Improved symbols for portrayal of AIS Aids to Navigation (AIS AtoN)

What you need to know about AIS AtoN symbols

Virtual aids to navigation can be used in situations where it is not practical to use physical aids to navigation, or where information is needed faster than a buoy can be placed. The information they give should be treated in the same way.  
Issue 10 of The Navigator focused on Aids to Navigation. Read the full article on virtual aids to navigation here. 
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Table courtesy of IMO