Use of Satellite Tracking in the Efficient Management of Vessels Transiting the Panama Canal

James V. Carroll and Carlos A. Alvarado

Abstract:	A GPS-based tracking and navigation system is being developed as part of a project to enhance vessel traffic management in the Panama Canal. The tracking information will support an automated vessel and resource scheduling system also being developed by the Volpe Center and the Panama Canal Commission (PCC). This paper describes the design and installation of the prototype tracking system. Features of the design process include a high level of user involvement and application of proven technologies. The prototype system is scheduled to be in full operation by autumn, 1997.
Published in:	Proceedings of the 53rd Annual Meeting of The Institute of Navigation (1997) June 30 - 2, 1997 Albuquerque, NM
Pages:	537 - 544
Cite this article:	Carroll, James V., Alvarado, Carlos A., "Use of Satellite Tracking in the Efficient Management of Vessels Transiting the Panama Canal," Proceedings of the 53rd Annual Meeting of The Institute of Navigation (1997), Albuquerque, NM, June 1997, pp. 537-544.
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