C-MAP®, a leader in digital marine cartography and cloud-based mapping, today announced its new status as a Distribution Partner for the International Centre for Electronic Navigational Charts (IC-ENC).
“We are pleased to share that we have been granted the status of Distribution Partner by IC-ENC,” said Max Cecchini, Director of C-MAP. “This agreement marks a milestone for C-MAP, as we will now broaden our access to a variety of data to enhance our charting. We are committed to offering our users the most up-to-date information to ensure greater efficiency and safety on the water, and this partnership will help us continue to do that.”
As a Distribution Partner, C-MAP has been appointed by the IC-ENC to deliver comprehensive end-user services. This includes processing of ENC Data for inclusion into C-MAP’s proprietary data format to support safe navigation using systems other than Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems. C-MAP will now have access to hydrographic data from several additional countries, to be integrated into C-MAP’s charting products.
“We are thrilled that C-MAP has become our latest high profile Distribution Partner. This partnership between C-MAP and IC-ENC will further contribute to the advancement of marine navigation,” said Tom McIlwaine, IC-ENC Assistant Distribution Manager.
IC-ENC is the largest regional ENC coordinating center (RENC) globally, representing over half of the world’s hydrographic offices. As a member-led organization, IC-ENC provides cost-effective services to ensure maritime data products comply with international standards and uphold the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). They also work to ensure that their Members’ ENCs are consistent across the global dataset and readily available for use via approved service providers.
