World ECDIS Day 2025 announces UKHO as official supporter

World ECDIS Day is proud to announce the return of its flagship event on 17 September 2025, hosted at the International Maritime Museum in Hamburg. This year’s theme, From Data to Decision: Embracing the S-100 Standard, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of digital navigation, with the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) joining as an official supporter to help raise awareness and share expertise on the transition to S-100.

Since its inception in 2015, World ECDIS Day has served as a global platform for maritime professionals to collaborate, innovate, and shape the future of e-navigation. The 2025 edition will spotlight the transition to the S-100 standard, a next-generation framework set to redefine how navigational data is integrated and used across the industry.

Stephan Dimke, General Manager of ChartWorld Group and hosts of World ECDIS Day, commented: “We are pleased to welcome the UKHO as a strategic supporter for this year’s event. Their expertise in shaping the S-100 landscape is invaluable, and their participation highlights the importance of collaboration in navigating the future of maritime safety and efficiency.”

 As part of the agenda, the UKHO will deliver a dedicated presentation exploring how the maritime community can prepare for the phased introduction of S-100 data services and ECDIS capabilities, drawing on recent sea trials and collaborative initiatives with OEMs, hydrographic offices, and defence and international bodies.

Matthew Garland, Technical Relationships Manager at the UKHO, added: “World ECDIS Day is a valuable platform to share insights with the key stakeholders shaping the future of navigation. The transition to S-100 is a collective journey, and by sharing practical insights and encouraging dialogue, we can help ensure the maritime community is well prepared for the benefits and challenges ahead.”

Later in the afternoon, the UKHO will also participate in a panel discussionalongside representatives from Teledyne CARIS, Primar, and SevenCs, offering a multi-perspective view on the practical implementation of S-100 and its implications for mariners, OEMs, and hydrographic offices.

The event promises a busy agenda of keynotes, networking, and technology showcases, including the premiere of a new S-100 ECDIS solution.