Your maritime domain service on course.
Certification Body
Our nonprofit certification body serves as your steadfast navigator through the intricate seas of international regulations (including IALA, IMO, NATO, IAPH, PIANC, and local authorities).
We not only provide you with readily applicable, pre-written standards for seamless integration into your tenders but also bestow our seal of approval upon products and companies that uphold these rigorous criteria.
At OOW, we aspire to be your unwavering beacon amid the labyrinthine world of Maritime Domain Awareness, assuring you of uncompromising quality and operational excellence .
Maritime Governance
We take pride in our mission to support governments, companies and educational institutions in the maritime domain.
Our expertise lies in assessments, analysis, and the creation of effective policies that ensure the safety, security, and efficiency of maritime operations.
Whether it's evaluating existing practices, conducting in-depth analyses, or formulating forward-thinking policies, OOW stands as your reliable partner, dedicated to fostering a safer and more prosperous maritime world.
Trust us to guide your governane towards sound decisions and effective strategies in the maritime domain.
Military and Coastguard
In the challenging realm of military and coastguard surveillance, we provide invaluable support, expertly navigating the complex regulatory landscape of NATO, IALA, and national maritime security standards.
With a multifaceted approach encompassing management, legal and policy guidance, innovative design, and comprehensive training, we serve as your trusted co-captain on the high seas of Maritime Surveillance Systems and Navy Vessels, ensuring your missions are not just accomplished, but accomplished with excellence and precision.
Vessel Traffic Service
At the heart of marine safety lies Vessel Traffic Service (VTS). Drawing from our firsthand experience of transitioning from ground zero to a fully operational VTS center within just three years, and our prestigious IALA membership in collaboration with the Antwerp Maritime Academy, we offer comprehensive VTS solutions.
Our expertise encompasses VTS implementation, management, project oversight, training coordination, procedural development, analytical insights, and regulatory guidance adhering to IALA, IMO, and OOW standards
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Risk Assessments
We are dedicated to ensuring industry compliance and safety assurance. Our services encompass the delivery of certified risk assessments compliant with IMO and IALA standards, the development of bespoke mitigating measures, and meticulous oversight to ensure their effective implementation for port, inland, offshore and seabed infrastructure projects.
Maritime Systems Advisor, not an integrator
Explore our extensive range of maritime advisory services tailored to enhance safety, efficiency, and control. Rather than being mere integrators, we are your trusted advisors, dedicated to ensuring the peak performance of your Vessel Traffic Management and Information Service System, advanced Port Management System, or Incident Management System.
Our comprehensive suite of services encompasses cutting-edge solutions to optimize your operations, with specialization in radar, LiDAR, VHF, MF/HF, GMDSS, AIS, VDES, CCTV, AI integration, as well as network and software architecture. Rest assured, we guarantee the seamless and secure operation of your maritime domain systems.
Port and Maritime analysis
In the realm of maritime operations and port planning, the analysis of ports plays an indispensable role.
Port analysis delves into the intricate details of a port's layout, navigational challenges, regulations and the crucial role of harbor pilots, tugs and VTS. These highly skilled professionals are instrumental in guiding vessels safely through often intricate channels and berthing areas, considering factors like tidal currents and weather conditions.
By meticulously assessing a port's navigational infrastructure, pilotage services, and the efficiency of maritime traffic management, port analysis not only ensures safe navigation but also optimizes the utilization of these vital hubs for global trade.