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technology itself, another is the procedure for how to use the technology and the final one is training, both in the operation of the technology and, most importantly,in using it with agreed procedures to make good decisions.” As apractical example of how this strategy was being applied, Patraiko outlined the working group’s development of S-mode. As some readers may now know,this involves “the standard presentation of navigational information, using astandard menu system with acommon interface –either ajoystick or button arrangement”. S-mode would provide all users, both afloat and ashore, with the means of switching ‘on demand’ to alevel of functionality for which all users have been trained. This would be the case regardless of manufacturer and the variety of display modes available. Others are enthusiastic about the poten-
Like Patraiko, Murray puts the emphasis
S-mode would provide all ECDIS users with the means of switching to a base level of functionality
on keeping things as simple as possible. “The ICS interest is in guiding implementation in a pragmatic way and to caution against the extremes of technical ‘blue sky’ [excessively open-minded] think- ing,” he explained. Murray argued that such caution would also “ensure people on ships are served by the process and not the other way
round”. By keeping development “firmly grounded” in reality, the likelihood of a successful and timely implementation of e-navigation is improved. He emphasised the support of the ICS for the IMO process for the determination of functional require- ments. It seems to be in everyone’s interest that the 2014 deadline be met and that e-navigation moves from concept to reality.
tial for e-navigation to facilitate improved safety and enhance operational efficiency. John Murray is director (marine) at the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). He’s been involved in framing discussions of e-navigation on behalf of his organisation for several years and is a member of the IALA e-Nav Committee. Murray said he “valued the advantages of automated reporting and the automation of administrative tasks” that are made possible through the ship-to-shore communi- cations interface at the heart of e-navigation. He added: “Such automation meant that the navigator was able to remain focused on the human side of the operation by concentrat- ing on judgement and decision-making.”
The ICS wants to ensure seafarers are served by e-navigation, explains John Murray Image: ICS
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