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Sofio Marine are able to source and supply most makes of marine electronic equipment including: Satellite Communications, GMDSS, RADAR, VDR, LRIT, AIS, BNWAS and other navigational systems,
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Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System (BNWAS) - Deadline approaching!
A BNWAS is a device which triggers an alarm if the Officer on Watch (OOW) becomes incapable of performing the OOW’s duties. BNWAS - More info
Implementation Deadlines:
- 1 July 2011 for all new builds of 150 gt or over - (keel lay base)
Ships constructed prior to 1 July 2011 will have to fit the BNWAS "at the 1st survey"
- 1 July 2012 for cargo ships of 3000 gt or over and all passenger ships.
- 1 July 2013 for cargo ships of 500 gt or over but less than 3000 gt.
- 1 July 2014 for cargo ships of between 150 gt or over but less than 500 gt.
More info on BNWAS deadlines