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Baltic Exchange vs Kongsberg Maritime

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Baltic Exchange

Maritime

Global shipping market benchmarks

From
$500/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Kongsberg Maritime logo

Kongsberg Maritime

Maritime

Complete maritime technology solutions

From
$25000/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Baltic Exchange no pricing published on website, membership and data services require contacting the organization; Kongsberg Maritime no pricing published on website, requires direct vendor contact
  • They diverge on capability: Baltic Exchange covers Freight indices, Kongsberg Maritime covers ECDIS navigation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Baltic Exchange and Kongsberg Maritime actually diverge.

Attributes where Baltic Exchange and Kongsberg Maritime differ
AttributeBaltic ExchangeKongsberg Maritime
Starting price$500/month$25000/one-time
Pricing modelsubscriptionone-time
PlatformsWeb, ApiEmbedded, Windows
Founded17441946

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Maritime).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Baltic Exchange

  • Freight indices
  • Market assessments
  • Forward curves
  • Historical data
  • API
  • Data feeds
  • Trading platforms
  • Web support

Only in Kongsberg Maritime

  • ECDIS navigation
  • Bridge automation
  • Dynamic positioning
  • Vessel control
  • Propulsion systems
  • Sensors
  • Communication systems
  • Embedded support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Baltic Exchange

  • Shipping market freight data and indicesnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • Freight derivatives tradingnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • Vessel investment decision makingnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • Dry bulk and tanker rate assessmentsnot Kongsberg Maritime
  • Container freight market analysisnot Kongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime

  • Ship automation and propulsion control for commercial cargo vesselsnot Baltic Exchange
  • Bridge system integration for navigation and vessel operationnot Baltic Exchange
  • Emissions reduction through hybrid and electric propulsion systemsnot Baltic Exchange
  • Engine room automation and electrical power managementnot Baltic Exchange
  • 24/7 global maritime customer support and vessel upgradesnot Baltic Exchange

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Baltic Exchange

  • No pricing published on website, membership and data services require contacting the organization
  • Custom pricing based on organization type and data needs

Kongsberg Maritime

  • No pricing published on website, requires direct vendor contact
  • Quote-based pricing model, no transparent pricing tiers
  • 24/7 global support across 20 countries increases operational costs
  • Specialized maritime systems may require custom integrations

Pricing, plan by plan

Baltic Exchange

$500/month
  • Data Services$1500/month
    • Freight indices
    • Market assessments
    • Historical data

Kongsberg Maritime

$25000/one-time
  • Integrated Bridge$150000/one-time
    • ECDIS
    • Radar
    • Automation

Which should you pick?

Choose Baltic Exchange if

  • You need freight indices.
  • You work on Web, Api.
  • You also want market assessments.
Baltic Exchange review

Choose Kongsberg Maritime if

  • You need ecdis navigation.
  • You work on Embedded, Windows.
  • You also want bridge automation.
Kongsberg Maritime review

Questions people ask

Is Baltic Exchange or Kongsberg Maritime better?
Neither clearly leads. Baltic Exchange starts at $500/month and Kongsberg Maritime at $25000/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Baltic Exchange or Kongsberg Maritime?
Baltic Exchange starts at $500/month and Kongsberg Maritime at $25000/one-time.
Does Baltic Exchange or Kongsberg Maritime run on more platforms?
Baltic Exchange runs on Web, Api. Kongsberg Maritime runs on Embedded, Windows.
What is Baltic Exchange best used for?
Baltic Exchange is most often used for shipping market freight data and indices, freight derivatives trading, vessel investment decision making, dry bulk and tanker rate assessments. Of those, shipping market freight data and indices and freight derivatives trading are not what Kongsberg Maritime is typically brought in for.
What can Baltic Exchange do that Kongsberg Maritime cannot?
Baltic Exchange covers Freight indices, Market assessments, Forward curves, Historical data. Kongsberg Maritime covers ECDIS navigation, Bridge automation, Dynamic positioning, Vessel control.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Baltic Exchange: How much does Baltic Exchange membership cost?

Baltic Exchange does not publish pricing on their website. Membership and data service pricing is customized and requires direct contact with the organization.

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Kongsberg Maritime: How much does Kongsberg Maritime cost?

Kongsberg Maritime does not publish pricing on its website. Pricing depends on the specific maritime solutions and vessel systems you need. Contact their sales team for a custom quote based on your vessel type, integration requirements, and service level needs.

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Baltic Exchange: What services does Baltic Exchange provide?

Baltic Exchange provides shipping market data services including daily published indices (200+), freight derivatives trading facilities, member fixtures database, and analytical tools for shipping professionals.

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Kongsberg Maritime: Does Kongsberg Maritime offer support contracts?

Yes. Kongsberg Maritime provides 24/7 global customer support across 20 countries with onsite, remote, and digital support options. Support is included as part of lifecycle services from newbuild through decommissioning, but specific support contract terms and costs are not published and must be negotiated directly.

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Kongsberg Maritime: What is the licensing model for Kongsberg Maritime systems?

Kongsberg Maritime does not publish licensing details online. Systems are typically sold based on vessel specifications and specific use cases. Licensing and subscription models are handled on a per-contract basis. Contact sales for information about licensing options and associated costs.

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Kongsberg Maritime: Are there any included services with Kongsberg Maritime systems?

Yes. Kongsberg Maritime includes lifecycle services spanning from newbuild vessels through decommissioning. This includes 24/7 support, system integration, and remote monitoring capabilities. Specific inclusions and costs vary by contract and the systems you purchase.

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