S-100 Sea Trials and Testbeds
To test the effectiveness and readiness of S-100 prior to its implementation, several IHO Member States have conducted sea trials and test beds. During these trials, mariners experience S-100 in real-life conditions and provide feedback in order to identify areas for improvement and achievements. The following are some of the results obtained so far:
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St. Lawrence River, Québec, Canada
Canada hosted the S-100 Sea Trials on the St. Lawrence River from June 1st to November 30th, 2025. This was an opportunity for the hydrographic and maritime community to experience the innovation and power of the full S-100 Phase 1 package of hydrographic products and services.
Find the full report here.
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S-100 Torres Strait Test Bed
Australia conducted an S‑100 Test Bed on the Torres Strait to evaluate the operational use of core S‑100 Phase I products (S‑101, S‑102, S‑104, S‑111, S‑124 and S-129) in a high‑complexity, environmentally sensitive and pilotage‑controlled waterway.
Find the preliminary report here.
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Tory Channel S-100 Testbed
New Zealand performed an S-100 testbed in the Tory Channel, an area known for strong currents and challenging seafloor conditions. The purpose of the testbed was to evaluate how S-101 ENCs, S-102 Bathymetric Surface, S-104 Water Level Information and S-111 Surface Currents perform compared to traditional S-57 ENCs in supporting navigational decision-making and situational awareness.
Find more information here.
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