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New IHO Director presents his background & future objectives

Following the elections during the 3rd session of the IHO Assembly, Dr. John Nyberg has formally taken up his role as IHO Director at the Secretariat in Monaco. In order to get to know him better, we asked him questions about his background and aspirations for his tenure at the IHO Secretariat.

The Arctic Regional Hydrographic Commission reviews its activities in 2022

The ARHC has prepared a summary of activities for the past year which includes an update on the development of a pan-Arctic nautical grid and access to data and discusses the IHO roadmap for the implementation of S-100 based services, which will contribute to safety of navigation, environmental protection, and cost efficiencies.

World Hydrography Day

The IHO has released a new video for World Hydrography Day which highlights the relationship between hydrography and autonomous technologies. This includes aerial, surface and underwater survey drones as well as autonomous ships.

Transition to digital data services and other priorities discussed at IHO Council

Representatives of 26 countries sitting on the IHO Council and Observers gathered last week in Monaco to review the work carried out and establish priorities for the coming years. This included progress with the transition to digital data services through the implementation of S-100, the Universal Digital Data Model, as well as hydrography’s contribution to global initiatives such as the Digital Twin of the Ocean.

Nominations Open for the MSc in Hydrographic Science

The IHO Secretariat has issued a call for candidates to participate in the Category "A" MSc in Hydrographic Science at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) as part of the IHO Capacity-Building Programme. Nominations for the 14th cohort of the FIG/IHO/ICA recognized course should be sent by 11 January of 2026.

Smart Navigation Moves Closer to Reality: Completion of Phase 1 of the S-100 Implementation

With the operational release of standards S-124 Navigational Warnings and S-128 Catalogue of Nautical Products, Phase 1 of S-100 Standards implementation has now been completed, marking a major step in the modernisation of navigation. Products and services using these specifications can be updated in near real-time, directly supporting the enhancement of navigational safety and facilitating on-board data management. Data services conforming to these standards are now ready for production and integration into navigation systems such as the S-100 ECDIS.

New date and venue for the IHO Assembly

Due to uncertainties regarding the availability of the traditional venue for the Assembly linked with its current use, the IHO Secretariat looked for alternatives. The Directing Committee has, after careful consideration and bearing in mind the organizational, logistical and financial consequences not limited to the Secretariat, decided that the 3rd Session of the IHO Assembly will take place at the Grimaldi Forum in the Principality of Monaco from 2 to 5 May 2023.

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The Bahamas Joins the International Hydrographic Organization

This Move Highlights National Commitment to Maritime Safety, Economic Growth, and Ocean Stewardship  The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) is pleased to announce that the Commonwealth of The Bahamas has officially joined the Organization, marking a significant step in the nation’s efforts to enhance its maritime capabilities and sustainable ocean development.