Unlocking Intelligent Navigation & Seamless Vessel Management Through Rules-Based AI

iNav4U- Leading The Way- Zora 3.0

Discover Zora 3.0 by Inav4u — the world’s first open yacht operating system. More than a chartplotter, Zora unifies all onboard systems, sensors, and apps into one intelligent interface with smart automation and AI. Visit us at Booth 12.517 in the Canadian Pavilion to see how we’re shaping the future of integrated yacht navigation.

Zora 3.0: The Next Generation of Chartplotters

iNav4U is pioneering a new category in
marine technology; unifying navigation,
safety, and vessel management into one
intelligent ecosystem.

REDEFINING MARINE INTELLIGENCE

All Your Yacht Systems, All In One Screen.
Zora 3.0 is the intelligent operating system for yachts and
sailing vessels, a new category that replaces fragmented
hardware and disconnected apps with one seamless
platform of software and hardware.

ZORA 3.0 Command with Clarity

METSTRADE 2025

Inav4u Inc.

FINALLY, EVERYTHING ON YOUR YACHT JUST WORKS - TOGETHER.

iNav4U is delivering the first fully integrated, end-to-end platform that unifies yacht management, operations, and navigation in one seamless system. By embedding Aqua Map’s advanced marine charts directly into Zora, captains and yacht owners gain real-time
situational awareness and advanced vessel management tools - without juggling multiple apps and devices. The result is a single, intelligent interface that covers every aspect of yacht ownership, from voyage planning and safety to finances and maintenance.

“For too long, captains have had to switch between fragmented systems for navigation, management, and maintenance,” said Olivier Hendrikx, CEO of iNav4U. “By integrating Aqua
Maps charts into Zora, we are creating the unified platform the industry has been waiting for—one that makes yacht operations smarter, safer, and simpler.”

With this collaboration, Zora, powered by Aqua Map, becomes the first all-encompassing solution for yachting. Users can now manage navigation, voyage planning, documents, alarms, safety, maintenance, finances, and third-party app integrations—all in one place.

"Captains will welcome this seamless integration, bringing all on-board equipment together on a single screen,"
said Giorgio Ghiggini, Co-Founder of Aqua Map. "Zora will open a new chapter in marine navigation technology and, for the first time, bring Aqua Map charts to the PC. ”And there’s more to come.
Hendrikx and the iNav4U team will unveil a major announcement at the upcoming METS Trade Show in Amsterdam, the world’s largest marine equipment event.

About iNav4U
iNav4U is the creator of Zora, the first intelligent operating system for yachts. Built from decades of firsthand experience at sea, Zora integrates navigation, yacht management, automation, and safety into a single, powerful platform. www.inav4u.com

About Aqua Map
Aqua Map is a global leader in digital marine navigation charts, trusted by thousands of captains worldwide. Known for precision, innovation, and reliability, Aqua Map makes boating
safer, smarter, and more enjoyable. www.aquamap.app/

iNav4U and RISE Robotics Partner to Deliver Reliable, Fluid-Free Autopilot Systems for Yachts

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada – October 27, 2025 – iNav4U, creators of Zora, the intelligent operating system for yachts, and RISE Robotics, developers of Beltdraulic fluid-free actuators, today announced a partnership to advance the next generation of yacht automation. Combining Zora’s adaptive control software with RISE’s precise, maintenance-free actuator technology, the companies aim to create a new standard in autopilot performance—smarter, cleaner, and more reliable at sea.

The partnership will be showcased at Metstrade 2025 in Amsterdam, where the two companies will jointly demonstrate Zora’s open situational awareness software and RISE Beltdraulic actuators.

Addressing Long-Standing Challenges in Autopilot Systems 

Yacht autopilot systems have traditionally relied on hydraulic drives that require regular maintenance and draw significant power. They often struggle with calibration drift, network integration issues, and inconsistent performance in demanding sea conditions.

The collaboration between iNav4U and RISE Robotics directly tackles these challenges. RISE’s Beltdraulic actuator replaces hydraulic cylinders with a clean, fluid-free mechanism that operates quietly, efficiently, and with minimal maintenance.

Paired with iNav4U’s Zora control platform—featuring adaptive steering, predictive calibration, and open communication across vessel systems—the result is an
autopilot solution that is easier to maintain, faster to respond, and more reliable over long passages. Together, the companies are designing a control and actuation package that is simple to integrate, easy to calibrate, and provides operators with real-time
insights into system health and performance from anywhere.

Technical Highlights 

Fluid-free operation: Beltdraulic actuators eliminate hydraulic fluids, pumps, and hoses, removing the risk of leaks and reducing maintenance. 
High efficiency: The electromechanical system converts more than 80% of the input power into useful motion—roughly twice that of typical hydraulic drives. 
Integrated sensing: Built-in position feedback and health monitoring allow closed-loop steering control and provide early insight into maintenance needs. 
Adaptive control: Zora’s software continuously tunes steering response to match vessel dynamics and sea conditions. 
Simple integration: The open software architecture supports standard marine communication networks, simplifying setup and ensuring broad compatibility. Quiet, precise motion: Fast, accurate positioning enables smooth steering and improved comfort under way.

