Industries: Maritime
ORBCOMM is the global market leader in terrestrial and satellite AIS (Automatic Identification System) data services, used by ships and vessel traffic services for identification, location information and much more.
Our industry-leading AIS data service delivers the most complete situational picture of global vessel activity by drawing data from both satellite and terrestrial AIS receivers.
ORBCOMM AIS data services combines multiple sources for maximum coverage.
AIS data is used mainly for location information and collision avoidance, but is increasingly being used in other novel applications:
1. The Most Comprehensive AIS Data Service
ORBCOMM offers the most complete and cost-effective global AIS coverage, offering a one-stop shop for both satellite AIS data from our own constellation and terrestrial AIS from leading partners.
2. Unmatched AIS Data Reliability
Proven reliability in congested waterways, ports and open ocean waters. We process 30 million messages daily, from over 240,000 unique vessels.
3. Robust Space and Ground Infrastructure
ORBCOMM operates a fully populated, AIS-enabled satellite constellation, and 16 gateways around the world with 24/7 operational support.
4. Committed to Our Partners
We don't compete with our partners—we empower them to succeed. We understand AIS data services and share our knowledge to help our partners enhance their business.
5. A Financially Stable Industry Pioneer
ORBCOMM pioneered space-based AIS technology in 2004 and is still the leader. We are a publicly traded company with over 2 million subscribers, 800 employees and 100+ patents.
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Paul Woods, Chief Technical Officer, SkyTruth
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