About
TIMEZERO is a full-featured marine navigation software platform developed by the team behind MaxSea and Nobeltec, with over 40 years of industry experience. It serves a wide spectrum of maritime users — from weekend sailors and fishing enthusiasts to commercial shipping professionals and coastal surveillance operators. The platform is built around several core products: TZ Navigator, a cutting-edge desktop navigation solution for recreational sailors and motorboat users; TZ Professional, an award-winning software suite designed for the most demanding professional maritime environments (winner of NMEA's 'Best Marine Navigation Software' for six consecutive years); TZ iBoat, a fully featured iOS app offering GPS, anchoring tools, AIS, radar integration, tides, and tidal currents with or without internet connectivity; TZ Maps, a revolutionary hybrid chart format combining raster and vector data with high-resolution satellite imagery and bathymetry; and TZ Coastal Monitoring, a turnkey maritime surveillance system. TIMEZERO integrates seamlessly with the FURUNO ecosystem, enabling real-time synchronization between PC software, NavNet TZtouch MFDs, and mobile devices via TZ Cloud. Users can access personalized online services, weather forecasts, and community features through the My TIMEZERO portal. Tailored training sessions are offered through international partners, either remotely or on-site, making onboarding straightforward for all experience levels.
Key Features
- TZ Navigator (Recreational Desktop Software): A cutting-edge navigation application for recreational sailors and motorboat users, featuring detailed charts, GPS integration, and route planning tools.
- TZ Professional (Commercial Navigation Suite): Award-winning professional navigation software built for demanding maritime environments, recognized six consecutive years as 'Best Marine Navigation Software' by NMEA.
- TZ iBoat (Mobile App for iOS): A comprehensive marine navigation app for iPhone featuring GPS, AIS, radar, anchoring tools, tides, tidal currents, and offline chart access.
- TZ Maps (Hybrid Nautical Charts): A revolutionary chart format combining raster and vector data, high-resolution satellite photos, land information, and detailed bathymetry, available with a free 7-day trial.
- TZ Cloud Ecosystem & Device Sync: Real-time synchronization between PC software, FURUNO NavNet MFDs, TZ iBoat, and the TIMEZERO online platform, enabling seamless multi-device navigation.
Use Cases
- Recreational sailors and motorboat enthusiasts planning and executing coastal or offshore voyages using TZ Navigator or TZ iBoat.
- Commercial ship captains and professional mariners requiring a certified, feature-rich navigation platform with hardware integration via TZ Professional.
- Fishing boat operators using detailed bathymetric charts and GPS tracking to locate and record productive fishing grounds.
- Harbor masters and coast guard operators deploying TZ Coastal Monitoring for real-time maritime surveillance and vessel tracking.
- Charter boat companies synchronizing route planning and navigation across multiple devices using TZ Cloud for crew and captain coordination.
Pros
- 40 Years of Maritime Expertise: Built on decades of navigation software development under the MaxSea and Nobeltec brands, providing a mature, reliable, and feature-rich platform.
- Multi-Platform Ecosystem: Covers desktop, iOS mobile, and cloud sync — allowing users to plan routes on PC and navigate seamlessly from their iPhone or MFD.
- Award-Winning Professional Tools: TZ Professional has earned NMEA's Best Marine Navigation Software award for six years running, affirming its reliability for commercial mariners.
- Covers All User Levels: From beginner recreational boaters to professional maritime operators and coastal surveillance authorities, TIMEZERO has a purpose-built solution.
Cons
- Premium Pricing: Professional and desktop software products carry a significant cost, which may be prohibitive for casual or infrequent boaters.
- iOS Only for Mobile: TZ iBoat is currently available only on iPhone/iPad, leaving Android users without an official mobile navigation option.
- Steeper Learning Curve for Full Feature Set: The breadth of features across TZ Professional and hardware integrations can be complex to configure without training or technical support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TZ Navigator and TZ Professional?
TZ Navigator is designed for recreational sailors and motorboat users, offering advanced chart plotting and GPS features for leisure use. TZ Professional is built for commercial maritime environments and includes additional tools for professional navigation, fleet management, and integration with advanced instruments.
Is TZ iBoat available on Android?
Currently, TZ iBoat is only available for iPhone and iPad (iOS). There is no official Android version of the app at this time.
What is TZ Maps and how is it different from traditional nautical charts?
TZ Maps is a next-generation chart format that combines raster and vector data with high-resolution satellite imagery, detailed land information, and high-resolution bathymetry in a single unified format. It offers a richer and more detailed visual experience than traditional standalone raster or vector charts.
Can I synchronize my navigation data across multiple devices?
Yes. Through the TZ Cloud ecosystem, TIMEZERO supports real-time synchronization between PC-based TZ software, FURUNO NavNet TZtouch2 and TZtouch3 MFDs, the TIMEZERO online platform, and TZ iBoat on iPhone.
Is training available for TIMEZERO products?
Yes. TIMEZERO offers tailored training sessions through its international partner network, available in-person at authorized centers, at TIMEZERO offices, or remotely. Sessions cover everything from basic features to advanced instrument integration.
