AIS Annual Performance Test in Thailand
SOLAS regulation V/18.9 requires the Automatic Identification System (AIS) to be tested every year by an approved surveyor or service supplier. SEATECH Electric is approved by ABS, Bureau Veritas, DNV, Lloyd's Register and ClassNK to inspect, test and maintain AIS, and issues the test report the class surveyor asks for.
What we cover
- Inspection and maintenance to the manufacturer's procedures by factory-certified engineers
- Check of static, dynamic and voyage data programmed in the AIS
- Radio performance measurements: frequency, transmit power and receiver operation on the AIS channels
- Check of connected sensors (GNSS, heading, rate of turn), pilot plug and display
- Check of antenna, cabling and power supplies
- AIS test report in line with IMO MSC.1/Circ.1252
- Troubleshooting, repair and genuine spare parts if a fault is found
Why ship managers choose SEATECH
- Engineers trained and certified directly by the manufacturer, working to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance procedures
- GMDSS radio surveys approved by ABS, BV, DNV, LR, ClassNK and the Marine Department of Thailand
- Authorised sales and service for Sperry Marine, Raymarine, SAILOR, NAVTOR, ACR and Ocean Signal
- Serving merchant vessels and the Royal Thai Navy since 2012, with a spare parts depot in Thailand
Questions about this service
How often must the AIS be tested?
Once a year. SOLAS V/18.9 requires an annual test by an approved surveyor or an approved testing or servicing facility, and a copy of the test report must be kept on board.
Which classification societies accept your AIS test report?
SEATECH Electric is an approved service supplier for AIS testing with ABS, Bureau Veritas, DNV, Lloyd's Register and ClassNK. Certificate numbers and expiry dates are shown on our home page.
Can the AIS test be done together with the radio survey?
Yes. Most vessels book the AIS annual test together with the GMDSS radio survey and, where fitted, the VDR annual performance test, so everything is done in one port call.
How do I book?
Email service@seatech-electric.com with the vessel name, IMO number, port, ETA and AIS make and model, or use the enquiry form.