International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation

Events

3rd IALA-IHO joint workshop on S100/200 development and portrayal

September 1, 2026

IALA and the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) in association with the Turkish Directorate General of Coastal Safety, are hosting the third joint workshop on S-100/200 development and portrayal to be held in Istanbul, Türkiye from 01 to 04 September 2026.

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L.1.2 Master of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Management course, Busan, Korea

June 29, 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.

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L1.4 GNSS and e-Navigation

September 14, 2026

The course will provide AtoN and VTS managers, port and terminal administrations, related industry and other safety of navigation stakeholders with a solid understanding of GNSS, resilient PNT, digitalisation of maritime services and the e-navigation concept. It will be held in Constanta, Romania, from 14 to 18 September 2026.

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World Marine Aids to Navigation Day 2026

The World Marine Aids to Navigation Day is celebrated each year on the 1st of July since 2018 when it was first established. Members and non-members are encouraged to share photos of AtoN to raise awareness on that day.

There is also a main event organized by the Republic of Korea this year in Busan on 15 and 16 July. Please see the programme for more information.

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Call for abstracts – 21st IALA Conference

The Call for Abstracts for the 21st IALA Conference 2027 in Mumbai, India is out. The deadline for sumbission is set at 31 August 2026. The Abstracts Selection Group invites all IALA members to submit abstracts for proposed presentations or papers to be delivered at the upcoming Conference. Submissions may address any of the listed topics or explore other subjects that align with the overarching theme of the event.

Submission Guidelines:

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3rd Latin America Regional Seminar

July 14, 2026

The Secretaría de Marina, through the National Maritime Authority of Mexico, will host the 3rd Latin American Regional Seminar on Aids to Navigation in Veracruz, Mexico, from 14 to 17 July 2026.
This four‑day regional event will bring together experts and authorities to examine current and emerging issues in marine Aids to Navigation, including national AtoN challenges, digital maritime services, S‑100/S‑200 product specifications, resilient PNT, and developments in AtoN and VTS digitalization. The programme also includes a technical visit in support of regional knowledge‑sharing and cooperation.

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Upcoming Events

Council04

08 June 2026 – 11 June 2026

L.1.2 MASTER OF MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION MANAGEMENT COURSE, BUSAN

29 June 2026 – 03 July 2026

World Marine Aids to Navigation Day 2026

01 July 2026

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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
  • S105 Training and Certification
  • S1060 Digital Communication Technologies
  • S1070 Information Services.

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