IDEA Yachts and YOT LTD Announce Strategic Partnership

IDEA Yachts and YOT LTD

Partnership brings together IDEA's comprehensive yacht management software with FUSE custom builds.

April 28, 2025

IDEA Data Solutions GmbH and YOT LTD Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Optimized Hardware-Software Solutions for Yacht Management

Partnership brings together IDEA's comprehensive yacht management software with YOT LTD's - FUSE system, creating an unparalleled integrated solution for the maritime industry

DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY / APRIL 28, 2025 — IDEA Data Solutions, a leading provider of yacht management software, and YOT LTD, creator of FUSE hardware solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver an optimized hardware-software ecosystem for the yacht management industry. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in maritime technology integration, offering yacht owners and operators a seamless, high-performance solution.

The partnership centers on the integration of IDEA's comprehensive yacht management software suite with YOT LTD's custom-designed hardware, specifically the IDEA-SR100 & IDEA-SR200 server. This 1U rack-mountable server has been built to IDEA's specifications and comes pre-installed with optimized IDEA Software, certified and approved for top performance and reliability.

"We have been working on this project for sometime and we believe by combining our strengths we can bring back the high level solution the industry demands and bring back the true mission critical components in mission critical systems," said Kris Cardona (Managing Director | YOT LTD)

"Utilising IDEA's leading superyacht and fleet management software means ensuring you can run it to its full capability with the best hardware. We're delighted to team up with YOT & FUSE to bring you the perfect tool to enhance your yacht operations" added Christian Mühle (Managing Director | IDEA Data Solutions GmbH)

The IDEA-NR100, IDEA-SR100 & IDEA-SR200 are available to order starting from RRP of €1,249 with more information available at FUSE Platform

The IDEA-SR100 Server: The IDEA-SR100 has been explicitly identified as the preferred hardware solution for running IDEA's complete suite of yacht and fleet management software, including IDEA YACHT, IDEA FLEET, and IDEA GT. Its form factor is a 1U rack-mountable server , a design that is well-suited for professional installations within the often space-constrained environments of yachts. This server is powered by Intel XEON processors , ensuring performance capable of handling the demanding operations of IDEA's software, even under challenging conditions. The 1U rack-mountable server comes with sliding rails and easy access top, great for maintenance and troubleshooting. In terms of connectivity, the IDEA-SR100 is equipped with multiple USB ports, 4 Gigabit Ethernet, and expansion slots, facilitating integration with other onboard systems such as navigation, entertainment, and security equipment. The server comes pre-loaded with Windows Server 2025 which supports up to 2 Virtual Machines that can run simultaneously. 

The IDEA-NR100 NUC: Recognizing the diverse needs within the yachting sector, IDEA and YOT LTD are also offering the IDEA-NR100, a mini server solution designed for yachts with smaller crews. This compact device provides a more cost-effective yet reliable alternative to the IDEA-SR100, making it an excellent option for vessels with limited space. The IDEA-NR100 is the perfect accompaniment to the IDEA YACHT GT package , a focus on providing a streamlined and efficient solution for smaller operations. The NR100 takes into account the install locations that might not have ideal temperature managament and comes with a wide range of temperature support from -40°C to 70°C, support 24/7 operation in almost all enviorement. 

The IDEA-SR200 Server: For larger vessels with more complex IT infrastructure needs, the IDEA-SR200 server is the right model. This solution is positioned as the ultimate option for yachts requiring the installation of multiple software applications, not just IDEA's suite, on a single server. The IDEA-SR200 comes pre-installed with optimized IDEA Software , ensuring immediate compatibility and peak performance right out of the box. This IDEA-SR200 is fully redundant , which ensures continuous operation and minimizes the risk of system downtime, making it a future-proof solution capable of maintaining high performance levels even in demanding scenarios. The IDEA-SR200 caters to the sophisticated IT demands of larger yachts, offering a pre-configured, high-performance, and highly reliable solution with built-in redundancy.  

Table 1: Comparison of IDEA Optimized Hardware

Feature

IDEA-NR100

IDEA-SR100

IDEA-SR200

Model

PC

Server

Redundant Server

Form Factor

Desktop

1U Rack-mountable

1U Rack-mountable

Target User/Vessel

Small

Medium/Large

Large

Processor

Intel Core

Intel Xeon

Intel Xeon

Temperature Range

-40°C to 70°C

-20°C to 55°C

-20°C to 55°C

Connectivity

2x 2.5G LAN
1x WiFi 6

4x 1G LAN
1x OOB LAN
Optional 10G LANs

4x 1G LAN
1x OOB LAN
Optional 10G LANs

Redundancy

No

No

Full redundancy

Memory

16GB

32GB

64GB

Storage

256GB

480GB (RAID 1)

1500GB (RAID 5)

Pre-installed SW

Yes

Yes

Yes with Virtualisation

Cost-effectiveness

More cost-effective

Balanced

Higher end

IDEA SW Compatible

IDEA YACHT GT

All IDEA Software

All IDEA Software


About IDEA Data Solutions

IDEA Data Solutions GmbH provides comprehensive yacht and fleet management software solutions including IDEA YACHT, IDEA FLEET, and IDEA GT. Their innovative software suite helps yacht owners and operators manage all aspects of yacht operations efficiently and effectively. For more information, visit https://idea-yacht.com

About YOT LTD

YOT LTD is the creator of FUSE Systems, a renowned hardware manufacturer specializing in high-performance computing solutions for specialized industries. Their custom-designed hardware solutions are built to meet the specific needs of demanding environments. For more information, visit us on https://www.yotltd.com

Media Contacts

IDEA Data Solutions
Phone: +49 211 303 66 28
Email: info@idea-yacht.com

YOT LTD
Phone: +356 2732 7840
Website: https://www.yotltd.com

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