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not limited to the United States, Bra- zil, China, and Korea. But, for GE, DP is so much more: Remote Support : ViSor Connect is GE?s remote diagnostic and support system based on highly secure satellite communications links, enabling GE experts, regardless of their geographi- cal location, to ?look over the shoul- der? of the DP operator physically at the equipment, advising on fault  nd-ing and resolution. After-Sales Service and Support : a wide range of packages tailored to a single vessel or entire  eets. Deliv- ered world-wide, key bene ts include single point of contact, reduced call- out rates, 24/7 support, routine main- tenance visits, dry docking support, training, system health checks and spares management. Obsolescence management : A man-aged system of upgrade paths for ?lega-cy? systems and allows for replacement of systems from other manufacturers with a minimum of disruption to ship?s infrastructure. Paul English insists, ?At GE, we see the whole ship. That?s because we en- gineer and supply so much of it, from gas turbines and diesel engines to ro- tating machines, variable speed drives, drilling systems and automation and control. We power, propel and posi- tion the industry. We understand the role of the DP control system relative to the entire vessel?s operations; its integrated role in a network involv- ing power generation and distribution equipment, propulsion and maneu- vering machinery, digital controllers, electrical systems and more.? Today?s GE DP system incorporates yesterday?s lessons, today?s mariners and tomorrow?s technology. That?s a combination that?s hard to beat. Mari- ners everywhere are probably hoping that their employers think so, too. www.marinelink.com MN 29MN June2013 Layout 18-31.indd 29MN June2013 Layout 18-31.indd 295/30/2013 11:09:21 AM5/30/2013 11:09:21 AM