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The '''International Hydrographic Organization''' ('''IHO''') is an intergovernmental organization that promotes the uniformity of hydrographic surveys, nautical charting, maritime navigation, and the collection and dissemination of hydrographic information worldwide. Established in 1921 as the '''International Hydrographic Bureau''' (IHB), the organization adopted its current name in 1970 following the entry into force of the '''Convention on the International Hydrographic Organization'''. Headquartered in | The '''International Hydrographic Organization''' ('''IHO''') is an intergovernmental organization that promotes the uniformity of hydrographic surveys, nautical charting, maritime navigation, and the collection and dissemination of hydrographic information worldwide. Established in 1921 as the '''International Hydrographic Bureau''' (IHB), the organization adopted its current name in 1970 following the entry into force of the '''Convention on the International Hydrographic Organization'''. Headquartered in Monaco, the IHO provides a framework for cooperation among national hydrographic offices to improve the safety of navigation, support marine environmental protection, facilitate maritime commerce, and contribute to the sustainable use of the world's oceans. | ||
The International Hydrographic Organization develops international standards, specifications, and guidelines for hydrographic surveying, electronic navigational charts (ENCs), nautical publications, geospatial data, and marine cartography. Its principal responsibilities include coordinating hydrographic surveys, promoting standardized chart production, supporting the modernization of marine navigation systems, encouraging the sharing of hydrographic data, and improving global seabed mapping. The IHO also develops standards for the '''S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model''', electronic chart specifications, marine geospatial information, and digital navigation services used by hydrographic offices, shipping companies, and maritime authorities around the world. | The International Hydrographic Organization develops international standards, specifications, and guidelines for hydrographic surveying, electronic navigational charts (ENCs), nautical publications, geospatial data, and marine cartography. Its principal responsibilities include coordinating hydrographic surveys, promoting standardized chart production, supporting the modernization of marine navigation systems, encouraging the sharing of hydrographic data, and improving global seabed mapping. The IHO also develops standards for the '''S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model''', electronic chart specifications, marine geospatial information, and digital navigation services used by hydrographic offices, shipping companies, and maritime authorities around the world. | ||