Official ENCs - Electronic Navigation Charts due out from 2008

LINZ is currently producing the first official set of ENCs. These ENCs are specifically designed for use in electronic navigational systems onboard ships. This new electronic chart format when used with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems) give the mariner access to a wide range of safety functionality and support integration with other navigational systems.

LINZ anticipates issuing ENCs in 2008, beginning with 10 to 20 priority ENCs. These priority ENCs will include the Auckland harbour and approach as well as the Cook Strait crossing, Wellington to Picton.

The release of ENCs for the remainder of New Zealand will be phased in over the next two years.