What is BS EN 62376- ECS (Electronic chart system) about?
BS EN 62376 discusses maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems. BS EN 62376 specifies the minimum operational and performance requirements and methods of testing for ECS (Electronic chart system).
ECSs are designed or adapted for use as navigation information systems on vessels not required to comply with Chapter V of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).
Who is BS EN 62376- ECS (Electronic chart system) for?
BS EN 62376 on the operational and performance requirements and methods of testing for ECS (Electronic chart system). is useful for:
- Ship manufacturers
- Shipbrone radar manufacturers
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 62376- ECS (Electronic chart system)?
Different types of vessels, for example, non-SOLAS passenger vessels, small fishing vessels or recreational vessels, which operate in different environments, need to be equipped with navigational systems providing functionality to meet their needs.
BS EN 62376 provides you with operational and performance requirements for ECS (Electronic chart system). Operational and performance requirements include chart information, position monitoring, voyage related operation and connections with other equipment.
BS EN 62376 provides you guidance on the testing of ECS (Electronic chart system). BS EN 62376 helps to ensure the safety of the vessels by ensuring quality ECSs that is designed or adapted for use as navigation information systems.