Hydrography

The activity of the hydrographic survey laboratory within the Maritime Hydrographic Directorate.

Laboratory activity

The laboratory carries out the following activities:

  • Organises and carries out hydrographic surveys in the coastal area, inland maritime waters (ports), the territorial sea and the continental shelf of the Black Sea;
  • Processes and provides hydrographic products for the production of cartographic materials;
  • Provides specialist advice on hydrographic matters to Naval Forces personnel;
  • Updates the official database of the Maritime Hydrographic Directorate with hydrographic data;
  • Implements IHO standards for hydrographic surveys;
  • Hydrographic products are analysed and validated by a Category A internationally certified hydrographer.

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