, corvettes and frigates. The Praxis Mega Guard IPMS for Naval and Coast Guard vessels incorporates propulsion, electrical, HVAC, CCTV, auxiliary and damage control systems into one integrated solution.
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Sneakpreview of our new Mega Guard Electric technology demonstrator with hybrid Electric propulsion
Published on 25 January 2021We had some delay because of COVID-19 travel restriction but here she is our brand-new Explorer yacht “Mega Guard Electric” featuring Praxis Automation Technology latest products for integrated automation and navigation as well as Electric propulsion.
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Praxis Automation Technology successfully completed sea trails for 109m Cable Lay Vessel “DNEX PACIFIC LINK” retrofitting the DP2, PCS and VMS
Published on 22 January 2021DNEX Pacific Link is a 27 years old sub-marine cable laying vessel, equipped with 3 x Bow Thrusters and 2 x Azimuth thrusters, capable of laying and maintaining sub-marine cables. The vessel had received a major overhaul to replaced its onboard obsolete system before she goes for operation in South East Asia.
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Praxis Automation Completes Work on German Diving Bell Ship
Published on 20 January 2021Praxis Automation has successfully delivered and set to work the Mega Guard engine-room alarm and monitoring system for the German FMSW Koblenz / WSA Rhine operating the vessel as diving support ship, as sub-supplier to Electrical contractor Van der Leun and Damen shipyard. Following her completion, the vessel has recently undertaken successful river trials.
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2021 be ready, here we come
Published on 31 December 2020On the brink of the new year, we would like to thank all our dear business relations for their continued support and loyalty in working with Praxis Automation Technology systems. We wish for a happy, prosperous and most of all a healthy new year for all of us.
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Wärtsilä UK and Praxis join hands on ferry project for Caledonian MacBrayne
Published on 3 November 2020Praxis Automation Technology is pleased to announce that it recently has been awarded a contract by Wärtsilä UK Ltd for the automation- and power management system for two large, dual-fuel, roll-on roll-off (RoRo) passenger ferries for Caledonian Maritime Assets (CMAL) being built at Ferguson shipyard in Port Glasgow, Scotland.
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Flexible yet standardized: Praxis Automation Technology to supply Hybrid Propulsion System for Norwegian aquaculture workboat
Published on 30 October 2020Praxis Automation Technology is proud to announce that it has been contracted by Frydenbø Industri AS, to manufacture and supply the Hybrid Electric Propulsion System for a twin hull aquaculture workboat. The new PROCAT 1475 type will be built by PROMEK Shipyard in Smøla, Norway for EWOS. EWOS, a subsidiary of Cargill, is a long-time leader in the international aquaculture industry, with a well-earned reputation as a feed supplier.
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Arksen 85 “Project Ocean” with Praxis Hybrid Propulsion Package in production
Published on 22 October 2020Earlier this month Arksen‘s first Explorer Vessel, the Arksen 85 “Project Ocean”, has gone into production in the UK at Isle of Wight based Wight Shipyard Company. The 85 model is the ‘flagship’ of the Arksen Explorer Series. Project Ocean has a full hybrid propulsion package and energy management system supplied by Praxis Automation Technology.
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Praxis Automation Technology has successfully commissioned a DP2 vessel in the Middle East using the ShipView ship to shore connection
Published on 8 September 2020Praxis Automation Technology has succeeded in commissioning a DP2 system in Middle East via a remote commissioning link with the Singapore and Netherlands offices. This was mainly performed in view of travel restrictions by the Covid-19 pandemic and nevertheless assisting the customers swiftly in getting the vessel into operation.
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Praxis Automation Technology obtains a refit automation contract for Jan De Nul Group’s Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger “Gerardus Mercator”
Published on 22 July 2020Praxis Automation Technology has recently received an order from the dredging company Jan De Nul Group to install a complete new Vessel Management System as part of a midlife upgrade package for this vessel.
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Ro-Ro Ferry FINBO CARGO successfully refitted with Praxis Automation Technology Digital Engine Control System
Published on 16 July 2020Praxis recently installed four Engine Control Systems (ECS) which have been successfully commissioned for customer Eckerö Line International. The ECS system for Wärtsilä W38 engines were refitted onboard their Ro-Ro Ferry FINBO CARGO.
