Admiralty

ADMIRALTY, a brand of the UK Hydrographic Office, has been a trusted authority in global maritime navigation for more than 225 years. With roots in the Royal Navy, the organisation continues to serve the international maritime community with accurate and reliable navigational data.

Headquartered in Taunton, United Kingdom, ADMIRALTY provides official charts, publications, and digital services that guide vessels safely across the world’s oceans. Its products are used by both commercial and naval fleets, ensuring efficiency and compliance with global maritime standards.

Driven by its mission to enhance safety at sea, ADMIRALTY combines historical expertise with cutting-edge technology. Through collaboration with governments, shipping companies, and maritime organisations, it supports safe, secure, and sustainable navigation worldwide.

Innovation is at the core of ADMIRALTY’s evolution in the digital era. The organisation harnesses advanced data science, geospatial analysis, and AI-driven insights to enhance maritime awareness and operational efficiency.

Its teams continuously research new ways to collect, process, and distribute hydrographic and oceanographic data. This innovation enables next-generation navigation systems, maritime risk management tools, and sustainability-focused marine solutions.

By merging tradition with technology, ADMIRALTY continues to redefine modern navigation — transforming centuries of maritime expertise into intelligent, data-driven services that power the future of global shipping.

ADMIRALTY offers an extensive range of products and services covering both traditional and digital navigation needs. The portfolio includes paper charts, digital charts (ENCs), publications, and routeing data to support every aspect of voyage planning and execution.

Its flagship product, ADMIRALTY Vector Chart Service (AVCS), provides the world’s most comprehensive official Electronic Navigational Charts, updated weekly for maximum accuracy. The organisation also delivers ADMIRALTY Digital Publications (ADP), replacing paper-based data with modern, efficient solutions.

Each product is designed to integrate seamlessly into bridge systems, supporting shipmasters and navigators with up-to-date, authoritative information. This ensures compliance with the latest SOLAS regulations and contributes to safer, more informed decision-making at sea.