7.1 System capability
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7.1 System capability

  7.1.1 The Sound VTS centre is situated at Malmö, Sweden.

  7.1.2 The Sound VTS system comprises several remote sensor sites. The sites provide surveillance of the SOUNDREP area using a combination of radar and AIS. An integrated network of ten radar sensors integrated with AIS provides surveillance of the area.

  7.1.3 All the sensors mentioned below will be controlled or monitored by the VTS operators.

  7.1.4 Recording equipment automatically stores information from all tracks, which can be replayed. In case of incidents the VTS authority can use records as evidence. VTS operators have access to different ship registers, pilot information and hazardous cargo data.

  7.1.5 An integrated database is available for the operators in handling information.

Parent topic: 7 Shore-based facilities to support the operation of the system
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