AIS - New Rules in Europe

barnakiel · 02-09-2009, 14:20

The EC has new rules for use of the AIS. All boats longer than 15 meters will be required to carry an AIS transponder. This will include pleasure craft.

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s/v 'Faith' · 02-09-2009, 14:46

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Originally Posted by barnakiel

The EC has new rules for use of the AIS. All boats longer than 15 meters will be required to carry an AIS transponder. This will include pleasure craft.

b.

Where did you read this?

**David M** · 02-09-2009, 15:50

Yes, a source would be great.

MarkJ · 02-09-2009, 17:17

It would be a pitty because if every boat had it many would leave it on at anchor and the ships would turn off Class B because of clutter.

Nauticatarcher · 04-09-2009, 14:48

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Originally Posted by MarkJ

It would be a pitty because if every boat had it many would leave it on at anchor and the ships would turn off Class B because of clutter.

All Ais software allows you to selectively filter AIS targets so it's easy to turn off targets that you dont want to reduce clutter

Bash · 02-09-2009, 17:30

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Originally Posted by David M

Yes, a source would be great.

Noonsite: European Regulations Regarding Insurance Cover and AIS Equipment

Chattcatdaddy · 02-09-2009, 22:38

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Originally Posted by Bash

Noonsite: European Regulations Regarding Insurance Cover and AIS Equipment

Well I finally got around to reading the post from noonsite. What is more disturbing is the part about insurance. Not being allowed into any European port without being insured. That would be the death of many a cruising dream. I can`t imagine that marinas and marine based business would support such a regulation.

Martinini · 02-09-2009, 17:42

Been searching on this for the last hour and can't find anything.
I could be wrong, but it seems to me that these units would just make it easier for Pirates to locate and accost you! I can also understand why Governments would like them for the same reason.

btrayfors · 02-09-2009, 18:12

Just one more sign of a world going mad!

What next? All cars over 1500lbs must carry a transponder? Then, all adults over 5' 5" tall?

How about dogs and cats?

Just think how many hours we could wile away in port, mesmerized by the information(?) displayed on our wide-screen AIS plotter!

Why, heck, we wouldn't ever have to leave port again. Just think of all the fuel that would save, not to say reductions in collisions and pesky mariners running into trouble and calling for help.

How do we get off this insane merry-go-round?

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Martinini · 02-09-2009, 19:37

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Originally Posted by btrayfors

Just one more sign of a world going mad!

What next? All cars over 1500lbs must carry a transponder? Then, all adults over 5' 5" tall?

How about dogs and cats?

Just think how many hours we could wile away in port, mesmerized by the information(?) displayed on our wide-screen AIS plotter!

Why, heck, we wouldn't ever have to leave port again. Just think of all the fuel that would save, not to say reductions in collisions and pesky mariners running into trouble and calling for help.

How do we get off this insane merry-go-round?

B.

WHAT HE SAID!!!

Chief Engineer · 02-09-2009, 19:02

Personally I like my subcutaneous satellite communicator

Chattcatdaddy · 02-09-2009, 19:30

15 meters! Woot! Another reason to have a small boat.

wolfenzee · 02-09-2009, 23:23

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Originally Posted by Chattcatdaddy

15 meters! Woot! Another reason to have a small boat.

My boat was designed in 1949 by William Atkin, even back then he knew about the magic 30' mark....so much stuff that is 30' and over costs extra, so he made her 29' 10"

Maddog · 04-09-2009, 13:28

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Originally Posted by Chattcatdaddy

15 meters! Woot! Another reason to have a small boat.

15m is just over 49 feet.

just sayin

**David M** · 02-09-2009, 20:18

Does the rule say it must be in Tx mode at all times?

02-09-2009, 14:20	#1
barnakiel Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: between the devil and the deep blue sea Boat: a sailing boat Posts: 920	AIS - New Rules in Europe The EC has new rules for use of the AIS. All boats longer than 15 meters will be required to carry an AIS transponder. This will include pleasure craft. b.

02-09-2009, 15:50	#3
David M Moderator Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco Bay Boat: research vessel Posts: 4,660	Yes, a source would be great. __________________ David Where land ends life begins.

02-09-2009, 17:17	#4
MarkJ Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Asia - on Sea Life Boat: Beneteau 393 "Sea Life" Posts: 3,032	It would be a pitty because if every boat had it many would leave it on at anchor and the ships would turn off Class B because of clutter. __________________ Malaysia... near Singapore If you are going up G.O.A 2010 PM me. OurLifeAtSea.com

02-09-2009, 19:30	#12
Chattcatdaddy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chattanooga, TN for now Boat: Cal-29 once upon a time Posts: 65	15 meters! Woot! Another reason to have a small boat. __________________ Keith

02-09-2009, 20:18	#15
David M Moderator Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco Bay Boat: research vessel Posts: 4,660	Does the rule say it must be in Tx mode at all times? __________________ David Where land ends life begins. Last edited by David M; 02-09-2009 at 20:47.

02-09-2009, 17:42	#8
Martinini Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Whereever my boat is. Boat: Allied Princess 36' Posts: 148	Been searching on this for the last hour and can't find anything. I could be wrong, but it seems to me that these units would just make it easier for Pirates to locate and accost you! I can also understand why Governments would like them for the same reason.

02-09-2009, 18:12	#9
btrayfors Senior Cruiser Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chesapeake Region Boat: 42' Bob Perry sloop, "Born Free" Posts: 1,242	Just one more sign of a world going mad! What next? All cars over 1500lbs must carry a transponder? Then, all adults over 5' 5" tall? How about dogs and cats? Just think how many hours we could wile away in port, mesmerized by the information(?) displayed on our wide-screen AIS plotter! Why, heck, we wouldn't ever have to leave port again. Just think of all the fuel that would save, not to say reductions in collisions and pesky mariners running into trouble and calling for help. How do we get off this insane merry-go-round? B.

02-09-2009, 19:02	#11
Chief Engineer Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North of Baltimore Boat: Ericson 27 & 18' Herrmann Catboat Posts: 2,015	Personally I like my subcutaneous satellite communicator

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