The VERS system is composed of a database and other related applications which facilitate the reporting of electronically collected research data via Fisheries Logbook Data Recording Software (FLDRS). These data are collected aboard federally permitted commercial fishing vessels, and the system allows for the collection of data to exceed regulatory requirements to address research needs, while simultaneously being submitted for Vessel Trip Reporting (VTR) purposes in order to satisfy federal reporting requirements.

This database contains the primary data reported on the vessel trip reports by vessel operators.

Arrival and departure information of ocean-going and non-convention vessels

Whether a vessel was involved in a collision, had a fire outbreak, engine failure, crew accidents, capsized or sunk, we collate this information to provide our end users.

Most times this information is useful for maritime expert witness participating in arbitration or commercial disputes.

Sometimes it is newsworthy for print media and as such we put a lot of effort to gather this data as often as it becomes available.

This purpose of this dataset is to track and share information about potentially derelict or abandoned vessels across agencies in Oregon, Washington, and the federal government.

The Vessel Tracking System marketsize was valued at USD 1,021.93 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2,689.29 million by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 11.4 % during the forecast period. The vessel tracking system market includes products and services targeting the tracking of naval vessels in real time. These systems employ satellite, terrestrial, and coastal-based type tracking that affords pertinent location information, data concerning the vessel, and navigation updates. Some general purposes of using vessel tracking systems are for surveillance, management of fleets, security of the sea, and search and rescue missions. Principal uses include those in shipping, fishing, maritime transport and logistics, and military purposes. Current trends are the transition to AIS, devices for IoT about environmental issues, as well as machine learning for maintenance and efficient navigation. As maritime businesses expand day by day, the vessel tracking system is also expanding and evolving to provide better safety, security, and efficiency in the maritime sector. Key drivers for this market are: Increasing Adoption of Cloud-based Managed Services to Drive Market Growth. Potential restraints include: Failure to Manage Device Updates is Likely to Retard the Market Growth. Notable trends are: Growing Implementation of Touch-based and Voice-based Infotainment Systems to Increase Adoption of Intelligent Cars.

The global vessel management and shipping solutions market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing maritime trade, stringent regulatory compliance needs, and the adoption of advanced technologies for improved efficiency and safety. The market size in 2025 is estimated at $5 billion, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8% from 2025 to 2033. This growth is fueled by several key factors, including the rising demand for optimized vessel operations, the integration of digital technologies like cloud-based solutions and IoT sensors for real-time monitoring and data analytics, and the increasing adoption of autonomous vessel technologies. Further, the need for enhanced fleet management, improved fuel efficiency, and reduced operational costs are significantly impacting the market's expansion. The market segmentation highlights a strong demand across various vessel types including cargo ships, warships, and yachts, with web-based solutions gaining wider adoption due to accessibility and cost-effectiveness. North America and Europe currently hold significant market share, but Asia-Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth in the coming years due to the region's expanding maritime activities and infrastructure development. The competitive landscape is characterized by a mix of established players and emerging technology providers. Major companies such as DNV GL, Global Maritime, and others are investing heavily in research and development to enhance their offerings and cater to the evolving market demands. The continuous innovation in areas like AI-powered predictive maintenance, advanced analytics for route optimization, and cybersecurity solutions are shaping the future trajectory of the vessel management and shipping solutions market. Despite growth opportunities, the market faces challenges including high initial investment costs for advanced technologies and the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive shipping data. However, the long-term potential for enhanced efficiency, reduced operational costs, and improved safety is driving substantial investment and market expansion, making it an attractive sector for both established and emerging players.

The global vessel tracker market is projected to reach USD 1.2 billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period (2025-2033). The increasing demand for maritime security and safety, coupled with the growing adoption of advanced technologies, is expected to drive market growth. Additionally, the rising awareness of environmental protection and the need for efficient fleet management are further contributing to the market's expansion. Key market trends include the increasing use of cloud-based vessel tracking systems, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms for predictive analytics, and the adoption of real-time data visualization tools. Furthermore, the expansion of the maritime shipping industry, particularly in emerging economies, is expected to create significant growth opportunities for vessel tracker providers. However, factors such as data privacy and security concerns, limited broadband connectivity in remote areas, and the high cost of implementation may restrain market growth to some extent.

