Division 1.1 Introduction

These technical specifications define the structure of four messages for electronic ship reporting in inland navigation, based on the United Nations rules for Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce and Transport (UN/EDIFACT)^f1 message structure and customised, where required, for the purpose of inland navigation.

In the case that electronic ship reporting in inland navigation is required by national or international law, these technical specifications shall be applied.

The exact use of the messages, data elements and codes are defined in the Appendices (Message Implementation Manuals) in order to ensure a common understanding and usage of the messages.

The messages are:

1. 1..

   (Dangerous) goods reporting message (IFTDGN) — ERINOT

2. 2..

   Passenger and crew lists message (PAXLST)

3. 3..

   ERINOT response and receipt message (APERAK) — ERIRSP

4. 4..

   Berth management port notification message (BERMAN)

For sharing of information the use of XML technology is another possibility apart from the UN/EDIFACT standards.