Navigational use of an ECS or an ECDIS with non-government chart data would normally result in a major non-conformity during an ISM Audit or a port state control deficiency.
ECDIS intention is to improve safety. Utilizing non type-approved systems, however , may raise liability issues. Officers should be aware of the type of systems they have onboard and its operational limitations when using non-approved equipment. Owners with non-approved systems on their vessels must ensure that Solas chart carriage requirements continue to be met and that navigation is done on paper charts.
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