OpenC247 - the smarter way to buy your maritime charts and publications

Digital and paper charts and publications – everything you need.

Instant permits.
Free digital updates.
No subscriptions.

Access via PC, smartphone or tablet 24/7. Can be integrated with ECDIS.

Navigating the complexities of the sea requires precision, reliance, and instant access to the most up-to-date nautical information.

OpenC247 is a digital solution that meets the growing needs of modern maritime professionals.

It’s an always-on portal that simplifies the way you acquire and manage maritime navigational charts and publications:

  • ENCs (electronic navigational charts)
  • eBooks (ADP / AENP / IMO / ITU / Intertanko and more)
  • BA paper charts and nautical publications.


OpenC247 provides the ease of access and support that captains and officers require in today’s digital age.

Benefits of Using OpenC247

No subscription – no hassle

Break free from contracts with our no subscription, pay-as-you-go offer. OpenC247 provides intuitive route planning tools for seamless selection of digital and paper charts. Simply pay online. Compiled ENC corrections and updates are completely free. Order your paper charts and publications for next-port delivery, any day, at any time.

Transparent, cost-effective pricing

Improve budget management. Plot routes and access our competitively priced digital and paper charts, paying for only those you need. Digital chart permits and updates are instantly available, ensuring your ECDIS or computer is always up to date. ENC updates and corrections are free.

Compliance made simpler

We support your ability to meet SOLAS/IMO regulations, port control as well as Red Ensign Group Yacht Code. You have on-demand access to the charts, publications and updates for every region you sail through.

OpenC247 is used by captains, first officers and navigators across the world. With 24/7 access and no subscription
it’s a flexible option for both leisure and commercial vessels.

OpenC247 - supporting vessels globally

Commercial vessels – tankers, boxships, bulkers, supply vessels, ferries and more

Commercial fleet managers and charter fleets (typically 1 to 10 vessels)

Superyachts – motor and sailing yachts over 24 metres (i.e. require ECDIS)

Fishing trawlers and fleets - vessels over 24 metres (i.e. require ECDIS)

Try before you buy

You can demo OpenC247 and see how simple it is to plot a voyage and access the relevant ENCs. 

It’s free and requires no registration.

Find out more here

A really innovative product, accurate and available online 24/7 – no annual subscription was needed and only pay for the charts and products used! Openc247 will go a long way.

Menios, Captain, 56-foot vessel

Good portal to use. Simple to find route and no paying for charts we do not need. Perfect for new and regular routes.

First officer, 3,000 TEU container vessel

What a breeze! So glad we found this tool. OpenC247 is the most affordable way to remain compliant I’ve found, letting us focus on our voyage safely.

Captain, 35m superyacht

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