THSOA would like to inform its members that Rear Admiral Steve Ritchie (UK) passed away on Tuesday, 8 May 2012. He was a lion in the hydrographic industry and a driving force in the founding of The Hydrographic Society. Our condolences to his family and friends. Link
THSOA Hydrographer Certification Reimbursement Program
To emphasize the importance of the ACSM Hydrographer Certification Test (HCT), THSOA will offer to assist its members who elect to take the test by reimbursing them for their test fees. (more…)
THSOA Scholarship Information
THSOA encourages college/university students to consider a career in hydrographic surveying. Several student scholarships are offered to assist students with academic costs. (more…)
Hydrography: Critical to the World Economy, Fulfilling as a Career
This presentation provides a brief look at the history of hydrographic surveying. It examines the current technology and reviews the challenges and opportunities facing today's hydrographic surveyors. Our thanks to Richard Byrd for his work on this presentation. Download
Hydro12 Call for Papers and Announcement…
Hydro12 will be organised between November 13 and 15 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on board of the luxurious steam ship "Rotterdam". The theme of the conference is "Taking care of the sea". For more details, please visit http://hydro12.com/?page_id=51.
THSOA: Officers and Board Members for 2012
We would like to thank all of you who participated in the recent elections. Beginning in January, 2012, the following are the officers and board members of THSOA.
(more…)Feedback Requested
The IHO Has Issued a Request for Feedback On Edition 5 of S-44 Standards for Hydrographic Surveys.
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A Digital Version of the IHO’s International Hydrographic Review Was Introduced in May 2009.
Access to This Biennial Publication is here.
New Employment Opportunities Posted
Visit the Employment Page. (Updated: 3/19/2012)
Scholarships Announced!
THSOA encourages college/university students to consider a career in hydrographic surveying. Several student scholarships are offered to assist students with academic costs. The National THSOA scholarships are available to for full time students seeking a 2 year, 4 year or graduate degree in Hydrographic Surveying, Ocean Mapping, Geomatics, Ocean Sciences, Geographic Info Systems(GIS), Ocean Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related field.