What is ecdis and its purpose

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ECDIS stands for Electronic Chart Display and Information System. It is used for navigation and displaying electronic navigational charts.

ECDIS is a computer-based navigation system used by ships to display electronic navigational charts (ENCs) and other navigational information.
Its purpose is to enhance navigation safety by providing accurate and up-to-date information to the mariners.
ECDIS helps in route planning, monitoring vessel's position, and avoiding potential navigational hazards.
It also integrates with other onboard systems like GPS and AIS to provide comprehensive situational awareness.
Examples of ECDIS manufacturers include Furuno, Transas, and Kelvin Hughes.

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