Guidance on position reference systems and sensors for DP operations

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 0.3 - April 2024

This document provides guidance on the selection and use of position reference systems (PRS) and sensors for dynamic positioning (DP) operations, emphasising best practices and recommendations for various technologies.

Contents

  • Introduction 

  • Glossary of Terms 

  • Reference System Basic Principles 

  • Operational Considerations 

  • Operational Experience from IMCA DP Station Keeping Reporting Scheme 

  • Failure Analysis 

  • Typical Use of Position Reference Systems (PRS) 

  • References


Revision

  • Rev. 0.2 -