Icom's MXA-5000 AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver will pick up real- time transmissions from vessels that use an AIS transporter. Such transponders are now required for SOLAS vessels by SOLAS regulations. The AIS transponder sends accurate navigation information such as: Static information: vessel call sign, name MMSI number, dimensions and type. Voyage-related information ù draft, cargo type, destination and estimated time of arrival. Dynamic information: time in universal time, coordinated, latitude/longitude position, course over ground, speed over ground, heading, rate of turn and navigational status.