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Aug 14, 2009
AIS: Beyond ship-to-shore communication
Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology was mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for carriage on SOLAS vessels weighing 300gt and up, beginning in 2004. This mandate has resulted in new technology for both tracking and communication purposes.
AIS is an integral component of every modern VTS installation; it is also a key component of every modern integrated bridge. AIS has been installed on AtoNs worldwide. This provides real time AtoN off-position warnings, critical weather information, and AtoN light and racon status. The IMO has recently allowed for the introduction of AIS into SART beacons, enabling any SOLAS vessel to be a potential search and rescue vessel.Port Security With the increasing use of AIS, the technology has become an important tool for port security. The AIS used by the United States Coast Guard and other law enforcement branches has been enhanced so that it is capable of fully interacting with the AIS network while providing secure communications between assets. This enables these vessels to track all AIS traffic and, when necessary, to eliminate their own AIS track. From PTI 41 page 38. Read the full article here.
 
Intermodal transportation: The next wave?
 Holidays are almost over, for those lucky enough to go on vacation. I spent my time away from the sea, and well above sea level. Just for reassurance. As you might know, the majority of Dutch grounds are below sea level (about 65%), and we keep dry feet by pumping water. Without that, we would build our sandcastle around "Amersfoort at the Sea" (a city some 80km inland).
However, spending time in the Alps, some 800m above sea level, my rectangular box driven mind did not come to a complete standstill, wondering about hinterland transportation.
New Strategy & Development Director appointed at Dunkerque Port
 Jean-Frédéric Laurent has just been appointed Strategy and Development Director of Dunkerque Port, replacing Pierre Joly on his retirement. He is 41. |
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