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Praxis Automation Technology delivered 100th Monitoring & Control system for VDL AEC Maritime Exhaust Gas Cleaning System
Published on 13 July 2020Praxis Automation Technology and VDL AEC Maritime have designed a Monitoring & Control system for the VDL AEC Maritime Exhaust Gas Cleaning System, also known as exhaust gas ‘scrubber’.
By combining strengths, knowledge and years of experience the two companies have developed a state-of-the-art solution which in the meantime has been installed in 100 vessels.
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Praxis Automation Technology introduces refit solution for Digital Engine Control System
Published on 9 July 2020Praxis Automation Technology and MSA-Service have co-designed an optimized refit solution for a digital Engine Control Systems (ECS). By combining resources, knowledge and years of experience the two companies have developed an ideal solution to refit and upgrade the Engine Control System for several Wärtsilä W38 engine types (i.e. 6L38, 8L38, 9L38, 12V38, 18V38).
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Mini-Guard retires at Praxis Automation after 35 years of loyal service
Published on 8 July 2020This is the very last Mini-Guard we have taken into production. The first installation dates back to 1985. Since then 20.000 units have been produced and installed on various type of vessels. We salute the Praxis’ Mini Guard for these 35 years of loyal service and wish her a well-deserved retirement.
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Important Notification: Influence COVID-19 on Praxis operations
Published on 7 April 2020Dear customer,
We’d like to inform you about the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has on our operations. Over the past two to three weeks, Praxis Automation Technology has taken various measures to minimize the risk of infection in the workplace of our employees. These preventive measures have ensured a steady supply chain of our products. We are currently not facing any issues with our deliveries and commitments. We also don’t expect any such issues on short notice.
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New generation yacht-line panel PC available at Praxis Automation Technology
Published on 7 April 2020The new marine-grade Mega-Guard panel PC is a high performance Intel®Dual Core Pentium i5/i7 platform with touch screen operation. Front panel control brightness for bridge application is also included. The panel PC is easy to connect to the bridge power distribution system becasue it is 24VDC powered – just like all Praxis marine electronics products. The panel PC is ideal for Mega-Guard Integrated Bridge System and Vessel Management System console applications.
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Praxis Automation Technology awarded contract for automation refit Netherlands Navy “Pelikaan” by Alewijnse Marine
Published on 3 April 2020Praxis Automation Technology is pleased to announce that it recently has been awarded a contract by Alewijnse Marine for the automation system refit onboard Royal Netherlands Navy “Pelikaan”.
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Praxis Automation onboard Polish Navy Tug BOLKO
Published on 2 March 2020We salute The Polish navy for taking delivery of the first multi-role tug called “Bolko” and thank Remontowa Shipyard for selecting Praxis Automation as their Vessel Management System supplier for this Project.
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Praxis Awarded Contract for Automation Refit “Barend Biesheuvel”
Published on 26 February 2020Praxis Automation Technology is pleased to announce that it recently has been awarded a contract by Maritiem Elektro Zeeland for the automation system refit onboard Dutch Coast Guard vessel “Barend Biesheuvel”.
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Arksen & Praxis Pioneer Hybrid Propulsion System For 70-100ft Explorer Yachts
Published on 22 January 2020Arksen has partnered with Praxis Automation Technology to develop the hybrid propulsion systems and vessel management systems for their 20-30m range of explorer yachts. The Netherlands-based technology company develops, manufactures and delivers innovative ship automation, navigation and electric propulsion equipment for all types of vessels and shares many common goals with Arksen, notably the joint desire to design and build a more sustainable and environmental conscious ocean going vessel.
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DP Training Experience at Praxis Automation Technology B.V.
Published on 17 December 2019After working at Praxis for just a few short months as assistant automation engineer, I realised I felt the pride that I had never felt when in the army. To begin with I was afraid that my knowledge and skills were not up to standard, or had become rusty. I need not have worried; Praxis gave me so many opportunities to learn. I continually experienced challenges that forced me to counter difficulties in technical and innovative ways. I regained my confidence and found the drive to succeed in my career.
