Benefits of the Galileo satellite system in Remote Sensing at sea and its future uses in Navigation for Merchant Mariners

Course Info

Date: Feb-03-2025

Length: 1 Week

City: Istanbul

Fees: 5,300

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • Jan-06-2025

    Istanbul

  • Feb-03-2025

    Istanbul

  • Mar-03-2025

    Istanbul

  • Apr-07-2025

    Istanbul

  • May-05-2025

    Istanbul

  • June-02-2025

    Istanbul

  • June-30-2025

    Istanbul

  • July-07-2025

    Istanbul

  • Aug-04-2025

    Istanbul

  • Sep-01-2025

    Istanbul

  • Sep-29-2025

    Istanbul

  • Oct-06-2025

    Istanbul

  • Nov-03-2025

    Istanbul

  • Dec-01-2025

    Istanbul

  • Dec-29-2025

    Istanbul

Dates in Other Venues

  • Jan-06-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Jan-13-2025

    London

  • Jan-20-2025

    Athens

  • Jan-20-2025

    Hamburg

  • Jan-27-2025

    Dubai

  • Feb-03-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Feb-10-2025

    London

  • Feb-17-2025

    Athens

  • Feb-17-2025

    Hamburg

  • Feb-24-2025

    Dubai

  • Mar-03-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Mar-10-2025

    London

  • Mar-17-2025

    Hamburg

  • Mar-17-2025

    Athens

  • Mar-24-2025

    Dubai

  • Apr-07-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Apr-14-2025

    London

  • Apr-21-2025

    Hamburg

  • Apr-21-2025

    Athens

  • Apr-28-2025

    Dubai

  • May-05-2025

    Rotterdam

  • May-12-2025

    London

  • May-19-2025

    Athens

  • May-19-2025

    Hamburg

  • May-26-2025

    Dubai

  • June-02-2025

    Rotterdam

  • June-09-2025

    London

  • June-16-2025

    Hamburg

  • June-16-2025

    Athens

  • June-30-2025

    Dubai

  • June-30-2025

    Rotterdam

  • July-07-2025

    Rotterdam

  • July-14-2025

    London

  • July-21-2025

    Athens

  • July-21-2025

    Hamburg

  • July-28-2025

    Dubai

  • Aug-04-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Aug-11-2025

    London

  • Aug-18-2025

    Athens

  • Aug-18-2025

    Hamburg

  • Aug-25-2025

    Dubai

  • Sep-01-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Sep-08-2025

    London

  • Sep-15-2025

    Athens

  • Sep-15-2025

    Hamburg

  • Sep-29-2025

    Dubai

  • Sep-29-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Oct-06-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Oct-13-2025

    London

  • Oct-20-2025

    Hamburg

  • Oct-20-2025

    Athens

  • Oct-27-2025

    Dubai

  • Nov-03-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Nov-10-2025

    London

  • Nov-17-2025

    Hamburg

  • Nov-17-2025

    Athens

  • Nov-24-2025

    Dubai

  • Dec-01-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Dec-08-2025

    London

  • Dec-15-2025

    Hamburg

  • Dec-15-2025

    Athens

  • Dec-29-2025

    Rotterdam

  • Dec-29-2025

    Dubai

Course Details

Course Outline

5 days course

Introduction and Overview


  • Introduction to the Galileo Satellite System
  • History and development of Galileo
  • Comparison with other satellite systems (e.g., GPS, GLONASS)
  • Unique features and advantages of Galileo
  • Discussion: Current Trends in Maritime Navigation
  • Workshop: Understanding GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems)
  • Basic principles of GNSS technology
  • Interaction with other satellite constellations
  • Case Study: Real-time Examples of GNSS Applications in Maritime

Galileo's Role in Remote Sensing at Sea


  • Remote Sensing Technologies
  • Components and working of remote sensing
  • Importance in oceanographic research and fisheries
  • Hands-on Session: Data Acquisition using Satellites
  • Remote sensing data formats (e.g., SAR, optical)
  • Workshop: Implementing Galileo in Remote Sensing
  • Practical examples and pilot projects
  • Panel Discussion: Challenges and Solutions in Remote Sensing

Advanced Navigation with Galileo


  • Navigational Accuracy with Galileo
  • Dual-frequency capability and precision navigation
  • Benefits in terms of accuracy, availability, and integrity
  • Demo: Galileo-based Navigation Tools and Software
  • Workshop: Navigation Scenarios for Merchant Mariners
  • Simulating real-world navigational challenges
  • Quiz and Interactive Discussion: Testing Understanding

Enhancing Maritime Safety and Efficiency


  • Safety at Sea with Galileo
  • Impact on hazard detection and avoidance
  • Application in Search and Rescue operations
  • Discussion: Maritime Safety Protocols
  • Workshop: Fleet Management and Route Optimization
  • Strategies for fuel efficiency and emission reduction
  • Fleet monitoring using Galileo
  • Interactive Case Study: Specific Merchant Marine Applications

Future Prospects and Innovation


  • Future Developments and Upgrades in Galileo
  • Next-generation technologies (e.g., quantum navigation)
  • Potential integrations with emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT)
  • Discussion: Global Regulations and Compliance with Satellite Use
  • Innovation Workshop: Developing New Applications
  • Group activities focused on ideation and development
  • Closing Ceremony:
  • Summary of Key Learnings
  • Presentation of Certificates
  • Farewell Speech and Networking Opportunity