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Vessel Traffic Management System Market Size 2025-2029

The vessel traffic management system market size is forecast to increase by USD 616.4 million, at a CAGR of 4.8% between 2024 and 2029.

The Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) market is witnessing significant growth, driven by the increasing volume of maritime trade. The need for efficient and secure navigation of vessels in congested waterways is becoming increasingly crucial, leading to a surge in demand for advanced VTMS solutions. Furthermore, new product launches in the market are introducing innovative features, such as real-time monitoring and automated decision-making, enhancing the overall value proposition. However, the market faces challenges in the form of high implementation costs. Integrating and maintaining complex VTMS systems can be costly, especially for smaller organizations or developing countries.
This can act as a barrier to entry for some potential buyers, limiting market penetration. Despite these challenges, companies seeking to capitalize on the market opportunities can focus on offering cost-effective solutions or financing options to overcome this obstacle. Additionally, collaborating with local governments and organizations to provide training and support can help build trust and increase market share. Overall, the VTMS market presents significant potential for growth, with the ability to improve safety, efficiency, and security in maritime transportation.

What will be the Size of the Vessel Traffic Management System Market during the forecast period?

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The market is characterized by its continuous evolution and dynamic nature, driven by advancements in technology and the growing demand for efficient and safe maritime operations. Network infrastructure plays a crucial role in facilitating real-time data communication and exchange, enabling predictive modeling and collision avoidance systems. Cloud computing and data processing enable the storage and analysis of vast amounts of data, from position reporting to environmental monitoring, providing valuable insights for risk assessment and port efficiency. Operator interfaces and user experience (UX) are increasingly prioritized to ensure seamless integration of various components, including radar systems, incident management systems, and reporting tools.

Technical support and software updates are essential for maintaining system reliability and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are transforming vessel traffic management systems, offering advanced capabilities for data analysis, decision support, and route optimization. Real-time tracking and data visualization enable effective monitoring of traffic flow and congestion, while satellite communication and CCTV cameras enhance coastal surveillance and environmental protection. Vessel identification and course prediction are critical for efficient port management, while maintenance contracts and data validation ensure system integrity and availability. The ongoing development of vessel traffic management systems continues to unfold, with new applications and technologies emerging to address the evolving needs of the maritime industry.

How is this Vessel Traffic Management System Industry segmented?

The vessel traffic management system industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

Component

  Hardware
  Software
  Services


End-user

  Commercial
  Military


Geography

  North America

    US


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    UK


  Middle East and Africa

    UAE


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan
    Singapore
    South Korea


  Rest of World (ROW)

By Component Insights

The hardware segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

The market encompasses various technologies and components that facilitate safe and efficient maritime navigation. Network infrastructure forms the backbone of these systems, enabling seamless data communication between vessels, shore-based facilities, and authorities. Predictive modeling and cloud computing enhance the system's capabilities, providing real-time insights and improving overall performance. Environmental monitoring is another crucial aspect, ensuring compliance with regulations and protecting marine ecosystems. Data communication protocols and position reporting enable accurate vessel tracking and data exchange. Operator interfaces and real-time tracking offer enhanced situational awareness, while data analytics and processing enable inform

Data tables holding information for the Surf Clam/Ocean Quahog vessel and dealer/processor logbooks (negative and positive), as well as individual tag information and ranges of tag numbers.

The uncertainties in diesel engine parameters often result in an inaccurate model. The data describe the actual data to identify the faults using exploratory data analysis to avoid high shipping cost.

Accident statistics available on the Coast Guard’s website by state, year, and one variable to obtain tables and/or graphs. Data from reports has been loaded for years 2005-2013. Data represents information submitted from the 56 reporting jurisdictions - 50 states and US territories.