A Smarter, Cleaner Way to Move 

“RISE Robotics is redefining how high force motion is created on board,” said Olivier Hendrikx, CEO of iNav4U. “Pairing Zora’s intelligent control with RISE’s fluid-free actuation, we’re making autopilot systems that are cleaner to operate, easier to maintain, and built for the realities of modern yachting.” 

“Partnering with iNav4U allows us to show what Beltdraulic technology can do when combined with advanced vessel controls,” said Hiten Sonpal, CEO of RISE Robotics. “Together, we’re delivering precise, efficient steering without the complexity or environmental risk of hydraulics.” 

See It Live at Metstrade 2025 

Visitors to Metstrade 2025 in Amsterdam can see the collaboration in action, where iNav4U and RISE Robotics will jointly demonstrate Zora autopilot software and Beltdraulic actuators. The live exhibit will highlight real-time steering control, health monitoring, and energy efficiency—showcasing how intelligent control and fluid-free motion can simplify vessel automation and maintenance.



About iNav4U 

iNav4U develops Zora, the enterprise operating system for yachts. Zora integrates data from all onboard systems to deliver intelligent automation, advanced situational awareness, and complete yacht management in one unified platform. From navigation to maintenance, Zora helps captains operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently. iNav4U is based in Oxford, Nova Scotia, Canada. 
Learn more at www.inav4u.com. 

About RISE Robotics 

RISE Robotics develops Beltdraulic as an all-electric alternative to conventional hydraulics that delivers fast, precise motion without fluids, pumps, or hoses. Designed for heavy-duty applications, Beltdraulic systems provide clean, efficient, and reliable performance across industries including marine, industrial, and mobile equipment. RISE Robotics is based in Somerville, Massachusetts, USA. 
Learn more at www.riserobotics.com. 

Media Contact: 
Brenda Robinson COO, iNav4u 
br@inav4u.com

Goodbye Chartplotters. Hello Zora OS 3.0 - The Navigation and Management OS Redefining Yacht Intelligence

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada – iNav4U, the Canadian marine technology company redefining onboard intelligence, is preparing to make waves at METSTRADE 2025 in Amsterdam this November with the official unveiling of
Zora OS 3.0 — a next-generation Navigation and Management Operating System for yachts.

Built for captains by sailors, Zora OS 3.0 reimagines how navigation, automation, and vessel management come together — offering a unified, intelligent experience that promises to set a new benchmark in connected
boating.

“Zora OS 3.0 isn’t just another software update,” says Brenda Robinson, Co- Founder and COO of iNav4U. “It’s a complete rethinking of what’s possible when every system on board speaks the same language — open, intelligent, and intuitive.”

While full details remain under wraps until METSTRADE, early previews suggest Zora OS 3.0 will bring unprecedented levels of integration, situational awareness, and efficiency to yachts between 45 and 100 feet. For captains,
builders, and service providers alike, it represents a bold step toward truly intelligent boating.
Here’s a preview – with more to come a METSTRADE 2025:

Watch Here

Visitors to METSTRADE 2025 will be the first to experience Zora OS 3.0 live and see how iNav4U is charting a new course for the marine industry.

About iNav4U

iNav4U is the creator of Zora, the first intelligent Navigation and Management Operating System for yachts. Built for captains by sailors and refined through decades of real-world experience at sea, Zora unifies navigation, 
automation, safety, and vessel management into one powerful, intuitive platform. Designed for yachts between 45 and 100 feet, it delivers total situational awareness, enhanced efficiency, and simplified control — all in one seamless interface.

Learn more at www.inav4u.com.

Media Contact:
Brenda Robinson
COO, iNav4u
br@inav4u.com

For the first time, we will be unveiling Zora OS 3.0—the next generation of intelligent navigation and yacht management. Designed for captains, service providers, and builders who demand better technology, Zora 3.0 replaces today’s fragmented systems with a single, unified operating system that makes every boat smarter, safer, and simpler to operate.

And you can experience it live at Booth [#].

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A First Look at the New Standard in Marine Technology

Zora OS 3.0 brings together everything on your yacht—charts, sensors, navigation, engine data, weather, anchor systems, documents, tasks, apps, and more—into a single, beautifully intuitive interface powered by rules-based AI.

No more switching between seven apps.

No more incompatible devices.

No more missing or conflicting data.

This is the first time the industry will see a platform that delivers true multi-protocol connectivity, supporting not only the full suite of marine standards, but also industrial protocols and app integrations never before possible in the marine world.

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Experience the Ecosystem: Aqua Map + Rise Robotics + Zora

Metstrade visitors will also get a rare opportunity to see innovations from two leading technology partners—right inside our booth:

Aqua Map

Showing their exceptional navigation charts integrated directly into Zora, offering full plotter functionality through a unified interface.

