UKHO releases marine geospatial data for emergency responders
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has released a suite of marine geospatial data for use by emergency responders and planners. It said that over the past month it has added seven datasets to the ResilienceDirect network to complement the existing Simplified Marine Context Service, which it developed to support government applications using marine data. The additions include information on the UK exclusive economic zone, continental shelf and territorial boundaries, UK port limits, current UK six and 12 nautical mile fishing limits and marine protected areas. There is also information on offsh...