The global Vessel Tracking Software market was valued at USD 13 million in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period, reaching a value of USD 19.44 million by 2033. The growth of the market is attributed to the increasing demand for vessel tracking solutions to improve maritime safety and security, enhance operational efficiency, and comply with regulatory requirements. Key drivers of the market growth include the rising adoption of cloud-based vessel tracking solutions, the increasing demand for real-time vessel tracking data for improved situational awareness, and the growing need for vessel tracking systems for search and rescue operations. However, factors such as the high cost of installation and maintenance of vessel tracking systems and concerns over data privacy and security may restrain the market growth. The market is segmented based on type (cloud-based and on-premises) and application (enterprises and government). Cloud-based solutions are expected to dominate the market due to their cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and scalability advantages. Enterprises are the primary users of vessel tracking software, as they seek to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

The Passenger Vessel Propeller Market report segments the industry into By Propeller Type (Fixed Pitch Propeller, Controllable Pitch Propeller, Other Propeller Types), By Number of Blades (3 Blades, 4 Blades, 5 Blades, Others), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa). Get five years of historical data and five-year forecasts.

Ship Voyage Data Recorder Market Outlook 2032

The global Ship Voyage Data Recorder Market size was USD 11.67 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 28.92 Billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 10.6% during 2024–2032. The market is primarily driven by stringent maritime safety regulations and the increasing adoption of advanced navigation systems for real-time data monitoring and analysis.



Increasing global focus on maritime safety regulations propels the demand for advanced ship voyage data recorders (VDRs). International Maritime Organization (IMO) mandates the installation of VDRs onboard new ships, driving manufacturers to innovate compliant and sophisticated devices.

Enhanced safety protocols necessitate the integration of high-tech features in VDRs, such as real-time data analysis and remote access capabilities. This trend underscores the shift toward secure and technologically advanced maritime operations.



The integration of cloud-based solutions for efficient data storage and management significantly influences the market. Ship operators prioritize cloud platforms for their scalability, enabling the handling of vast amounts of data generated by VDRs.



This trend reflects the maritime industry's move toward digitalization, offering enhanced data accessibility and improved decision-making processes. Cloud-based VDR solutions facilitate real-time monitoring and analysis, elevating operational efficiency and safety standards.

• In June 2023, Seatankers Group outfitted over 120 ships with a cloud-based performance monitoring system developed by Danelec. These installations are aimed at boosting fuel efficiency and cutting GHG emissions by leveraging data from onboard sensors and Danelec's maritime IoT technology.

The Automatic Identification System (AIS) allows vessels to share identification, characteristics, and location data through self-reporting. This information is periodically broadcast and can be received by other vessels with AIS transceivers, as well as ground or satellite sensors. Since the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) mandated AIS for vessels above 300 gross tonnage, extensive datasets have emerged, becoming a valuable resource for maritime intelligence.

Maritime collisions occur when two vessels collide or when a vessel collides with a floating or stationary object, such as an iceberg. Maritime collisions hold significant importance in the realm of marine accidents for several reasons:

Injuries and fatalities of vessel crew members and passengers.

Environmental effects, especially in cases involving large tanker ships and oil spills.

Direct and indirect economic losses on local communities near the accident area.

Adverse financial consequences for ship owners, insurance companies and cargo owners including vessel loss and penalties.

As sea routes become more congested and vessel speeds increase, the likelihood of significant accidents during a ship's operational life rises. The increasing congestion on sea lanes elevates the probability of accidents and especially collisions between vessels.

The development of solutions and models for the analysis, early detection and mitigation of vessel collision events is a significant step towards ensuring future maritime safety. In this context, a synthetic vessel proximity event dataset is created using real vessel AIS messages. The synthetic dataset of trajectories with reconstructed timestamps is generated so that a pair of trajectories reach simultaneously their intersection point, simulating an unintended proximity event (collision close call). The dataset aims to provide a basis for the development of methods for the detection and mitigation of maritime collisions and proximity events, as well as the study and training of vessel crews in simulator environments.

