Change of status After more than ten years of effort and four diplomatic conferences we were able to announce on 22 August that we had arrived at the change of status from a non-governmental organization (NGO) to an intergovernmental organization (IGO). This represented a significant victory for multilateralism and ocean governance, marking an important step […]
The inspection ship Poul Løwenørn has been fitted with equipment that allows the vessel to receive and transmit data via VDES (VHF Data Exchange System) and LTE (Long-Term Evolution) networks. This installation is part of a project aimed at developing and testing safer communication services for ships. Secure communication systems and equipment play a crucial […]
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and Beidou, are essential positioning systems for today’s maritime navigation. However, GNSS systems are vulnerable to jamming and spoofing, which can have serious consequences for maritime operations. The Baltic Sea is a vital area for international trade, with thousands of ships navigating its waters annually. The […]
The Faroe Maritime Authority (FMA) has operated in its current capacity since 2002. Before this, maritime regulation in the Faroe Islands was under Danish jurisdiction and was managed by various entities in the Faroe Islands, often in collaboration with Danish authorities. The Faroe Maritime Authority is responsible for the safety and regulation of maritime activities […]
The Japan Coast Guard and the Northern Lighthouse Board reported at Council 80 at the end of June that they have been cooperating on a joint endeavour to establish a twinning arrangement between lights in Japan and Scotland. Japan and Scotland have a proud shared heritage through the Stevenson family. The Stevensons were Engineers to […]
The date of 1 September marked the sesquicentennial anniversary of the Cabo Santa María Lighthouse, one of the 12 existing in Uruguay and which is part of the 450 aids to navigation operated by the National Navy. On 12 October, 1870, the Government granted the concession to the company Faros del Río de la Plata […]
Over the last ~20 years, the internet became part of our daily lives; used to access bank accounts and pay our parking tickets. As we began to send more of our personal data over the internet, we all became aware of the need to secure the data we send and receive; whether by looking for […]
In a significant development for global maritime safety and security, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is set to expand its Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) capabilities with the addition of ten new VTMS centers. This expansion is facilitated by a collaborative effort with the United States, leveraging technical expertise and cutting-edge solutions to enhance the […]
Casquets Lighthouse was built in 1724 upon the dangerous ‘Rocks called the Casketts’ off Alderney in the English Channel after shipowners petitioned the proprietor of the rocks. Trinity House granted Thomas Le Cocq, the proprietor of the dangerous rocks, a lease to build a lighthouse on 3 June 1723, with the requirement that a light […]
The 126th anniversary of Great Fish Point Lighthouse, the Eastern Cape’s fifth oldest lighthouse was marked on 1 July. The occasion coincided with World Marine Aids to Navigation Day, which is observed annually on 1 July. Great Fish Point Lighthouse is situated 25 kilometres east of Port Alfred, on a ridge at 85 metres above […]
A huge round of applause is due for the city of Genoa, the Italian Coast Guard, and the Italian Navy for hosting a remarkable World Marine Aids to Navigation Day celebration! This two-day event, which took place amidst the stunning maritime backdrop of Italy, brought together nearly 80 participants from across the globe for a […]
The 6th World Marine Aids to Navigation Day was celebrated on July 3rd at the SEAMARQ Hotel in Gangneung, Republic of Korea. The ceremony, themed “Spread the value of lighthouse culture to connect time and space,” was attended by notable figures such as the Vice Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, the Vice Governor of Gangwon […]
