Traffic analysis for enhancing safety in the Singapore Straits using AIS data

Abstract

Enhancing transportation safety is an important step that should be taken. In this study, traffic analysis was carried out in the Singapore Strait. The location has a density of traffic in the world as well as the potential for ship accidents. In addition, the Singapore Strait is the world's main route connecting to several countries. The purpose of the study was to analyze the traffic conditions in the Malacca Strait by using AIS data. The method was using MySQL to analyse AIS which was converted with GIS. AIS provides information in real time. IMO has recommended the use of AIS on ships to improve safety. The results of this analysis are very useful for improving ship safety in the Singapore Strait.