Glossary: E
13 terms.
- Electro-Technical OfficerA certificated officer responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, and automation systems aboard.
- Electronic Chart Display and Information SystemA navigation information system that displays ENCs and vessel position, accepted as a replacement for paper charts under SOLAS.
- Emergency Escape Breathing DeviceA self-contained breathing device providing approximately 10 minutes of breathable air to escape a smoke-filled space.
- Emergency Fire PumpA self-contained fire pump located outside the machinery space, capable of supplying fire mains if the main pumps are disabled.
- Emergency GeneratorA self-contained standby generator automatically supplying essential electrical power to safety systems if the main supply fails.
- Emergency Position Indicating Radio BeaconA satellite beacon that transmits a distress signal with vessel identity and position to the Cospas-Sarsat system when activated.
- Emission Control AreaA sea area designated under MARPOL Annex VI where stricter limits on sulfur and NOx emissions from ships apply.
- Engine CadetA trainee engineer officer undertaking approved sea service as part of an engineering degree programme to qualify for a watchkeeping certificate.
- Engine LogThe official daily record maintained by the engine department of machinery performance, fuel consumption, and maintenance events.
- EquasisA free public database providing safety-related information on commercial vessels including inspection history, class, and owner details.
- Estimated PositionA position obtained by advancing a known fix using course and speed while applying estimated leeway and current allowances.
- Exclusive Economic ZoneA sea zone extending up to 200 nautical miles from a coastal state's baseline where it has sovereign rights over resources.
- Exhaust Gas Cleaning SystemA device fitted in the exhaust line that removes sulfur oxides from engine gases, allowing use of high-sulfur HFO under IMO 2020.