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 […]
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 […]
Comprehensive guidelines for implementing effective vessel monitoring systems
Index of content As we strive to protect and maintain our ocean ecosystems, implementing effective Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) has become crucial for ensuring sustainable fishing practices. These systems play a vital role in monitoring vessel activities, tracking fishing locations, and promoting responsible fishing practices, all of which are essential for the long-term health of […]
Vessel monitoring system components
What does a VMS system consists of Device, Airtime and Data Components VMS Units Satellite, GSM/GPRS, Hybrid Airtime Data plan, overage cost AIS data Additional positional information Software Components FMC software (VMS module) Off-the-shelve monitoring capabilities Additional features Data governance, data sharing (FLUX engine), data analysis E-logbook and ERS […]
The Australian Fisheries Management Authority chooses Trackwell VMS
Index of content The Icelandic tech company Trackwell recently won an open tender to provide Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) services for Commonwealth commercial fisheries, issued by the Commonwealth of Australia, operating as the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA). AFMA has been using VMS technology to monitor fishing boats since 1993 and the new Trackwell solution will assist in managing […]