The dataset consists of 4658 samples/AIS messages of 213 unique vessels from the Aegean Sea. The steps that were followed to create the collision dataset are:

Given 2 vessels X (vessel_id1) and Y (vessel_id2) with their current known location (LATITUDE [lat], LONGITUDE [lon]):

Check if the trajectories of vessels X and Y are spatially intersecting.

If the trajectories of vessels X and Y are intersecting, then align temporally the timestamp of vessel Y at the intersect point according to X’s timestamp at the intersect point. The temporal alignment is performed so the spatial intersection (nearest proximity point) occurs at the same time for both vessels.

Also for each vessel pair the timestamp of the proximity event is different from a proximity event that occurs later so that different vessel trajectory pairs do not overlap temporarily.

Two csv files are provided. vessel_positions.csv includes the AIS positions vessel_id, t, lon, lat, heading, course, speed of all vessels. Simulated_vessel_proximity_events.csv includes the id, position and timestamp of each identified proximity event along with the vessel_id number of the associated vessels. The final sum of unintended proximity events in the dataset is 237. Examples of unintended vessel proximity events are visualized in the respective png and gif files.

The research leading to these results has received funding from the European Union's Horizon Europe Programme under the CREXDATA Project, grant agreement n° 101092749.

The Satellite Vessel Tracking Market report segments the industry into Satellite Mass (10-100kg, 100-500kg, Below 10 Kg), Orbit Class (GEO, LEO), Satellite Subsystem (Propulsion Hardware and Propellant, Satellite Bus & Subsystems, Solar Array & Power Hardware, Structures, Harness & Mechanisms), and End User (Commercial, Military & Government, Other). Get five years of historical data alongside five-year market forecasts.

Annual series of economic data collected for years 2008 and forward for the Amendment 80 Economic Data Report (EDR). Reporting is required of holders of Amendment 80 quota share permits under federal fisheries regulations (see 50CFR679.94). Variables reported include vessel characteristics and production capacity of onboard processing plant, annual counts of vessel activity days, sales and reve...

The US Voluntary Observing Ships (VOS) report surface marine observations in both real-time (FM-13 ship format) and delayed-mode (International Maritime Meteorological Tape - IMMT format). To do this, most operating vessels use e-logbook software that allows an observer to enter information, then the software can transmit a real-time report as well as save the same report in a different format to the ship's hard drive for later access, i.e. delayed mode observation (DM). Once in port, all DM reports stored on the hard drive are retrieved and sent to the National Climatic Data Center for archiving and processing. The e-logbook software used in this dataset is the TurboWin+ program and structures data in the IMMT-5 format.

The global vessel tracking market size was valued at USD 6.9 billion in 2022 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5% from 2023 to 2030. The market growth is attributed to the rising demand for vessel tracking systems from the commercial and defense sectors. The commercial sector uses vessel tracking systems to improve fleet management, optimize fuel consumption, and enhance safety. The defense sector utilizes these systems for maritime surveillance, border protection, and anti-piracy operations. The growth of the vessel tracking market is expected to be driven by several factors, including the increasing adoption of automated identification systems (AIS), the growing demand for real-time vessel tracking data, and the rising concerns over maritime security. AIS is a technology that enables vessels to transmit their identity, location, and other information to other vessels and shore-based stations. The data transmitted by AIS can be used for vessel tracking, collision avoidance, and search and rescue operations. The growing demand for real-time vessel tracking data is driven by the need for improved situational awareness and decision-making in the maritime domain. Real-time vessel tracking data can be used to monitor vessel movements, identify potential threats, and respond to incidents quickly and effectively. The rising concerns over maritime security are also contributing to the growth of the vessel tracking market. Maritime security threats, such as piracy, terrorism, and drug trafficking, are increasing globally. Vessel tracking systems can be used to detect and deter these threats. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of the global vessel tracking market, valued at $2.5 million in 2022. It offers insights into the market concentration, product characteristics, impact of regulations, and emerging trends.