20 – 24 February 2017
WORKSHOP ON COMMON PHRASEOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
FOR VTS COMMUNICATIONS
Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Grand INNA KUTA Hotel
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION
REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) in association with the Directorate General of
Sea Transportation of the Ministry of Transportation, Indonesia is hosting a Workshop on Common Phraseology and Procedures for VTS
Communications in Bali, Indonesia, from 20 – 24 February, 2017.
BACKGROUND The workshop would also contribute to enhancing other IALA
documents related to VTS communications, such as:
IALA’s Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Committee is holding a Recommendation V‐103 and its associated Model
workshop to enhance the operational performance and Courses with specific reference to the modules dealing
effectiveness of VTS through the adoption of common phraseology communication.
and procedures for VTS communications. Recommendation V‐127 on Operational Procedures for
The 2012 IALA VTS Symposium recognised that there is a Vessel Traffic Services.
compelling need to establish stand‐alone communication Guideline 1089 on Types of Service (INS, TOS and NAS).
procedures for VTS to facilitate clear and unambiguous
transfer of information. GOALS
A key factor in realising the full potential of VTS around the To assist in the development of IALA documentation and associated
world is by ensuring that VTS communications are harmonised material addressing the delivery of VTS communications with a
through common phraseology, procedures and technology for view to improving its effectiveness in both routine communications
the delivery of precise, simple and unambiguous and in developing situations.To promote IALA and its role in the
communications to the bridge team and allied services. maritime sphere.
A conclusion of the 2016 IALA VTS Symposium was that
interaction and communication is not unique to VTS, and TOPICS
inspiration from other sectors, such as the aviation sector,
may facilitate the development of enhanced and harmonized The workshop will involve working groups examining the following
guidance on communications and phraseology. subjects:
Language and Phraseology
PURPOSE • Explore and document key issues faced by VTS training
organisations and VTS authorities in communicating effectively
To provide the VTS Committee with proposals, concepts and and ensuring standards and consistency in VTS
examples of best practice that can be used in the development of communications.
guidance on VTS communications.
• Review existing IMO, IALA, and wider industry guidance and
The workshop would facilitate the exchange of best practices, subsequently identify strategies and best practices.
ideas and knowledge amongst a wide range of VTS professionals • Explore VTS message construction and the development of
and those from other sectors and contribute to influencing the common phraseology to facilitate the clear and unambiguous
formulation and development of IALA documentation on VTS gathering and transfer of information.
communications. • Identify and explore how the development of common
phraseology and procedures for VTS communications can best
be incorporated in IALA documentation for Training and HOTEL
Certification of VTS Personnel.
Effective communication Delegates are responsible for booking their own hotels.
Identify and explore factors on how best common phraseology can 1 GRAND INNA KUTA BEACH HOTEL (VENUE OF THE WORKSHOP)
be integrated with the developing stand‐alone communication 4 STARS HOTEL
procedures to facilitate clear and unambiguous transfer of Address: Jl. Pantai Kuta No.1, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Kabupaten
information. Badung, 80361, Bali
Human Factors and Technology Tel + 62 361 751361 Fax +62 361 751362
Identify the implications of future technology such as VDES for Price: USD 135. To benefit from the negotiated price please book
VTS Communications and associated human performance. with the events code: “IALA‐vtscomm2017” (valid till end of
Explore the interaction between non‐technical skills (e.g., December 2016).
situational awareness, decision‐making) and communication. Website: www.grandinnakuta.com
Email:
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Consider how culture plays a role in communication and
phraseology. 2 HARD ROCK KUTA BEACH HOTEL
Address the role that VTS Centre design plays in creating 4 STARS HOTEL
physical spaces that facilitate effective communication. Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Kabupaten
Consider how communication breakdowns and errors occur Badung, 80361, Bali
and identify a path to resilience in communications. Tel +62 361 761 869 Fax +62 361 761 868
Price: USD 159
Website: bali.hardrockhotels.net
PROCESS
Email:
[email protected]
The Workshop will include presentations on various aspects 3 MERCURE KUTA BEACH HOTEL
relevant to VTS communications. The programme includes 4 STARS HOTEL
discussion periods and also works on draft IALA guidance for Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta 10 X, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta,
common phraseology and procedures for VTS communication. Kabupaten Badung, 80361, Bali
Tel +62 361 767411 Fax +62 361 767417
ATTENDEES Price: USD 100
Website: mercurekutabali.com
The Workshop is directed to all relevant organisations with interest Email:
[email protected]
in VTS communications, such as IALA Members, VTS Authorities,
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VTS personnel, Maritime professionals (e.g. pilots), Competent
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Maritime Authorities, VTS Stakeholders, VTS Training
Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Kabupaten
Organisations, Linguistic experts in transportation sector, Marine
Badung, 80361, Bali
Accident Investigators, etc.
Tel +62 361 3007080 Fax +62 361 3007060
The working language for the Workshop will be English.
Price: USD 120
Website: thekutabeachheritage.com/
REGISTRATION FEE
The registration fee for the Workshop is EUR 480. It includes
Workshop material, lunches, coffee breaks and social events.
VENUE
The venue will be the Grand INNA KUTA Hotel, Denpasar, Bali,
Indonesia.
Picture source: Norwegian Coastal Administration
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PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME
Day 1 Monday 20 February 2017
11:00 – 14:00 Registration
14:00 – 15:00 Session 1 Opening and setting the scene
15:30 – 17:30 Session 2 Presentations by expert speakers
18:00 Welcome reception
Day 2 Tuesday 21 February 2017
09:00 – 15:00 Session 3 Working Groups
15:00 Technical visit to Lombok VTS
Day 3 Wednesday 22 February 2017
09:00 – 17:30 Session 4 Working Groups
18:00 Workshop dinner
Day 4 Thursday 23 February 2017
09:00 – 17:00 Session 5 Working Groups
Day 5 Friday 24 February 2017
09:00 – 10:30 Session 6 Reports from working groups and discussion
11:00 – 11:50 Session 7 Workshop review, conclusions and closing
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Workshop on Common Phraseology and
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20 – 24 February 2017
Grand INNA KUTA Hotel
Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
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Dear IALA Member
The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) in
association with the Directorate General of Sea Transportation of the Ministry of Transportation,
Indonesia is hosting a Workshop on Common Phraseology and Procedures for VTS Communications in
Bali, Indonesia, from 20 – 24 February, 2017
The venue will be the Grand INNA KUTA Hotel, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia.
The goal of the workshop is to assist in the development of IALA documentation and associated material
addressing the delivery of VTS communications with a view to improving its effectiveness in both routine
communications and in developing situations. To promote IALA and its role in the maritime sphere.
Online Registration is now open and online payment are now available on the IALA Website:
http://www.iala-aism.org/product/workshop-common-phraseology-procedures-vts-communications/
More information is provided on the attached Flyer.
We hope to see you in Bali.
For the IALA Secretariat
Best regards,
Audrey GUINAULT
Administrative Assistant / Assistante Administrative
Tel +33 (0)1 34 51 70 01 – Fax +33 (0)1 34 51 82 05 – E-mail :
[email protected]