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Å<strong>ABS</strong> <strong>Notations</strong> and Symbols – 3 November 2003 (Updated on 25 January 2007)<br />

Common <strong>Notations</strong> and Symbols<br />

NOTATION<br />

À PAS<br />

DESCRIPTION<br />

This notation is assigned to non-self propelled vessels fitted with thrusters intended to assist in<br />

maneuvering or propelling while under tow, and <strong>the</strong> arrangements are in accordance with <strong>the</strong><br />

applicable requirements <strong>of</strong> Part 4, Chapter 3 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>ABS</strong> Rules for Building and <strong>Class</strong>ing Steel<br />

Vessels. The Maltese Cross À symbol signifies that compliance with <strong>the</strong>se Rules was verified by <strong>the</strong><br />

Bureau during construction <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> vessel. This includes survey <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> machinery at <strong>the</strong> manufacturer’s<br />

plant (where required), during installation on board <strong>the</strong> vessel; and during trials.<br />

REFERENCES<br />

4-3-5/1.3.2 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Rules for Building and <strong>Class</strong>ing Steel Vessels<br />

REMARKS<br />

Optional <strong>Class</strong> Notation<br />

Example – À A1, Chemical Tank Barge, À PAS…

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