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What is ETA Confirmed?

ETA Confirmed Formal confirmation that a vessel’s estimated time of arrival is correct and accepted by both reporting vessel and authority.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “ETA Confirmed” Used in Practice?

VTS Genoa, this is ferry Olympia: ETA confirmed for pilot boarding at 0730 UTC, standing by channel 11.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

Related Maritime English Terms

ETA RevisedConfirm PositionPilot BoardingBridge Standing By

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What is ETA Confirmed?

Formal confirmation that a vessel’s estimated time of arrival is correct and accepted by both reporting vessel and authority.

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