| Task name : | Review and update G1178 - An introduction to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) from an IALA perspective | 
                            
                                | Leading committee and working group owning the task: | DTEC WG 2 | 
                            
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                                | Task Leader : | Olaf Christians | 
                            
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                                            : | DTEC-1.2.5 | 
                                                
                            | Standards : | S1010 Marine Aids to Navigation Planning And Service Requirements | 
                        
                            | Topic area : | S1010.1 Obligations and regulatory compilance | 
                        
                            | Task Description : | Reviewing and updating the G1178 document to reflect the advancements in AI and the experiences gained from its use in the maritime domain, including use cases, benefits, and challenges.  | 
                        
                            | Objectives of the task : | This update aims to provide a current and comprehensive introduction to AI from an IALA perspective, ensuring relevance and practical insights for maritime professionals.  | 
                        
                            | Expected outcome : | An updated G1178 document  | 
                        
                            | Compelling need : | Rapid pace of AI advancements since its initial release in December 2022. | 
                        
                            | Strategic Alignment : |  O1 - Innovate, improve, and harmonise Marine Aids to Navigation constantly reflecting changing technology & system obsolescence, changing user needs, operational imperatives, environmental sustainability, and best practice. | 
                        
                            | Scope : | In scope:  Revision of the existing guideline, ensuring information provided to IALA members is as up-to-date and accurate as possible.    | 
                        
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                            | Brief and concise description of the work :
                                to be undertaken and programme mile-stones (where appropriate). | First draft of revised/new document	Oct 2025 (DTEC5) Draft completed with further inputs	Mar 2026 (DTEC6) Draft completed and forwarded to Council for approval	Oct 2026 (DTEC7)   | 
                        
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                            |  | Approved by Council (Council session/Date) : | 0 |  | 
                        
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                            | History of the task : | 
                                            2025-09-25 11:35:20 alisa.nechyporuk 
                                            2025-09-25 11:36:58 alisa.nechyporuk 
                                            2025-09-25 11:37:27 alisa.nechyporuk 
                                            2025-09-26 09:44:29 DTECWG2C |