Tag: ECDIS

The IMO's Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue Sub-Committee (NCSR 12) took place on 13 - 22 May 2025 at the IMO in London.

A judge has determined that a Chief Officer who was on watch on the bridge of a bulker was probably listening to clips on his mobile phone.

CHIRP Maritime draws lessons learned from a report where an internal fleet-wide navigational audit uncovered systemic non-compliance and unsafe navigational practices. 

MPA Singapore has issued guidance encouraging ship owners, managers, masters, and deck officers to enhance their understanding and use of ECDIS and Electronic Nautical Publications (ENPs) to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant navigation practices.

NorthStandard has published an article to remind seafarers of the best navigational practices to ensure that any GPS problems are less likely to lead to difficulties.

During the 2025 SAFETY4SEA Limassol Forum, Capt. VS Parani, Vice President – Marine at Tufton Asset Management, emphasized the need to enhance passage planning through better visualization and a shared understanding.

The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) Member States adopted the first set of operational standards within the S-100 framework.

During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Singapore Forum, Andrew Glen, Loss Prevention Director, Asia Pacific, NorthStandard, gave a presentation which explored the critical topics of e-navigation, cybersecurity, big data, and smart applications. 

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a circular to provide guidance on effective voyage planning and execution within planned navigation corridors.

The 2024 edition of the "ECDIS Passage Planning and Watchkeeping" book by Witherbys is an essential resource for maritime professionals navigating the complexities of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).