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High Level Visit and Hydrographic Workshop in Uganda Kampala, Uganda 20 January

Investment in Hydrographic Services discussed during Dominican Republic high-level technical visit

In line with its mandate to plan, administer, and implement Capacity-Building activities, the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) conducted a high-level technical visit to the Dominican Republic from 23 – 24 November. The primary focus was to discuss the important role of Hydrographic Services at national, regional, and international levels, emphasizing their contribution to the sustainable development of national economies, and applying to how they pertain to the Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service of the Dominican Republic.

The IHO visits the Commonwealth of the Bahamas

On invitation of the Bahamian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, IHO Director Luigi Sinapi paid a High Level Visit to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas from 15 to 19 April. The Visit was aimed at resuming discussions on the Bahamas’ potential membership to the International Hydrographic Organization and on the progress made in the maritime sector of The Bahamas, to further strengthening the national capacity in the area of hydrography and improving the current Bahamian Maritime National Policy.

Hydrography for inland waterways discussed during visit to Bolivia

The IHO paid a high level visit to the Plurinational State of Bolivia on 5 and 6 September, during which hydrographic services for inland waterways were discussed. The landlocked nation borders on several lakes, including Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, and also has rivers which form part of the Amazon Basin. These play a vital role in the transport of people and goods in the region.

HCA19 (2024)

19th HCA Conference 15 - 18 April 2024,  Venice, Italy (hybrid) --  Conference confirmed in Venice, Italy (same dates). HPWG and Region M Coordination Meeting planned on 15 April pm. New version of the logistic information now available (as of 29 January 2024) -- Last Update: 14 May 2024  

Capacity Development and Technical Cooperation

Capacity Development is defined as the process by which the IHO assesses and assists in sustainable development of the Member States and other states, to meet the objectives of the IHO and the obligations related to SOLAS Chapter V, UNCLOS and other international instruments. Capacity Development is a strategic objective of the IHO.

The international community gathers in Monaco for the IHO Assembly

Representatives of the International Hydrographic Organization Member States, observers, and private sector, gathered in Monaco from May 1-5, 2023. The Assembly provided a forum to come together, discuss new developments in technical standards, and ocean mapping, and agree on resolutions to guide activities. Key decisions this year included the future of nautical charts and steps to ensure the ongoing transition to digital products and data services.

Analysis of the Status of MSI

SCET

GEBCO SUB-COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND TRAINING (SCET)