By UK Hydrographic Office It is no exaggeration to say that shipping underpins the global supply chain. 90% of everything travels via ship. But it is also a sector that…
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Smarter decision making in a challenging maritime industry
Seafarers have always relied on navigational equipment to steer their vessels safely across the oceans. However, the tools that modern mariners use compared to previous generations are, as expected, far…
https://gcaptain.com/smarter-decision-making-in-a-challenging-maritime-industry/
UKHO Extends Timeline for Phase-Out of Admiralty Paper Charts
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has extended the timetable for ceasing its paper chart production in response to user feedback. For more than two centuries, mariners, shipping companies and international…
https://gcaptain.com/ukho-extends-timeline-for-phase-out-of-admiralty-paper-charts/
UKHO provides bathymetric surveys for the Seabed 2030 project
Marking the first time the UKHO supplies data directly to GEBCO, this initiative aims to advance the understanding of ocean bathymetry and support the Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable…
https://gcaptain.com/ukho-provides-bathymetric-surveys-for-the-seabed-2030-project/
UKHO provides bathymetric surveys for the Seabed 2030 project
Marking the first time the UKHO supplies data directly to GEBCO, this initiative aims to advance the understanding of ocean bathymetry and support the Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable…
https://gcaptain.com/ukho-provides-bathymetric-surveys-for-the-seabed-2030-project/
UK Hydrographic Office supports Montserrat authorities with seabed mapping data survey
This project is one of three workstreams geared to helping the island meet its international maritime obligations and assist in understanding the marine environment. The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has…
Going Digital: UKHO to Phase Out Traditional Paper Nautical Charts
For more than two centuries, mariners, shipping companies and international governments have relied on UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) charts to safely navigate the world’s oceans. Today, the agency announced it…
https://gcaptain.com/going-digital-ukho-to-phase-out-traditional-paper-nautical-charts/
UK Hydrographic Office announces intention to withdraw from paper chart production
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced its intention to develop options for the withdrawal from global paper chart production by late 2026 to increase focus on its digital navigation…
UK Hydrographic Office calls for UK government organisations involved in seabed mapping to join newly unveiled UK Centre for Seabed Mapping
Initiative aims to increase the global coverage, quality, and accessibility of seabed mapping data through collaboration and the creation of a more integrated marine geospatial sector The UK Hydrographic Office…
UK Hydrographic Office data to help drive maritime trade and growth in Cayman Islands
Seabed mapping survey sheds light on the shape of the sea floor and habitat areas in surrounding waters, supports the islands’ sustainable blue economy and enables safe navigation The UK…