Issue 14: S-Mode

Learn about the future of S-Mode in issue 14 of The Navigator and let us know what you think #NautInst

Users of maritime technology have been long awaiting standardisation of technology. We are working towards achieving this and need your input.

It is important that we hear from mariners around the world in all sectors, so take the chance to influence your workplace.

Make a difference!
In our web survey, we will ask you to mark the frequency of use of all the functions of an Integrated Navigation System. Knowing what functions are most important will help us design guidelines for accessing functions and structuring menus.
We believe that an industry-wide standard for using complex maritime technology will lead to fewer errors, less frustration, save valuable time and money and happier seafarers.

Moving forward
The concept of S-mode has been proposed under the agenda of the IMO e-Navigation initiative.
At MSC 95, IMO recently identified that the ‘Guidelines on standardized modes of operation (S-mode)’ are a priority and need to be established by 2019. Let’s help make it happen. 

Learn more
Click on the cover below to read issue 14 of The Navigator.