Map Layers: US Maritime

Feature Summary

The Map Layers: US Maritime feature in GSatTrack adds a layer of functionality tailored specifically for maritime applications, offering users comprehensive tools for vessel tracking, route planning, and maritime domain awareness. Map Layers: US Maritime displays the depths, boundaries, and locations of dangers or aids to water navigation.

Additional Information

How-To: Enable Map Layers: US Maritime

1. Go to the Map Mode Indicator in the top right hand corner of the portal and click on “Layers”

2. Click on “Maritime”

3. Interact with the new map data

How-To: Disable Map Layers: US Maritime

1. Go to the Map Mode Indicator in the top right hand corner of the portal and click on “Layers”

2. Click on “Maritime”

3. US Maritime data will no longer be visible

Key Features

• Vessel Tracking: Real-time tracking of vessels worldwide, with detailed information on vessel positions, speed, course, and status.

• Customizable Layers: Users can overlay additional information layers such as maritime boundaries, port locations, weather data, and maritime traffic information.

• Route Planning: Plan and optimize vessel routes based on factors such as weather conditions, traffic patterns, and fuel efficiency.

• Geofencing: Define virtual perimeters around specific geographic areas to receive alerts when vessels enter or exit designated zones.

• Historical Data Analysis: Access historical vessel data to analyze past routes, track vessel movements, and identify patterns for informed decision-making.

• Collaboration Tools: Share real-time vessel tracking information with stakeholders, collaborate on route planning, and coordinate response efforts during emergencies.

Use Cases

The US Maritime map layer is valuable in a variety of operational scenarios:

• Fleet Management: Maritime companies can use the Maritime Map Layer to track and manage their fleets more effectively, ensuring vessels are operating efficiently and adhering to planned routes.

• Search and Rescue Operations: Maritime authorities can utilize the platform to coordinate search and rescue efforts, leveraging real-time vessel tracking to pinpoint the location of distressed vessels and deploy resources effectively.

• Security and Surveillance: Security agencies can monitor maritime traffic for suspicious activities, identify unauthorized vessel entries into restricted areas, and enhance maritime domain awareness to ensure maritime security.

• Port Management: Port authorities can optimize port operations by tracking vessel arrivals and departures, managing vessel traffic flow, and coordinating berth assignments more effectively.

• Environmental Monitoring: Environmental organizations can use the platform to track vessels carrying hazardous materials, monitor pollution incidents, and enforce regulations to protect marine ecosystems.

• Fisheries Management: Fisheries authorities can monitor fishing vessel activities, enforce fishing quotas and regulations, and combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices by tracking vessel movements in designated fishing zones.