SOLAS regulation V/19. 2.1 provides that all (SOLAS) ships, irrespective of size, must have a properly adjusted standard magnetic compass, or other means, independent of any power supply, to determine the ship’s heading and display the reading at the main steering position, as well as a pelorus or compass bearing device, or other means, to take bearings.
What are the SOLAS requirements for the provision of compasses on UK ships?
