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IHO and CIESM renew their cooperation

IHO and CIESM have renewed their Scientific Cooperation Agreement for the next 4 years. This will provide a framework for active cooperation between the two intergovernmental organizations dedicated to marine science.

Participants in GEBCO week discuss seafloor mapping and knowledge of the oceans

Over 600 participants from 80 countries gathered online as part of the GEBCO Week to discuss initiatives to map the seafloor and increase our knowledge of the oceans.

New Chair and Vice-Chair of the IHO Council

A new Chair and Vice-Chair of the IHO Council have been appointed.

TFT

Training for Trainers Programme (TFT) The TFT is designed to prepare trainers in hydrographic related subjects and will be exposed to teaching methodology and teaching material development. The trainer will then deliver specific training programmes in their own countries, in their mother tongue and using their expertise. The TFT is currently focusing on hydrographic surveying, nautical charting and Maritime Safety Information (MSI). It had been successfully run within the East Asia Hydrographic Commission (EAHC) and is now expanded to the global IHO community.

Alumni List and Distribution

  112 alumni in 52 countries by the end of 2025, distributed worldwide (Larger map)

ENC Data Protection

Introduction The IHO Data Protection Scheme defines security constructs and operating procedures that must be followed by Data Servers (providers of data) and Data Clients (systems that use the data). The purpose of data protection scheme is to provide: 1. Piracy Protection: i.e. to prevent unauthorised use of data by encrypting the ENC information. 2. Selective Access: i.e. to restrict access to ENC information to only those cells that a customer has been licenced for. 3. Authentication: i.e to provide assurance that the ENC data has come from approved sources

19th Conference of the IHO Hydrographic Commission on Antarctica (HCA) Venice, Italy, hybrid, 16 – 18 April 2024 & HPWG1, Region M ICCWG2 and S-100 Workshop, 15 April

How to Get Involved

Welcome to the world of crowdsourced bathymetry (CSB), where collective efforts can help shape our understanding of the depths in our coastal zones, oceans, lakes, and waterways. This approach harnesses the power of individuals and organizations worldwide to contribute to and create improved bathymetric maps and products.  Join our crowdsourced bathymetry effort and contribute to the exploration of the world's oceans like never before! We invite scientists and researchers, navigators, fishers, like-minded enthusiasts, and anyone with a passion for the mysteries that lie beneath the waves. Together, we can help create a comprehensive and accurate map of the ocean floor, unlocking valuable insights into marine ecosystems, geological processes, and potential resources. By pooling our collective knowledge and data, we can accelerate scientific discovery and conservation efforts. Whether you have access to specialized equipment or are simply an avid sailor, your contributions can make a difference. 

Why CSB ?

Participating in the CSB Initiative benefits both those collecting the data and the communities of  data users. These data contribute to increasing our knowledge, information which supports local regional and global initiatives in favour of the sustainable use of the oceans. They can also contribute to improved knowledge of seabed topography and better bathymetric maps or hydrographic charts in previously uncharted areas or areas lacking accurate data. This in turn can help avoid groundings and make navigation safer for all.