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NAVSTRAT-2030

● Advanced Surveillance Systems. SLN is to be equipped with state-of-the-art
maritime surveillance systems, including the newest radar systems, Unmanned
Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), underwater detection and analysis sensors and vehicles,
Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Vessel
Monitoring Systems (VMSs), satellite surveillance facilities, to improve real-time
situational awareness. The High-Frequency Surface Wave Radar (HFSWR) system
on the Eastern coast served immensely to apprehend vessels conducting illegal
activities in the long-range beyond the coverage of typical radars in the past. The
introduction of similar mechanisms to other areas towards South East, South and
Western coasts will enhance real-time detection capabilities further. However, this
process has to commence subjected to careful study of the existing system and its
utilization at present and future.

● Data Fusion and Analysis. The establishment of a robust data fusion and analysis
centre to integrate information from various sources has enabled a quick and
informed decision-making process. This mechanism will enhance with full
functioning of existing IFC and MRCC by acquiring equipment and sensor nodes
for surveillance stations, main units, sub-units and platforms. Interconnection of
those systems is possible only through adequate data, telephone and other
communication network facilities including MF, HF, VHF, UHF and satellite
communications means. Integration of AIS, Automatic Vessel Locating System
(AVLS), GMDSS, updated electronic charts and mapping data, human intelligence
and sharing information with local, foreign and multinational institutions will easier
this process.

● Under Water Detection Capability. The increasing power rivalries in the IOR,
require the necessity of having underwater detection capability for major ports in
the country and platforms. Frigate with ASW capability would be the best option
for platforms for this purpose. Due to the financial constraints, instead of high-end
sonar systems; affordable dipping sonars, towed array sonars or unmanned
underwater vehicles will serve the purpose.

● Hydrography and Oceanography. Considering the large sea area belongs to
the country, hydrography and oceanography surveying capability is another
concern of SLN and SLCG. Hydrographic and Oceanographic survey platforms
with multi-beam echo sounders will serve this purpose. The introduction of
surveying equipment onboard ships/craft as feasible is another option at the early
stage.

Total Maritime Surveillance Solution

A Total Maritime Surveillance Solution (TMSS) is an integrated, comprehensive solution designed
to monitor, manage and control maritime-related activities covering the maritime domain of the
country. This total solution consists of the following to ensure safety, security and to have real-
time situational awareness and reaction;

● Surveillance using coastal sensors (Radars, HFSWR, High-resolution day and night
cameras, Underwater detectors)
● Surveillance using sensors onboard fleet units
● Human and Maritime Intelligence
● Weather and Environmental Sensors

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