Task Description
Task name : |
Develop guidance on the implications of maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) from a VTS perspective |
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Leading committee and working group owning the task: | VTS WG 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Tasks associated (*leading) : |
VTS - 1.1.3.b - Develop guidance on the implications of maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) from a VTS perspective
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Task Leader : | Neil Trainor | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Task Number : | VTS-1.1.3.a | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Standards : | S1040 Vessel Traffic Services | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Topic area : | S1040.1 VTS Implementation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Task Description : |
a) Develop guidance on the implications of maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) from a VTS perspective |
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Objectives of the task : |
Provide guidance to assist authorities ensure the safety and efficiency of vessel movements in the VTS area, recognizing:
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Expected outcome : |
New Guideline or contribute to a single IALA MASS guideline |
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Compelling need : |
The concept of MASS is progressing rapidly with many tests and trials being conducted world-wide. Safety is a primary concern for regulators and legislators and it will be necessary for legislators to achieve a balance in maintaining high safety standards as well as keeping up with rapid technological developments. VTS will undoubtedly have a key role to play with MASS and the preparation of a discussion paper will provide a robust platform for the Committee to consider its implications and respond strategically in preparing appropriate IALA guidance.
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Scope : | KIa | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cybersecurity related : |
No |
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Brief and concise description of the work : to be undertaken and programme mile-stones (where appropriate). | VTS54 - Prepare initial Draft, review Task Register and Guiding PrinciplesVTS55 - Revise draft guidanceVTS56 - Final Draft prepared for Silent Approval | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Committee notes : | Origins : | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Approved by Council (Council session/Date) : | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Status (Color) : |
On track
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Remarks : |
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History of the task : |
2024-05-13 11:05:32 Note At VTS54 the Committee concluded that the Discussion Paper has provided a valuable contribution to assist the Committee achieve a common understanding of MASS and its implications on the provision of VTS and it was timely to begin foc 2024-11-21 10:53:44 |