IMO requirements for the compulsory installation of bridge navigational watch alarm systems (BNWAS) have placed another regulatory burden on ship owners and managers.

With a number of flag authorities and classification societies having their own interpretations of the IMO regulations it can be a nightmare to know what is actually expected from you to comply.

Once you've managed to get to the bottom of what you need to do to comply you have to find out which system best meets your requirements and then get it installed and integrated with other systems.

This is where the BNWAS User Forum looks to lessen the burden. This group is intended to be a place where shipping companies, installers, resellers and manufacturers can discuss issues relating to the regulatory requirements, product purchasing and installation issues to gain knowledge, highlight problems and find solutions amongst the group members. « less