Abstract
The next generation coastal ship "Shige-Maru" has a new onboard LAN (Local Area Network) system configured to achieve labor savings. In the deck department, a control LAN system was developed to effectively support each phase of ship operation, such as navigation, maneuvering, anchoring, berthing, mooring and cargo handling. On the other hand, in the engine and ship management departments, an information LAN system was developed to comprehensively handle and manage voyage data, machinery data, running maintenance information, onboard affairs data, etc. The control and information LAN systems are mutually connected and designed to exchange various data. In this paper, the required specifications, research tasks and results of the Integrated Control and Information LAN System are described
