
Article 1 

1. Without prejudice to existing radionavigation systems, Member States which participate in or join regional agreements on Loran-C shall do so in a way which fulfils international objectives.
2. With regard to their participation in the regional agreements referred to in paragraph 1, Member States shall seek to achieve the radionavigation configurations which cover the widest possible geographical area in Europe and in neighbouring waters.
Article 2 
The Commission shall:

— ensure coordination between the Member States participating in the regional agreements referred to in paragraph 1 with a view to ensuring compatibility between the Loran-C chains introduced at regional level,
— encourage the development of receivers, which take account of the ongoing development of satellite systems and the enhancement of the present Loran-C system,
— pursue its work with a view to setting up a radionavigation plan which takes into account the development of satellite navigation systems, of existing terrestrial systems and of the radionavigation plans of the Member States, and
— propose the necessary measures to the Council should the need arise.
Article 3 
As members or observers within the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities, Member States and the Commission shall support efforts to set up a worldwide radionavigation system including European regional Loran-C chains with the purpose of enlarging worldwide Loran-C coverage in order to improve the safety of navigation and protection of the marine environment.
Article 4 
This Decision is addressed to the Member States.
Done at Brussels, 25 February 1992.
For the Council
The President
Vitor MARTINS