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CSBWG8 (Oct 2019)

Cartas Circulares 2019

Member States Gather in Monaco for the IHO Council Meeting

Delegations representing Member States of the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) convened in Monaco last week for the annual meeting of the Council.  Participants from 30 Member States sitting on the Council, along with 13 Observers, discussed a wide range of topics including plans for a potential IHO Infrastructure Centre in the Republic of Korea, secure information exchange, and the ongoing transition to digital ocean data systems. 

UNCLOS and the international legal framework suitability for ocean activities discussed at ABLOS Conference

The 12th IHO-IAG ABLOS conference brought together participants from all over the world to discuss how the global regulatory framework and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) addresses some of today's most pressing ocean-related challenges. Organised in partnership with the Qatari Standing Committee of the Convention on the Law of the Sea, the 280 participants learned about achievements of UNCLOS, challenges it faces in today’s international context, and gaps to be addressed. One question which emerged repeatedly was whether the convention was flexible enough to address modern issues.

Standards pending entry into force

This page provides a list of IHO standards and product specifications relevant to ECDIS that have been officially published but are not yet in force. These include standards that have been approved and released, but whose implementation dates lie in the future, as defined in the S-100 Implementation Roadmap. Only standards that are intended to be implemented in ECDIS are listed here. Each entry includes the publication date, the scheduled date of entry into force, and any applicable notes regarding transition periods or dual-fuel operations. ECDIS manufacturers, hydrographic offices, and system integrators are encouraged to regularly consult this page to prepare for upcoming requirements under the S-100 framework and ensure timely compliance.   Date of update: 9 May 2025

MSDIWG

SAIHC MSDI Seabed2030  VTC Meeting 2nd February 2021 

3rd UN Ocean Conference Nice

The 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) will take place in Nice, France, from June 9 to 13, 2025. This pivotal event will bring together global leaders, scientists, policy-makers, and ocean advocates to drive solutions for the preservation and sustainable use of our oceans. Stay tuned for event details and highlights as we prepare for this crucial gathering to shape the future of our oceans. 

S-57 Standards in Force

Introduction SOLAS regulations V/18 and V/19, requires that in order to achieve chart carriage requirements (in terms of SOLAS), the ECDIS equipment must conform to the relevant IMO performance standards. ECDIS units on board  are  required  to  comply  with  one  of  two  performance  standards  (either  IMO resolution A.817(19), as amended; or resolution MSC.232(82)), depending on the date of their installation.

S-57 Standards in Force

Introduction SOLAS regulations V/18 and V/19, requires that in order to achieve chart carriage requirements (in terms of SOLAS), the ECDIS equipment must conform to the relevant IMO performance standards. ECDIS units on board  are  required  to  comply  with  one  of  two  performance  standards  (either  IMO resolution A.817(19), as amended; or resolution MSC.232(82)), depending on the date of their installation.