.1 TRANSREP will be based on VHF voice radiocommunications.
.2 The call to the shore-based Authority shall
be made on VHF channel 70 (16).
.3 However, a ship which cannot use VHF channel
70 (16) in order to transmit the reports should use MF DSC or INMARSAT.
.4 The language used for communication shall
be English, using the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases,
where necessary.
.5 Information to be reported:
A Name of ship, call sign and IMO number
C or D Position (latitude and longitude or in
relation to a landmark)
H Date, time and point of entry into system
K Date, time and point of exit from system or
departure from a harbour within the ATBA
L Intended track within the ATBA