AIS

Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a shipboard broadcast system that transmits a vessel's identification, position and other critical data that can be used to assist in navigation and improve maritime safety.


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Most current terrestrial-based AIS systems provide only limited coverage nearby shorelines and are not able to provide global open ocean coverage. ORBCOMM overcomes many of these issues thanks to a fully satellite-based AIS data service, which is able to monitor maritime vessels well beyond coastal regions in a cost-effective and timely fashion.

ORBCOMM is the first and only commercial satellite network with AIS Data Service.

In 2008, ORBCOMM launched the first low-earth orbit satellites specially equipped with the capability to collect AIS data and has plans to include these capabilities on all future satellites for ongoing support of global maritime safety and security initiatives. ORBCOMM’s next launches are expected to start early in 2011.

Annual subscription service agreements and user applications for global, regional and filtered satellite AIS data are available to both qualified government and commercial customers. Simply contact ORBCOMM to gain access to global AIS vessel data.


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For more details on our network and the technology involved, click here.

For More Information:

Phone: 703-433-6525
Email: SatelliteAlS
@orbcomm.com

Uses include:

  • Maritime domain awareness,
  • Surveillance and security,
  • Correlation with other sensors,
  • Search and rescue,
  • Logistical tracking and reporting,
  • Energy and commodity
    management,
  • Incident investigation,
  • Environmental monitoring, and
  • Area of operation compliance.

Datasheet

Download our AIS datasheet.

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