AIS data supports a wide range of users who rely on an accurate picture of vessel activity. Mastchain helps strengthen this foundation by improving coverage and authenticity.

Maritime authorities

Port authorities, coast guards and VTS centres use AIS to monitor ship movements, manage traffic and maintain safe navigation in busy waterways.

Shipping and logistics

Operators, forwarders and fleet managers track vessel progress, plan port calls and optimise routing. Reliable AIS helps reduce delays and improve supply chain predictability.

Analysts and financial firms

Commodity traders, hedge funds and market analysts study vessel behaviour to understand cargo flows, estimate demand and monitor global trade patterns.

Environmental and research groups

Marine scientists, NGOs and academic teams use AIS to study emissions, vessel disturbance in sensitive habitats and long term changes in shipping patterns.

Insurance and risk assessment

Insurers and P&I clubs analyse AIS to evaluate exposure, investigate incidents and assess compliance with navigational requirements.

Security and compliance bodies

Customs agencies, maritime security teams and regulatory bodies use AIS to detect unusual movements, confirm reporting accuracy and strengthen oversight.

Technology developers

Developers building routing software, monitoring dashboards, mapping tools or AI models rely on AIS as a core data source to power their applications.