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UK Hydrographic Office hosts local World Hydrography Day event
The UKHO hosted an event last week at the Museum of Somerset, Taunton, in celebration of World Hydrography Day
UK Hydrographic Office appoints Chief Technology Officer
Terry Makewell joins the UKHO as Chief Technology Officer
UK Hydrographic Office welcomes publication of UK Government ‘Future of the Sea’ Report
Major study sets out recommendations to help the UK unlock potential of ocean industries, with the UK’s expertise in hydrography highlighted as a key strength
UKHO features on BBC One’s ‘Antiques Road Trip’
The Antiques Road Trip visited the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office to learn about its 200-year history and modern capabilities
UKHO Apprentice wins Bridgwater and Taunton College Apprenticeship Award
Sophie Hodson, UKHO Finance Apprentice, wins Bridgwater and Taunton College's 'Apprenticeship Champion' Award
UKHO features in new UK Chamber of Shipping film
New Chamber of Shipping film showcases the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office’s role in supporting HMS Queen Elizabeth and relief efforts after Hurricane Irma
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Commonwealth Marine Economies (CME) Programme: year 2 projects in the Caribbean
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UK Hydrographic Office hosts local World Hydrography Day event
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UK Hydrographic Office appoints Chief Technology Officer
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What we do
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) collects and supplies hydrographic and geospatial data for the Royal Navy and merchant shipping, to protect lives at sea. Working with other national hydrographic offices, we set and raise global standards of hydrography, cartography and navigation.
UKHO is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Defence.
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Adam Singer
Non-executive Chair, UKHO
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John Humphrey
UKHO Chief Executive
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Rear Admiral Tim Lowe CBE
National Hydrographer and Deputy Chief Executive
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Heather Tayler
Non-executive Director
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Peter Davis OBE
Director of Corporate Services
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Alison Henwood
Non-executive director, UKHO
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Captain Gary Hesling
Captain HM and Hydrographer of the Navy
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Marion Leslie
Non-executive director, UKHO
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Tom Loosemore
Non-executive director, UKHO
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