Enhancing Safety and Situational Awareness at Sea: Integrating Oceanographic & Weather Data with VMS

Modern fisheries monitoring is no longer just about vessel positions. Maintaining Situational Awareness at Sea has become a fundamental need as weather patterns grow more unpredictable and maritime operations become more complex. Fisheries Monitoring Centres (FMCs) require a clearer, more complete picture of what is happening at sea to ensure fleet safety. That’s why Trackwell […]
How does a Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) work?

Index of content Understanding how a vessel monitoring system works is essential for modern fisheries management. Authorities need to know where fishing vessels are and what they are doing to ensure compliance and sustainability. The Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) is the core technology that delivers this critical information. This guide provides a straightforward explanation […]
How Vessel Monitoring Systems protect our oceans from Illegal Fishing

Index of content Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing is a pervasive threat that undermines marine ecosystems, compromises global food security, and results in annual economic losses estimated in the tens of billions of dollars. To combat this, authorities require a reliable method to oversee vast stretches of ocean. The primary tool for this […]
Trackwell FiMS’ vision to harness AI and Machine Learning for sustainable fisheries management

Index of content As the landscape of fisheries management continues to evolve, the integration of advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) has become increasingly vital. Trackwell FiMS, a leader in fisheries management solutions, is at the forefront of this technological revolution. By leveraging AI and ML, Trackwell aims to transform the […]
Distinctions between AIS and VMS in fisheries management

Index of content In the realm of fisheries management, distinguishing between AIS (Automatic Identification System) and VMS (Vessel Monitoring System) is essential for optimizing monitoring practices. While both offer vessel tracking capabilities, they differ significantly in functionality and suitability for fisheries management. What is the key difference between AIS and VMS? AIS, initially developed for […]