In May 2025, the Danish Geodata Agency strengthened maritime ties with Ghana through a week-long training initiative. Focused on enhancing digital navigation and safety on Lake Volta, the program equipped local authorities with vital skills in satellite mapping and data collection, fostering a collaborative approach to navigational safety and sustainability.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has released new guidance to support the use of digital navigation technology on smaller commercial craft. The updated Marine Guidance Note (MGN) 319 (M+F) outlines standards for electronic chart systems on vessels up to 24 meters. The aim is to transition from paper charts to electronic navigation safely.
Wärtsilä has provided its latest simulator technology to the Sharjah Maritime Academy in the UAE, enhancing the academy’s training capabilities. The advanced simulation facility includes navigation, engineering, and VTS simulators, as well as a mixed reality vessel handling application. This collaboration aims to elevate maritime training standards and foster innovation in the industry.
