International Standards for Aids to Navigation

International Standards for Aids to Navigation are globally agreed guidelines designed to ensure that aids like buoys, beacons, lights, and signals effectively help mariners determine their position and safely navigate waterways. These standards establish uniform requirements for the design, placement, and operation of navigational aids, promoting consistency and reliability worldwide. By following these standards, maritime vessels can interpret aid signals correctly, reducing the risk of accidents, grounding, or collisions, and promoting safe and efficient international maritime traffic.