Passage Planning Guide - Strait of Malacca: 2026-27 [paper]

Passage Planning Guide Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS)

The PPG – SOMS 2026-27 Edition is the definitive guide for navigating officers to create an effective passage plan for the Straits of Malacca and Singapore. Developed in consultation with Straits Pilots, port authorities, and shipmasters, it provides practical, location-specific guidance for safe transit.

Key Features:

Annotated Chartlets – Satellite imagery for each leg of the transit, highlighting:

• Aids to navigation
• Potential hazards
• Supported by detailed guidance notes

High-Risk Areas & Pre-emptive Measures – Identifies zones requiring vigilance and safety actions for ships.

Case Studies – Examines groundings and collisions in the Straits to learn from real incidents.

Updated Reporting & Compliance – Includes:

• MPA’s Just In Time Planning Platform (optimized arrivals/departures in Singapore)
• Expanded vessel reporting & pre-arrival info
• Flowcharts for clarity

Tidal Streams Supplement – High-quality diagrams on tidal conditions (now integrated as an annex).

Practical Tools –

• Perforated Pre-Entry Bridge Team Meeting Checklist (easy to tear out)
• Bookmark with QR codes for Port Marine Circulars & PDF downloads

Regulatory & Reference Sources:

✅ Rules for Vessels Navigating through the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
✅ STRAITREP – Mandatory Reporting Procedures
✅ Port Marine Circulars (Singapore)
✅ IMO Assembly Resolutions

Why use this guide?

✔ Enhances safety with real-time data and hazard awareness.
✔ Ensures compliance with local and international regulations.
✔ Optimizes transit efficiency with updated reporting tools.

Navigate the SOMS with confidence – the 2026-27 PPG-SOMS is your trusted companion.

1918144170, 9781918144170, SOMS