Vessel tracking, route optimisation and maritime intelligence
Clarity across the world’s oceans
BigOceanData gives maritime teams flexiable access to vessel tracking, route optimisation and maritime intelligence, individually or as one integrated operational platform. Choose the services you need today, then add more capability as your operational requirements grow.
24 million
Vessel position reports every single day
450K
Vessels tracked
4,500
Ports monitored
96%
BigOceanData clients renew their contracts
Built for maritime teams that need visibility, smarter planning and better decisions
Fleet Operations
Improve ETA confidence, monitor voyage performance, manage by exception and keep ship and shore aligned around the same operational picture.
Fisheries & Environmental Bodies
Track monitored fleets, protected areas and compliance activity across wide geographies with clearer situational awareness and historical context.
Insurers & Risk Managers
Assess exposure, investigate incidents and validate claims with trusted vessel context, voyage history and operational reporting.
Port & Terminals
Monitor arrivals, departures, congestion and turnaround to support berth planning, service coordination and better resource allocation.
Government & Regulators
Maintain oversight across regions, zones and fleets with stronger visibility, monitoring and auditability for faster, more informed decisions.
Trusted by teams who rely on maritime visibility every day
“Maersk needed the ability to track containers. After signing a two-year contract with BigOceanData in September 2016 for vessel tracking services, Maersk extended and expanded the agreement in early 2018 for a further 30 months, covering three times the original number of vessels and nearly double the number of tracked containers. Maersk continues to use the BigOceanData SSAS service, a cost-effective, well-supported solution.”
Stephan Martinussen
Head of GVPC at Maersk
“Our contract renewal with BigOceanData is a testament to the continued excellence of service and support the team provides. BigOceanData has been and will continue to be one of our key service providers at VertomCory, helping us to enhance the service package we provide to our key clients.”
Neil Flower
Agency Director
“Crisis24 is a global risk management and security services company. We commissioned BigOceanData to provide us with a custom-designed vessel tracking and risk management platform for a range of applications with our insurance, marine and offshore oil & gas clients. BigOceanData was responsive to our requirements from the outset; pioneering new ideas to create exactly what we wanted.“
Crisis24
“BigOceanData played a key role in de-risking the return of our vessel, SARBAS, from the Persian Gulf at the onset of hostilities. Their team provided excellent support over a weekend, rapidly setting up frequent Inmarsat-C position updates, seamlessly integrated with AIS data, to support a safer transit. The solution was highly cost-effective and delivered with efficiency and professionalism throughout. The team are a pleasure to work with.”
Mark Robinson
Marine Director
Latest news and insights
News, Press
BigOceanData launches Route Optimisation as part of its connected maritime operations platform
New capability combines weather-aware routing, vessel-specific logic and operational constraints to support better voyage decisions London, 21 April 2026 — BigOceanData today announced the launch of Route Optimisation, a new capability within the BigOceanData platform designed to help shipowners, operators and managers make better voyage decisions by connecting route planning with live operational visibility. BuiltContinue reading “BigOceanData launches Route Optimisation as part of its connected maritime operations platform”
Insights
From Live Positions to Better Decisions: The Real Value of Vessel Tracking
Vessel tracking is often reduced to a simple visual: a ship moving across a map. That is useful, but it is not where the real value sits. In practice, the value comes from what a team can decide once that movement is visible, interpretable, and connected to the operational picture around it. In shipping, timingContinue reading “From Live Positions to Better Decisions: The Real Value of Vessel Tracking”
News
Bulgarian Shipping Company Renews Agreement
A leading Bulgarian shipping company has renewed its partnership with BigOceanData following a highly successful initial term. Operating a fleet of 36 bulk carriers worldwide, the company requires reliable vessel tracking — even in regions where AIS coverage is limited. To address this, we implemented scheduled Inmarsat-C reporting alongside AIS data, ensuring continuous and accurateContinue reading “Bulgarian Shipping Company Renews Agreement”
News, Press
International Maritime Security Provider Extends 15-Year Partnership with BigOceanData
A leading international maritime security provider has renewed its long-standing relationship with BigOceanData, continuing to use a white-labelled version of the platform to support its global client base.
News
Diaplous Maritime Services Agreement Renewal Strengthens Maritime Security Capabilities
BigOceanData’s long-running partnership with Diaplous Maritime Services has been extended, building on collaboration that began in 2020. The agreement provides core vessel tracking services and enhanced area monitoring solutions, delivering real-time intelligence on marine traffic within designated regions. The extension reflects growing demand for integrated maritime security and situational awareness, particularly as global shipping routesContinue reading “Diaplous Maritime Services Agreement Renewal Strengthens Maritime Security Capabilities”
News, Press
Maersk-Line Renews Commitment to BigOceanData’s Integrated SSAS
Maersk-Line has once again renewed its commitment to BigOceanData’s integrated Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) for a further term.
News, Press
US-based superyacht management company renews agreement
A US-based superyacht management company has renewed its BigOceanData subscription, continuing to leverage a combination of AIS, Inmarsat-C, and Iridium scheduled reporting to ensure continuous, high-confidence vessel tracking worldwide.
News, Press
European Government Renews BigOceanData Fisheries VMS Contract
BigOceanData is proud to announce that a major European Fisheries Department has extended its use of our Fisheries Vessel Monitoring System technologies and support for a 12th year!
News, Press
European Bulk and Tanker Operator Extends Use of BigOceanData Vessel Tracking
A long-standing European-based bulk and tanker operator has extended its use of BigOceanData’s advanced vessel tracking services for an eighth year.
News, Press
Cory Brothers Extends BigOceanData Contract for a Further Two Years
BigOceanData is pleased to announce the renewal of its contract with Cory Brothers, a leading global provider of logistics and maritime services. The agreement extends the partnership for another two years.
Trusted by leading maritime teams
One operational platform, not disconnected tools
See fleet activity in real time
Track vessel positions, movements and behaviour through a live view built on global AIS and enriched maritime data.
Monitor activity, review historical tracks, and keep teams aligned with a clear picture of fleet movements across routes, regions and ports.
Route planning based on weather and vessel performance
Compare route options using weather-aware routing and vessel performance data to support safer, more efficient passage planning.
Balance ETA, fuel use, emissions and voyage conditions with routing insight designed for day-to-day operational decisions.
Stay on top of port activity
Monitor arrivals, departures, anchorage movements and congestion across key ports and terminals.
Use live and historical port data to support scheduling, planning and a stronger understanding of port operations.
Automate monitoring for key events
Create custom zones around ports, terminals, anchorages or offshore areas and receive alerts when vessels enter, exit or change status.
Reduce manual checking and keep the right teams informed when activity requires attention.
