This template should be used to describe Maritime Services. Descriptions of Maritime
Services provided to IMO using this template will enable IMO to exercise leadership
and overarching oversight and to provide a globally harmonized list of recognized
Maritime Services.
To ensure a standardized approach in the development and implementation of Maritime
Services, the content should include a general description of the operational
services, and a reference to associated technical services that will enable the
exchange of information in digital format:
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1 Title of the Maritime Service (Maritime Service number)
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2 Submitting organization
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3 Coordinating body
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4 Description of the Maritime Service
Stating the exact nature and scope of the Maritime Service in accordance, if
applicable, with existing IMO instruments. Additional details might be added
for clarity as required.
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5 Purpose
What is the purpose of the Maritime Service?
What value does it bring to its intended stakeholders?
Is the Maritime Service compliant with regulatory requirements, if
applicable?
In the case that the Maritime Service covers existing services, a description
of the steps required to transition from analogue to digital information
promulgation must be included.
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6 Operational approach
How is the purpose of the Maritime Service achieved, taking into account
existing guidance of the Organization and other international bodies?
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7 User needs
Describe the user needs the Maritime Service addresses. In so doing make
reference to any relevant IMO instruments and, where applicable, include one
or more use cases.
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8 Information to be provided
List the information elements the Maritime Service provides. The information
elements will be the starting point for data modelling, as part of the
technical services to access, promulgate or exchange the information.
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9 Associated technical services
Using the table below list existing or potential technical services
associated with this Maritime Service.
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10 Relation to other Maritime Services
Describe any relationships between this and other Maritime Services such as
interdependencies or areas of overlap. This section should clarify the
nature of interdependencies, overlaps and provide recommendations for their
resolution.