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Installation of voyage data recorded on Indian Ships-reg.
Applicable to:
Indian ships
Effective Date:
20.05.16
Superseded Circulars:
NT/NAV/01/2006, NT/NAV/01/2009, Navigation Circular No. 1 of 2015
Key Changes and Requirements
1. VDR & S-VDR Standards
VDRs installed after 1 July 2014 must comply with MSC.333(90). Those installed before must follow IMO Resolution A.861(20), as amended by MSC.214(81). S-VDRs must comply with MSC.163(78).
2. Annual Performance Test
VDRs and S-VDRs must undergo annual performance tests by an approved facility to verify accuracy, duration, and recoverability of recorded data.
3. Float Free-Capsule Dispensation
The requirement for an additional float-free capsule for VDRs is hereby dispensed with.
4. S-VDR Installation Requirements
S-VDRs must be fitted on:
- 7.1 All passenger ships up to 500 passenger capacity, except those carrying less than 50 passengers and plying only during daylight hours.
- 7.2 All cargo vessels, SPS, dredgers, and OSVs above 3000 GT plying on the coast of India.
Note: NT/NAV/01/2011 is also withdrawn.
Important Note
This circular is issued with the approval of the Nautical Adviser to the Govt. of India.
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