SevenCs launches future-ready maritime chart rendering engine built for the S-100 era

SevenCs GmbH, a leading provider of maritime charting solutions, proudly announces the release of Nautilus ChartServer, its next-generation chart rendering engine designed to meet the evolving demands of maritime, defence, and autonomous navigation applications.

Building on the legacy of the WMS ChartServer, Nautilus ChartServer introduces a modern, scalable architecture that is fully S-100-ready, supporting current standards such as S-57, S-101 ENC, IENC, AML, and future S-102 bathymetric surfaces, while paving the way for future S-100-based products.

“Nautilus ChartServer is more than an upgrade—it’s a strategic leap into the future of integrating nautical charts into geospatial applications,” said Ralf Lehnert, Director of Product Management for SevenCs. “Its S-100 compatibility ensures our customers are prepared for the next wave of digital charting standards.”

 Key Nautilus ChartServer features and benefits include:

- S-100 Ready: Supports S-57, S-101, IENC, AML, with future S-102 product integration planned.

- Flexible Integration: Easily embeds into third-party applications with reduced API complexity.

- Scalable Architecture: Deployable via virtual machines or containerized environments such as Kubernetes.

- Enhanced Usability: Includes a chart install wizard, centralized chart library management, and a web portal for remote configuration and updates.

Nautilus ChartServer is described as being ideal for:


• Naval combat management systems


• Offshore companies for sea surveillance


• Fleet monitoring and voyage planning


• Autonomous and remote controlled USV operations


• Hydrographic Offices and S-100 Data Producers