Ocean data has a vital but underappreciated role to play as an enabler in shipping’s energy transition. In particular, it can help to unlock the short-term carbon savings that will...

Providing global hydrographic and geospatial data to defence, mariners and maritime agencies across the world, the UKHO is transforming its digital capability to continue meet the needs of the digital...

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has started supplying bathymetric survey data for non-UK waters to the General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO), after signing the memorandum of understanding (MOU)...

As Brazilian waters grow busier, many of Brazil’s port facilities are being modernised and expanded. The UKHO has produced new and updated charts and Port Approach Guides for Brazilian waters...

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has conducted a seabed mapping data survey in Montserrat to improve the safety of navigation around the island and to help understand, manage and protect its...

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has issued a warning regarding counterfeit charts and other UKHO publications it has seen in circulation. The counterfeit documents do not satisfy SOLAS carriage requirements,...

The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has been awarded the International Institute of Marine Surveyings (IIMS) highest award, the Crystal Award in recognition for its continuing work on safety at...

Sandra Rogers is to take up the position of Non-Executive Chair to the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) this autumn when the current Chairman, David Palmer, steps down after 4.5 years...

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has launched a new beta version of its Seabed Mapping Service, now available via the ADMIRALTY Marine Data Portal. The ADMIRALTY Marine Data Portal is the...

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced its intention to develop options for the withdrawal from global paper chart production by late 2026 to increase its focus on digital navigation...