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Major Control Systems order for 12 new-build LNG fueled platform supply vessels (PSV)
Published on 9 December 2019Praxis Automation Technology has recently received an order for propulsion control systems and joystick control steering systems for 12 new-build LNG fueled platform supply vessels. The ships are being built for China Oilfield Services Co Ltd (COSL) at the Wuchang Shipbuilding Heavy Industry yard and the Liaonan Shipyard in China.
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Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services has contracted Praxis to retrofit 14 ships with DP Systems Class 2
Published on 18 June 2019Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Services has contracted Praxis Automation Technology to deliver a complete solution of its Dynamic Positioning System onboard their fleet of Offshore Supply Vessels operating out of Saudi Arabia. The contract includes the retrofit of 14 ships with a Praxis Automation Class 2 Dynamic Positioning (DP) system, including the integration to the ship’s power distribution system and control systems.
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Praxis Automation Technology signs contract for Dutch Maritime Pilot’s Association L-class tender
Published on 29 May 2019Praxis Automation Technology has been awarded the contract to supply a complete vessel automation system for the latest Lynx class pilot tender of the Dutch Maritime Pilot’s Association (Loodswezen). The tender is currently under construction at Next Generation Shipyards in Lauwersoog, The Netherlands. The tender scheduled for delivery in March 2020 is the first in a series of three vessels.
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Technology Demonstrator “Mega-Guard Electric” rolled out at Naval Yachts
Published on 2 April 2019Praxis Automation Technology demonstrator “Mega-Guard Electric”, which is under construction at Naval Yachts Antalya, rolled out the factory on March 21st, 2019. The 18-meter explorer yacht with a range of 4000 NM is intended as technology demonstrator for Praxis Automation’s new Hybrid GreenPropulsion concept.
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Vessel Management System supply contract with Nobiskrug shipyard signed
Published on 2 April 2019Praxis Automation Technology has recently received an order from Nobiskrug shipyard to supply Vessel Management Systems (VMS) for further superyachts ranging from 60-80 meters length. The contract for the Vessel Management System includes design and equipment delivery of all engine room monitoring and control systems onboard the three Yachts. The VMS system is based on the Praxis Mega Guard E-series product line.
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Refit for Diving Support Vessel Rever Polaris
Published on 18 February 2019Praxis Automation Technology has at the end of last year received an order from Rever Offshore to install a complete new Vessel Management System as part of a midlife upgrade package for the engine room and diesel engine controller automation and control systems.
The contract for the Vessel Management System includes design and equipment delivery of all engine room monitoring and control systems onboard the vessel.
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WEG and PRAXIS sign MoU to support Damen Saab BID for the Brazilian Navy
Published on 17 December 2018WEG and PRAXIS sign MoU to support Damen Saab BID for the Brazilian Navy
On December 13th, Brazilian company WEG Electric Equipment and Dutch company Praxis Automation Technology, both leading companies within their respective fields, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the bid of Damen Shipyards Group and Saab for the construction of four corvettes for the Brazilian Navy. For the Tamandaré class corvettes bid, Praxis and WEG will be partners for the supply of the complete Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS). -
Jurjen Jobse wins prize for research into fatigue in shipping
Published on 27 November 2018Jurjen Jobse wins prize for research into fatigue in shipping
Jurjen Jobse, employee of Praxis Automation Technology B.V., studied Maritime Officer at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam. During one of his traineeships at Maersk he studied the fatigue phenomenon, a form of fatigue caused by excessive exertion. The resulting concentration problems are dangerous for safety and navigation on board ships.
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New Managing Director for Praxis Automation Technology B.V.
Published on 19 October 2018New Managing Director for Praxis Automation Technology B.V.
Mr. Terry van Velzen will be appointed as the Managing Director at Praxis Automation Technology BV in Leiderdorp, The Netherlands, effective from 1 November 2018.
After completing his study as an aeronautical engineer, he fulfilled various management and executive positions with technology companies in the aircraft- and shipbuilding industry, such as Fokker Aircraft, Imtech Marine and most recently by BMA Technology, he will continue his career at Praxis Automation Technology BV.
Terry van Velzen will succeed co-founder Mr. Sjors van Ruiten in this position who will remain involved in the company as Chairman with strong focus on innovation and product development.
Praxis Automation Technology will, under Terry van Velzen’s responsibility, further expand and develop as a Global Product supplier for the shipbuilding industry with a focus on customer relations and business development.
