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Integration Of AIS And ECDIS: More Information, Better View, Improved Safety
Ever since the requirements set forth in the new Chapter 5 of S0LAS-74 Convention, adopted in IMO Resolution MSC.99(73) dd. December 5, 2000, came into effect, the AIS (Automatic Identification System) has been mandatory ship equipment for a major part of the world's sea fleet.
Compact Weather Facsimile From Raytheon Can Be Programmed For Unattended Operation
The new JAX 9 Weather Facsimile Receiver from Raytheon produces high-resolution satellite photos and other recordings in 16 gradation levels on 10-inch thermosensitive paper. Because of its built-in timer feature, the JAX 9 can be preset to start and stop during selected broadcasts,
Get Ready for the New OPA 90
For Ship Owners, Choosing The Right Salvage Engineer Will Be Key Ship owners take notice. The USCG has updated OPA 90*, with a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that outlines the expansion of the salvage and firefighting response requirements of the
Texas Maritime Academy Ship Simulator Attracts All Levels
Marine industry operations will grow and develop with highly trained workers as a result of the expansion and upgrade of the Full Mission Ship Simulator used by the Texas Maritime Academy. The improvements were made possible by a $250,000 grant
Oceanology International For Offshore Industry Set For March 3-7, 1980
"Advanced technology" is a dominant theme for the next in the world series of Oceanology International (01) offshore exhibitions which takes place at Brighton, England, March 3-7, 1980. Many of the exhibiting firms report that new developments in e q u i p m e n t ,
Free 16-Page Full-Color Brochure On Compressors Offered By Atlas Copco
A free sixteen-page full-color brochure on Atlas Copco compressors, coolers, dryers and other accessories, has been made available from the company's Rental Division, 70 Demarest Drive, Wayne, N.J. 07470. Bearing the cover caption "Rental Air Where You Need It—When You Need It,
Transas Expands Capabilities
Relying on experience from more than 4,000 Navi-Sailor installations around the world, Transas Marine has added a number of features to further enhance the functionality of its Navi-Sailor marine navigation systems. Transas' ongoing R&D efforts
Ship Dynamic Positioning & Mooring Systems Conference —Papers Available In Booklet Form
North Sea weather is expected to produce some 273 days in any one year officially described as bad (mist, rain, fog, snow, ice), 49 "marginal," and 43 "fair or good" days. Because of this weather pattern, outlined by P.H. Barton (divisional) manager,