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The UK Hydrographic Office has a global network providing ADMIRALTY products, services and data to support navigation.

Become an ADMIRALTY Distributor

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An ADMIRALTY Distributor sells navigation products and services, primarily to regulated SOLAS ships.

As an ADMIRALTY Distributor, you will receive:

  • Training on ADMIRALTY products and services
  • Access to ADMIRALTY commercial programmes
  • Weekly e-newsletters
  • Access to Technical Working Groups
  • Invites to conferences and events
  • Access to our co-branding opportunities
  • Access to customer service and technical support
  • Invitation to be part of Product Working Groups

To apply to become an ADMIRALTY Distributor, complete and return the Distributor application form.

Please ensure you meet the Distributor appointment criteria before starting an application.

Application periods are quarterly, with applications reviewed the following month. For example, we will review applications submitted between 1 January and 31 March before May 2026.

Become an ADMIRALTY Technical Solution Provider

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Note: The ADMIRALTY Technical Solution Provider application has been removed from the website while we review the application process. Applications will not be accepted at this time. We will update this page once the review is complete.

Become an ADMIRALTY Development Partner

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An ADMIRALTY Development Partner will have access to technical expertise ensuring ADMIRALTY products and services function and display correctly in their hardware and software for navigation purposes.

As an ADMIRALTY Development Partner,  you will receive:

  • Technical development support
  • Access to detailed technical specifications
  • Access to comprehensive test data in support system development
  • Access to industry insight
  • Marketing support

Become a UKHO Licensee

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Licensees range from commercial companies to individuals who derive products and services providing solutions for navigation, non-navigation, educational or research purposes from data held and owned by the UKHO.

For more information on the licensing options available, please contact our Customer Service team.