Create a stronger foundation for maritime information
The maritime sector for modern governments uses GIS to support national missions in three fundamental ways: increasing Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), improving decision-making processes, and driving economic benefits.
National hydrographic offices use ArcGIS to perform the following:
- Collect and manage observation data in the marine environment
- Produce authoritative maritime information, including navigation products
- Share information to ensure national prosperity and growth using a Marine Spatial Data Infrastructure (MSDI)
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National maritime and hydrography strategies
National maritime webinars and events
National maritime and hydrographic authorities need to stay up-to-date with the latest national modernization trends, technology, and information. Attend one of our informative webinars or speak to one of our national maritime industry experts at an event.
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Our community
Find out how your peers are using Esri technology to achieve their goals.
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Related mapping and charting industries
The complete picture of a nation's land, sea, and air mapping and charting is achieved in collaboration with national maritime, aviation, land record and cadastre, and official statistical authorities.