Border & coastal surveillance

An integrated view across every maritime zone – from river inlets to international waters.

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The Cybernetica Border & Coastal Surveillance System is a comprehensive, integrated ecosystem designed for maritime authorities – such as border guards, coast guards, and naval forces – to monitor and secure maritime, border, and coastal areas. It combines advanced sensors, intelligent software, and operational expertise to detect, assess, and respond to threats, irregular activities, and evolving maritime situations. By collecting, fusing, and analysing data, the system enables real-time situational awareness, supporting timely, streamlined decision-making and ensuring the safety and security of coastal and maritime zones.

Modular, open & interoperable architecture

Built on modular and open architecture principles, the system is customisable to meet specific mission needs, with tailored sensor combinations. It seamlessly integrates with third-party systems, legacy infrastructure, and multi-agency platforms, ensuring flexibility and future-proofing.

Land & maritime surveillance coverage

Optimised for both inland and maritime borders, the system delivers reliable detection, tracking, and identification of small objects and targets across all environments – day or night, year-round.

Secure by design

Cybersecurity is built in from the ground up, with AES 256 encryption, multi-factor access controls, and network segmentation protecting every layer – from frontline sensors to the command centre.

Border & Coastal Surveillance System core components

Sensorics suite

A modular collection of high‑performance radars, electro‑optical/infrared (EO/IR) cameras, Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF/UHF radios, acoustic sensors, and more – deployed on fixed or mobile platforms to create overlapping fields of view.

Control centre

Industrial‑grade servers with fault‑tolerant design, running Cybernetica’s proprietary control software. Features automated failover, full system health monitoring, and audit‑ready logging to guarantee 24/7 operation under any conditions.

Operator workstations

Ergonomically designed consoles featuring multi‑screen layouts, customisable dashboards, geospatial visualisation, alert management panels, and interactive sensor control – optimising situational awareness and response times.

Data processing & fusion layer

Our secure, reliable system gathers raw data from multiple sources, cleans and combines the information, and applies advanced algorithms to turn complex inputs into a clear, real-time Common Operational Picture (COP) you can trust.

Remote access workstations

A mobile, flexible, and hardware-agnostic solution accessible from any device (laptop, tablet, or mobile) with a browser and Internet connection. Can operate as a stand-alone or complement in-house operator positions, providing full system functionality including real-time traffic image and two-way audio.

Key features

Automated anomaly detection

Machine‑learning models trained on maritime and border‑specific behaviours swiftly identify deviations - such as unauthorised vessel loitering or unexpected course changes – and generate tiered alerts, supporting faster, AI-assisted decision-making at the command level.

Data fusion & precision tracking

Combining data from distributed sensors – radar tracking, AIS, CCTV/EOS, and radio positioning signals from Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA) receivers – to accurately localise and track multiple targets, assist with identification, and predict their future movement with meter-level precision.

Predictive path forecasting

Continuous vector analysis anticipates vessel trajectories, offering early warnings by simulating potential intersections or zone breaches – helping you plan interdictions or evasive manoeuvres in advance.

Adaptive sensor control

The system continuously evaluates situational risk in real time, automatically adjusting sensor tasking, coverage, and focus – ensuring high-priority zones and verified targets are continuously tracked, while supporting simultaneous operations across the entire area of interest.

Historical playback

Full traffic recording, indexing, and replay functionality allow operators to review sequences of events – perfect for after‑action reviews or incident investigations.

Resilient performance & high availability

Provision of customisable real-time notifications and alerts to operators for managing vessel traffic, preventing collisions, and mitigating risks to ensure maritime safety.

Collaborative tasking & data sharing

Supports secure, real-time data sharing and collaborative tasking between agencies – enhancing coordination, accelerating response, and maximising shared situational awareness.

Data transmission & multi-layered operator stations

The system ensures reliable and secure data transmission through multi-redundant channels, with real-time analysis and visualisation tools accessible across multi-layered operator stations for mission-specific operations.

Mission management

An integrated feature enabling real-time coordination between the Command Center and field units. It fuses live data, communications, and tasking tools to ensure clear mission oversight and dynamic updates, keeping all units aligned, informed, and ready to respond to evolving situations.

Optional components

Radio communication systems

VoIP‑based MH/HF, VHF/UHF modules, DSC/NAVTEX integration, telephone calls, call logging, and encrypted voice channels – delivering secure, redundant voice and data comms in any weather.

Meteorological & hydrographic sensors

Weather stations, tide gauges, wave sensors, and oli spill sensors feed real‑time environmental metrics directly into the COP.

CCTV & PTZ cameras

Ultra‑HD optical feeds with remote pan/tilt/zoom control and intelligent video analytics for recognition, behaviour analysis, and fence‑line intrusion detection.

Digital selective calling (DSC) & NAVTEX

Automated safety broadcasts, navigational warnings, and maritime safety information delivered straight to operator equipment.

AI‑driven analytics toolkit

An optional module that applies advanced algorithms for pattern recognition, anomaly clustering, and predictive risk scoring – enabling faster, more informed decisions and delivering deeper insights into maritime behaviour.

Mobile & portable units

Rapid‑deploy trailers and drone‑mounted sensor pods for temporary operations or emergency response scenarios.

Analytics & reporting module

On‑demand and scheduled reports, customisable KPIs, and historical trends analysis – enabling decision makers to review past events, refine rulesets, and continuously improve operational effectiveness.

References

NATO/EU Eastern Border Surveillance Systems

Cybernetica developed an Integrated Border Surveillance System for the coasts of Narva Lake, Narva River, and Lake Peipus. This 200km system includes unmanned sensor sites, data processing units, operator consoles with C2 software, and data transmission networks, all linked to a central HQ for a unified surveillance picture.

The system enhances technical area surveillance, allowing for effective monitoring and detection of anomalies. Its automated processes and data analytics improve surveillance quality. Cybernetica also supplied and maintained the system.

As a long-term partner in Estonia, Cybernetica has previously delivered a Radio Communication System for the coastline, an AIS for territorial waters, and an integrated sea and border monitoring system.

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Contact our surveillance systems team:

Jüri Ehandi

Jüri Ehandi

Sales and Product Manager (Surveillance Systems)

juri.ehandi@cyber.ee