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Scoop
19-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Largest Maritime Navigation System Upgrade In Decades
Associate Minister for Transport The Government is making New Zealand more attractive to international shipping lines with the first major investment in navigation services in more than 30 years. Land Information Minister Chris Penk says the $28.6 million Budget 2025 funding secures the future of shipping, tourism and the maritime economy – highlighting the Government's commitment to back economic growth. "The investment enables safer and faster access to New Zealand's ports, keeping trade flowing smoothly and reliably and provides confidence in shipping. This is key as more than 99 percent of our imports and exports move by sea. "Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) and Maritime New Zealand are working together to create high-tech digital navigation tools based on the global S-100 standard. These tools will make navigation more precise, helping ships save fuel and cut costs while operating in our waters. 'The initiative will transform how mariners access and use data such as electronic charts, water levels, ocean surface currents and navigational warnings.' Associate Transport Minister James Meager says the investment benefits both economic growth and maritime safety. 'Modern digital maritime data and services will enable freight-efficient, environmentally responsible shipping routes that boost trade and investment across the Pacific. 'The investment in high-tech infrastructure ensures our maritime and tourism sectors are ready to thrive, while enhancing safety and efficiency. 'Importantly, it positions New Zealand at the forefront of the shift to digital navigation technology, and signals to the world that we're serious about supporting innovation, sustainabilitty and welfare at sea. 'Beyond New Zealand's coastline, this initiative supports safer, more efficient shipping across our wider maritime region – including Antarctica and South-West Pacific nations such as the Cook Islands, Samoa, Tonga, Niue, and Tokelau. 'As we celebrate Matariki and reflect on New Zealand's rich cultural history of navigating by the stars, now is the perfect time to look ahead toward building a resilient maritime economy for future generations.'
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Canada Leads the Way in Innovation for Safer Maritime Navigation
OTTAWA, ON, June 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Safe and reliable navigation of waterways is necessary for global trade and transportation, making accurate and accessible marine data essential. That's why the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), under Fisheries and Oceans Canada, is taking a leading role in validating new digital hydrographic standards. Today, the Minister of Fisheries, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, announced the launch of the S-100 Sea Trials on the St. Lawrence River. The S-100 data model is a new global standard created by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO), which offers a new way of visualizing the marine environment using layered, interactive digital data that can be added to navigational charts. Unlike traditional paper or electronic charts, the new standard integrates real-time information – like depths, landmarks, tides, and currents into a single, dynamic format. Until November 2025, Canada is offering S-100 digital navigation products and services free of charge to mariners, stakeholders, developers and other interested parties to test performance in real-life scenarios. The complex conditions of the St. Lawrence River, such as varying water depths, changing currents and navigational aids, position it as an ideal testing ground, and will provide invaluable insights for S-100's future adoption across global waters. Canada's leadership in hosting the S-100 Sea Trials will advance the global transition toward consistent and reliable digital hydrographic standards. International adoption of these standards will allow mariners to enhance maritime safety, better route navigation and planning, and transportation efficiency which will reduce costs and contribute to a cleaner environment and ocean. Quotes "As a country surrounded by three oceans, we are proud to be a leader in cutting-edge digital navigational services which will hold mariner safety, ocean health, and Canada's maritime trade to the highest standard. The S-100 Sea Trials will help lead us to a more efficient and safer marine environment for all users, from remote communities to large commercial operators around the globe." The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries Quick Facts Hydrography is the science of studying, measuring and charting the physical features of bodies of water, such as oceans, seas, lakes, and rivers. It is critical for safe navigation of marine travel. It is celebrated annually during World Hydrography Day on June 21st. The S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model (S-100) is a universal set of guidelines and definitions for designing and maintaining hydrographic geospatial products and services. It is the new international standard developed by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to ensure consistency in maritime products and services. The Canada Hydrographic Service is contributing several important navigational products and services within the IHO suite of products to help modernize navigation in Canadian waters. The IHO has planned a phased rollout of the S-100 navigational information starting in January 2026. Under the leadership of the Canadian Hydrographic Service, the S-100 Sea Trials are a collaborative effort also involving the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), Teledyne Geospatial, Electronic Chart Centre (ECC) and PRIMAR. Mariners, stakeholders, developers and other parties operating on the St. Lawrence River who are interested in participating in these trials can register via the event website hosted by the Canadian Integrated Ocean Observing System. Associated Links DFO Science Story – From Static to Dynamic: S-100 and the Future of Maritime Navigation VIDEO – Seabed Mapping: A Navigational Breakthrough? S-100 Products and services S-100 Products specification glossary Stay Connected Follow the Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Follow the Canadian Coast Guard on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. SOURCE Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Canada View original content:
Cision Canada
17-06-2025
- Science
- Cision Canada
Canada Leads the Way in Innovation for Safer Maritime Navigation Français
OTTAWA, ON, /CNW/ - Safe and reliable navigation of waterways is necessary for global trade and transportation, making accurate and accessible marine data essential. That's why the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), under Fisheries and Oceans Canada, is taking a leading role in validating new digital hydrographic standards. Today, the Minister of Fisheries, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, announced the launch of the S-100 Sea Trials on the St. Lawrence River. The S-100 data model is a new global standard created by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO), which offers a new way of visualizing the marine environment using layered, interactive digital data that can be added to navigational charts. Unlike traditional paper or electronic charts, the new standard integrates real-time information – like depths, landmarks, tides, and currents into a single, dynamic format. Until November 2025, Canada is offering S-100 digital navigation products and services free of charge to mariners, stakeholders, developers and other interested parties to test performance in real-life scenarios. The complex conditions of the St. Lawrence River, such as varying water depths, changing currents and navigational aids, position it as an ideal testing ground, and will provide invaluable insights for S-100's future adoption across global waters. Canada's leadership in hosting the S-100 Sea Trials will advance the global transition toward consistent and reliable digital hydrographic standards. International adoption of these standards will allow mariners to enhance maritime safety, better route navigation and planning, and transportation efficiency which will reduce costs and contribute to a cleaner environment and ocean. Quotes "As a country surrounded by three oceans, we are proud to be a leader in cutting-edge digital navigational services which will hold mariner safety, ocean health, and Canada's maritime trade to the highest standard. The S-100 Sea Trials will help lead us to a more efficient and safer marine environment for all users, from remote communities to large commercial operators around the globe." The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries Quick Facts Hydrography is the science of studying, measuring and charting the physical features of bodies of water, such as oceans, seas, lakes, and rivers. It is critical for safe navigation of marine travel. It is celebrated annually during World Hydrography Day on June 21 st. The S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model (S-100) is a universal set of guidelines and definitions for designing and maintaining hydrographic geospatial products and services. It is the new international standard developed by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to ensure consistency in maritime products and services. The Canada Hydrographic Service is contributing several important navigational products and services within the IHO suite of products to help modernize navigation in Canadian waters. The IHO has planned a phased rollout of the S-100 navigational information starting in January 2026. Under the leadership of the Canadian Hydrographic Service, the S-100 Sea Trials are a collaborative effort also involving the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), Teledyne Geospatial, Electronic Chart Centre (ECC) and PRIMAR. Mariners, stakeholders, developers and other parties operating on the St. Lawrence River who are interested in participating in these trials can register via the event website hosted by the Canadian Integrated Ocean Observing System. Stay Connected
