River Information System Flashcards
1
Q
Who is implementing this River Information system ?
A
Inland Waterways Authority of India(Mo Shipping)
2
Q
What is River Information system ?
A
It is a combination of modern tracking system to optimise traffic and transport processes in inland navigation
3
Q
What are the specific advantages of this System ?
A
It enhances swift electronic data transfer btw mobile vessels and shore through advance and real time exchange of information to faciliate :
1) Enhancement of inland navigation safety in ports and rivers
2) Better use of inland waterways
3) Environmental protection
4
Q
What are the possible risks it avoids ?
A
1) Ship to ship collisions
2) Ship to bridge collisions
3) Groundings
