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Join the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) at Sea Japan 2026 in Tokyo. Register for our 'S-100 in focus' seminar that explores the next generation of maritime navigation standards, and see live S-100 data demonstrated in ECDIS at our exhibition stand.
Seminar details
📅 Date: Wednesday 22 or Thursday 23 April 2026
🕛 Time: 11:10 - 12:30 (JST)
🏢 Venue: Tokyo Big Sight (Presentation Room F, West Hall 4)
Join the UKHO at Sea Japan 2026 for the latest S-100 in focus seminar.
You'll get the chance to hear the latest insights from live sea trials and shore-based testing, including collaboration with ECDIS manufacturers, mariners and hydrographic offices. UKHO experts will also share the latest information on implementation timelines, practical benefits, and what S-100 means in operation.
This seminar is free to attend. The seminar will be delivered in English, with simultaneous Japanese interpretation.
What you'll learn
Insights from our sea trials - the latest learnings from testing at sea and on shore in live operational environments
What S-100 means for you - the key things to know including timelines for implementation
How to prepare - the practical considerations for fleets, bridge teams and onboard systems ahead of the transition
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the latest insights to prepare for the S-100 transition with confidence - register today to secure your place.
Why join us?
As S-100 moves from concept towards implementation, find out what the transition means for you and your crews.
Our S-100 in focus seminar will share the latest insights from those working on the forefront of S-100 development - from ECDIS manufacturers and hydrographic offices, to mariners and maritime professionals involved in live testing.
UKHO experts will bring together industry perspectives, clearly outline the important information to know about readiness and implementation, and help you understand how best to prepare for the transition.
See S-100 data live in ECDIS
Interested in seeing how S-100 data performs in practice?
Visit our exhibition stand in Digital Solution Square, West Hall 4, Stand 4G-12 to experience live S-100 data on next-generation ECDIS models from Tokyo Keiki and Raymarine.
Our specialists will be available throughout the event to discuss the S-100 transition as well as the next generation of ADMIRALTY products and services.
Meet our speakers
Learn about our speakers.
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Thomas Mellor
As Head of Technical Partnerships, Tom leads the UKHO’s collaboration with technical partners including Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to enable the development of e-navigation products and S-100 solutions for Electronic Chart and Information Display Systems (ECDIS).
Tom works at the forefront of the latest ‘next generation’ navigation technologies to support the implementation of new standards that can help improve safety, efficiency and optimisation.
Name
Tomohiro Yoneyama
Tomo spent over 10 years of his career working for an ADMIRALTY Distributor where he played a pivotal role in supporting numerous shipping companies in their transition to digital navigation, particularly through the implementation of digital charts and publications.
Drawing from this experience and deep understanding of the market, Tomo is now an Account Manager at the UKHO, strategically supporting and empowering distributors in the Asia Pacific region to drive sustainable growth and digital advancement.
Further information
Below you can find further information about this seminar. If your question is not listed below, feel free to contact the UKHO team at events@ukho.gov.uk.
This seminar is designed for maritime professionals looking to deepen their understanding of the emerging S-100 standards and how they are being developed, tested and applied.
It’s especially relevant for:
- Shipowners and operators
- Bridge officers and mariners
- Fleet and operations managers
- Maritime regulators and policy makers
If you are new to S-100, you may be interested in our introductory panel discussion series, 'Shaping the future of navigation with S-100'.
This is an in-person seminar held at Sea Japan, Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Center.
The seminar will be held in Presentation Room F, West Hall 4.
You can find our exhibition stand in Digital Solution Square, West Hall 4, Stand 4G-12.
Yes, this seminar is free to attend - just make sure to register in advance to secure your place.
All visitors to Sea Japan must pre-register online through the official Sea Japan website in order to obtain a free visitor badge for entry.
The seminar will be presented in English, with live Japanese interpretation provided.
No, this is an exclusive in-person seminar.
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Yes, the venue is fully accessible.
If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please let us know at events@ukho.gov.uk.