International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation

Events

Webinar: The Competent Authority’s Role and Responsibilities in VTS Training

November 18, 2026

The webinar is addressed to Competent Authorities establishing or reviewing their national VTS training framework, maritime administrations seeking alignment with IALA standards, and VTS authorities responsible for ensuring that their personnel are trained and certified in accordance with applicable requirements.

Events

ATON PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS – S-201 DATA PRODUCTION

This course provides a structured introduction to the principles and processes required for the production of S-201 Aids to Navigation (AtoN) data within the S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model (UHDM).

Events

Workshop on VDES Satellites

November 10, 2026

IALA, in association with the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and the Ocean Policy Research Institute (OPRI) of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation is hosting a Workshop on Satellites VDES, to be held in Tokyo, Japan, from 10 to 13 November 2026. Registration is now open!

News

Events

21st IALA Conference website is live!

November 9, 2026

Get a first look at what’s in store for next year’s major IALA event. Explore the website and start looking ahead!

https://21st-conference-mumbai.iala.int/en

Events

L1.2 Master of Marine AtoN Management Course, Kolkata, India

November 9, 2026

A high-level programme designed for senior management professionals, focusing on the strategic dimensions of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) governance. The course equips participants involved in the provision or oversight of AtoN services with the knowledge and tools required for effective decision-making, policy development, and leadership.

Events

L1.1 and L1.3 Courses in China

The IALA World-Wide Academy, in partnership with China MSA, will host two important training programmes in Shanghai, Xiamen and Wenzhou, China, aimed at strengthening competencies in Marine Aids to Navigation (AtoN) management and navigational risk assessment. The courses will be held in August and September 2026.

For course details and registration information, see the IALA World-Wide Academy training schedule on the website.

Events

Upcoming Events

L.1.2 MASTER OF MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION MANAGEMENT COURSE, KOLKATA INDIA 2026

09 November 2026 – 13 November 2026

Workshop on VDES Satellite

10 November 2026 – 13 November 2026

Webinar: The Competent Authority’s Role and Responsibilities in VTS Training — From IMO Resolution A.1158(32) to IALA standards, 18 Nov at 13H00 CET (12 UTC)

18 November 2026

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News

The IALA WWA

Learn more about the IALA World-Wide Academy with this short video presentation.

Publications

IALA Standards

Download the IALA Standards including:

  • S1010 Marine Aids to Navigation Planning And Service Requirements
  • S1020 Marine Aids to Navigation Design and Delivery,
  • S1030 Radionavigation Services
  • S1040 Vessel Traffic Services
  • S1050 Training and Certification
  • S1060 Digital Communication Technologies
  • S1070 Information Services.
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