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Automatic Identification System

This document describes the Automatic Identification System (AIS) Network solution as provided by Norcontrol IT in accordance with the current standards in relation to Shore based AIS Networks. The solution is influenced by Norcontrol IT's strong position in the Vessel Traffic Service market, and additional functionality has been added to provide a complete solution for an AIS Network.

The system has been designed with redundancy to avoid single failure and provides a flexible configuration for future expansion.

OBJECTIVES

The main objectives for the AIS Network are:

  • Complete AIS coverage in the designated area

  • Enhance safety within the Service Area

  • Alarm handling for the AIS tracks in the area

  • Health Monitoring capabilities of the AIS Network

  • Technical Services capabilities for the AIS Network

  • Redundant set up of the AIS Services

  • Assist in ensuring the highest possible level of security and efficiency for the vessel traffic in the designated area

  • Compliance to the following regulations:

    • IMO MSC.74(69)

    • ITU-R M.1371-1

    • IEC Standard 61993 Part 2

    • IALA Guidelines on Universal Shipborne Automatic Identification System

    • IALA Recommendation on the Technical Clarifications of Recommendation ITU-R M.1371-1

    • IALA Recommendation A-124 on AIS Shore Stations and Networking Aspects related to the AIS Service

  • Easily expandable

  • Minimize life-cycle costs

AIS5060 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

The Norcontrol IT AIS5060 Network solution has an "open" system architecture, is modular in its design, runs on the Microsoft Windows operating software and uses commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products throughout. The "open" system architecture allows the Network software to "interoperate" (interface and exchange data) with other national (Customs, Police, Defence), port or lighthouse information systems.
















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