Rise Robotics

Demonstrating their groundbreaking fluid-free linear actuator technology—3× faster than hydraulics, cleaner, quieter, and more efficient.

Together, these technologies represent a leap forward in marine innovation—and your chance to see them all working in harmony.

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Why You Don’t Want to Miss This

Visitors to our booth will have the chance to:
	•	Explore Zora OS 3.0 hands-on
	•	See unified navigation and vessel intelligence in real time
	•	Watch next-generation actuator technology up close
	•	Talk directly with the founders of iNav4U, Aqua Map, and Rise Robotics
	•	Learn how service providers can unlock new revenue opportunities through our global reseller program

This isn’t just a product demo.
It’s a first look at the future of yacht technology.

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Be Part of the Reveal at Metstrade 2025

If you’re attending Metstrade, make sure our booth is one of your first stops. The innovations we’re showing this year set the stage for where the industry is headed—connected, intelligent, and beautifully integrated.

📍 Visit us at Booth [YOUR BOOTH NUMBER]
🗓 November 18–20, 2025 – Amsterdam RAI

We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
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Zora 3.0

“We didn’t just redesign the chartplotter — we reinvented what it means to manage and navigate a yacht,” says Olivier Hendrikx, co-founder of Inav4u and creator of Zora. “Zora 3.0 breaks down the silos between apps and devices, giving captains a single, intelligent platform that thinks with them.” 

Zora 3.0 represents a paradigm shift in marine electronics — a platform that merges intelligent automation, open protocols, and advanced AI-driven decision support into one cohesive interface. For the first time, captains can manage navigation, onboard systems, maintenance, documents, and communications all from one intelligent operating environment. 

“Zora 3.0 bridges the intelligence gap between traditional chartplotters and the connected yacht of the future,” said Brenda Robinson, Co-Founder and COO of Inav4u. “This isn’t another app — it’s the next generation of the captain’s interface.”

Disrupting the Chartplotter Market Completely 

Zora 3.0 introduces groundbreaking features that challenge the limits of current chartplotter technology: 


Unified Ecosystem: Combines navigation, monitoring, maintenance, and management — eliminating the need for multiple disconnected apps. 


Rules-Based AI: Supports captains through intelligent automation — identifying issues, predicting potential failures, and taking smart preventative actions. 


Seamless Chart Integration: Full integration with Aqua Map delivers worldclass navigation charts directly within Zora, complete with ENC-grade compliance and offline chart access for global destinations. 


Multi-Protocol Connectivity: Zora 3.0 not only supports all major marine data standards such as NMEA 2000 and Signal K, but also extends beyond the marine industry to include full compatibility with industrial-grade communication protocols. In addition, Zora offers support for apps and systems not currently covered by standard protocols, ensuring that every onboard or connected device can communicate intelligently within one platform. 


Next-Level Situational Awareness: Zora’s new visual intelligence layer provides a complete, real-time operational overview of the vessel — from engine health to anchor alarms — all in one glance.


Come See Zora 3.0 - Live Demonstrations and Special Guests at Metstrade Booth 12.517 in the Canadian Pavilion


iNav4U's Metstrade booth will host live demonstrations throughout the show with Iain and Brioni Cameron from the popular Red Seas YouTube sailing channel, showcasing how Zora 3.0 transforms real-world cruising operations.

“We’ve been sailing all around the world since 2020, and Zora 3.0 is a gamechanger,” said Brioni Cameron. “One piece of technology now allows captains and crews to foresee potential problems, integrate world-class navigation, and connect every on- board device into one easy-to-use platform. Navigation as we know it, has changed with the introduction of iNav4U’s Zora 3.0.”

Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet two leading innovators in the marine technology space:

Giorgio Ghiggini, Co-Founder of Aqua Map, will join the Inav4u team to highlight the special partnership between Aqua Map and Inav4u that delivers groundbreaking offline chart functionality with automatic cloud synchronization and weekly updates — ensuring captains always have the latest navigation data without dependency on an internet connection.

Hiten Sonpal, Founder and CEO of Rise Robotics, will showcase his company’s revolutionary fluid-free actuation technology, which is three times faster than traditional hydraulics. This demonstration will give attendees a glimpse of future collaborative innovations that Inav4u and Rise Robotics envision bringing to the next generation of intelligent yachts.

Together, these leaders represent a new era of marine technology collaboration, merging data, hardware, and intelligence to create safer, smarter, and more efficient yachts.

About iNav4U

iNav4U is the creator of Zora, the first intelligent Navigation and Management Operating System for yachts. Built for captains by sailors and refined through decades of real-world experience at sea, Zora unifies navigation, automation, safety, and vessel management into one powerful, intuitive platform. Designed for yachts between 45 and 100 feet, it delivers total situational awareness, enhanced efficiency, and simplified control — all in one seamless interface.

Learn more at: www.inav4u.com

Media Contact:
Brenda Robinson
COO, iNav4u
br@inav4u.com

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