Purpose and Major Activities

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Purpose and Major activities
Explanation
Purpose Contributing to the development of Aids to Navigation by developing technologies and effectively managing them.
Legal Basis Aids to Navigation Act, Article 41
Major activities
  • Survey, research, and promotion on Aids to Navigation
  • Support for international cooperation related to Aids to Navigation, such as cooperation with the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities(IALA)
  • Collection, analysis, and provision of information related to Aids to Navigation from international organizations
  • Research and development, and testing and inspection of Aids to Navigation equipment and supplies
  • Support and manage the Aids to Navigation-related education, and cultivate professional human resources
  • Support for cooperative development with other nations regarding Aids to Navigation
  • Maintenance of buoys established and managed by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries
  • Operation and management of the National Lighthouse Museum and marine lighthouse cultural spaces