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Vimar By-me to By-me Plus Upgrade for Sunseeker and 30–50m Yachts
Refit VIMAR By Me
Migration to By-me Plus for Sunseeker Yachts & 30–50m Units
ITE Yachting recently completed a full upgrade of a Vimar By-me automation system to By -me Plus on a 40-meter yacht undergoing refit.
This configuration is widely found on many Sunseeker yachts and other 30–50m units built between 2010 and 2020 , making this type of upgrade increasingly relevant across the fleet.
Why Upgrade to Vimar By-me System?
Over time, legacy Vimar By-me systems show several limitations that impact both usability and maintainability onboard:
• Obsolete touch panels
• Limited availability of spare parts
• Non-IP-based architecture
• Restricted remote access capabilities
• Increasing expectations for digital onboard experiences
Upgrading to By-me Plus provides a modern, scalable and future-proof solution aligned with today's yachting standards.
Benefits of By-me Plus for Yacht Refit
The By-me Plus platform introduces a fully integrated IP-based architecture , seamlessly connected to the yacht's network infrastructure.
Key advantages include:
• Integration within a dedicated VLAN network
• Secure remote access via web gateway
• Compatibility with iPad and mobile devices
• New-generation touch interfaces
• Long-term scalability
• Simplified maintenance and diagnosticsThis approach enables a targeted modernization without full system replacement , optimizing both cost and installation impact.
Our Yacht Refit Methodology
1️⃣ System Audit
• Analysis of existing Vimar By-me bus architecture
• Identification of reusable modules
• Detection of non-compatible components
2️⃣ Migration to By-me Plus
• Replacement of the central controller
• Upgrade of touch panels
• Readdressing and reconfiguration of retained modules
• Replacement of obsolete or incompatible devices
3️⃣ Full System Reprogramming
The migration requires a complete system rebuild , including:
• Lighting control logic
• Shading automation and scene management
• Scheduling and time-based functions
• User interface design
• Network configuration
4️⃣ IT & Network Integration
Modern yacht automation requires close coordination with onboard IT systems:
• Creation of a dedicated automation VLAN
• Static IP addressing
• Secure WAN access
• Network isolation for cybersecurity
This phase is critical to ensure system stability, performance and security onboard.
Yacht Refit Expertise – Mediterranean Shipyards
ITE Yachting operates across major Mediterranean shipyards, particularly in Italy and the French Riviera.
Our projects take into account:
• Marine electrical constraints (low and high current)
• Multi-trade coordination
• Shipyard planning and scheduling
• Testing and commissioning in real conditions
We focus on complete system engineering , not just equipment replacement.
This type of upgrade provides a fully modernized, connected and future-ready automation system , without the need for a full electrical rebuild.
A Strategic Upgrade for Sunseeker & 30–50m Yachts
For yachts equipped with Vimar By-me, upgrading to By-me Plus offers:
• Modernization without full replacement
• Structured IP integration
• Secure remote access
• Long-term technical sustainability
• Optimized refit budget
This solution is particularly relevant for Sunseeker yachts and similar vessels undergoing refit programs.
Technologies
• Vimar By-me / By-me Plus Automation
• IP Network Integration (VLAN)
• Touch Panel Interfaces
• Remote Access Gateway