Fort Myers maritime tech company completes merger

Fort Myers-based Vessel Vanguard completed a merger with SeaLogs, combining two maritime technology platforms under Vessel Vanguard LLC. The deal brings Vessel Vanguard’s vessel maintenance, service records, inventory and asset management tools together with SeaLogs’ digital logbooks, voyage records, compliance and crew management technology. The combined platform is designed for commercial vessel operators, ports, government fleets, tourism operators and recreational boaters. Existing customers will continue receiving support while the companies prepare to roll out the expanded platform. SeaLogs founder Kylie Tomlin will serve as president of Vessel Vanguard. Financial terms of the merger were not disclosed.