Valmet introduces its next-generation automation system, Valmet DNAe, for the marine industry

Valmet Oyj trade press release, June 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EEST

Valmet, a major supplier of ship automation, introduces the Valmet DNAe Integrated Automation System for the marine industry. Valmet DNAe is a fully web-based marine control system that integrates seamlessly with all onboard equipment, providing ship owners with a unified platform for efficient operations. It is the first web-based automation system to receive the ISASecure SSA Level 1 certification for its built-in cybersecurity approach.

“As the maritime industry evolves and ships become increasingly connected, our customers have a growing need to manage and analyze large volumes of data, taking cybersecurity into account. Therefore, in developing this system, we have focused on usability, performance, and cybersecurity, while ensuring efficient, safe, and reliable operations,” says John Weierud, Director, Marine Automation, Automation Systems, Valmet.

Designed to support the work of all automation user groups

Valmet DNAe is developed with a design philosophy that empowers people to perform and collaborate better. The system provides a common user interface for controls, analytics, configuration, and maintenance. Intuitive workflows and advanced analytics tools enable crew members to manage the system from engine control room to the bridge, with less effort, turning real-time and historical data into actionable insights.

A high-performing automation system advancing digitalization

Valmet DNAe has been engineered for demanding process control, emphasizing performance and availability. It features a scalable, redundant data platform, granting easy and controlled access to all data. The system architecture is cybersecure by design, with role-based access control, authentication, audit trail, and encryption mechanisms for proactive prevention of cyber threats. With smooth OT/IT (Operational Technology/Information Technology) connectivity through secure communication interfaces with external systems, Valmet DNAe establishes a robust foundation for advancing digitalization in the marine industry.

Step-by-step upgrade paths for a cost-efficient system evolution

Valmet DNAe offers step-by-step upgrade paths for a cost-efficient system evolution. The system shares its web-based user interface, analytics tools, and common hardware with the previous generation of Valmet DNA, ensuring compatibility and ease of transition for existing customers.

”The launch of Valmet DNAe in the marine industry marks a significant milestone in our journey to providing future-proof automation solutions. With this new system, we are well-positioned to expand our footprint in the global marine industry,” continues Weierud.

Valmet DNAe will be showcased at various maritime events throughout the year, starting with the Nor-Shipping marine exhibition in Oslo from June 2 to 6, 2025. For more information, please visit https://www.valmet.com/automation/marine/dnae.

About Valmet’s marine automation business

Valmet’s first digital automation system, the Damatic, was introduced in 1979 as one of the world's first distributed control systems. The Damatic Marine System gained popularity in the 1980s and has been renowned for its reliability, with some of the systems delivered in the 1980s still in use today. Later system generations, sold also under brand names Damatic XD, Metso DNA, and Valmet DNA, continued to build the company’s reputation as a reliable and innovative marine automation provider. Today, Valmet is the market leader in the cruise vessels segment, with its systems controlling a wide range of vessels worldwide.

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For further information, please contact:
John Weierud, Director, Marine Automation, Automation Systems business line, Valmet, tel. +47 95745020

Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. With our automation and flow control solutions, we serve an even broader base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals worldwide work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.

The company has over 225 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement, sustainability, and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2024 were approximately EUR 5.4 billion.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki, and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.

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