Overview

Powered by thousands of terrestrial AIS stations worldwide, our AIS network delivers unmatched value to the maritime industry. Access real-time vessel positions, voyage data, port call records, and in-depth ship particulars through our AIS API — a comprehensive solution designed to support informed decisions, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Our AIS API delivers one or more of the following datasets, depending on the requested endpoint. Responses are provided in JSON format by default, with optional support for XML.

Credit-based API Methods (Pay-per-use)

These services operate on a credit system: you purchase credits and use them on demand across any of the following APIs:

Method Description Default dataset AIS Voyage Master PortCall
Vessels Data for one or more vessels AIS 1 credit 1 credit 2 credits -
PortCalls Arrivals/Departures for a port or vessel PortCall 1 credit 1 credit - 2 credits
ExpectedArrivals Expected Arrivals for a selected port AIS 5 credits 1 credit 2 credits -
MasterData Vessel particulars for one or more vessels Master - - 3 credits -
Distance The shortest sea route between selected points - - - - -

Subscription-based API Methods (Flat fee)

These services are available for a fixed subscription fee and deliver data on a regular basis:

Method Description Default dataset AIS Voyage Master PortCall
VesselsList Data for a predefined list of vessels AIS Yes Yes Yes -
LiveData All vessels in a predefined area AIS Yes Yes Yes -

API Response Datasets

Dataset Content
AIS Real-time vessel data including position (coordinates), course over ground, speed over ground, heading, navigation status, current draught, destination, estimated time of arrival (ETA), and static vessel data.
Voyage Information on the vessel’s last port of call, including port name, country, and time of departure.
Master Comprehensive vessel specifications: IMO number, vessel name, flag state, ship type, year built, shipbuilder, registered owner/manager, principal dimensions (length, beam), maximum draught, gross tonnage (GT), net tonnage (NT), deadweight (DWT), TEU capacity, and crude oil capacity.
PortCall Details of port visit events, including port name, country, timestamp, and event type (arrival or departure).

Credit Prices

Credits Price (EUR) Credits Price (EUR)
100 5.00 300 13.00
1,000 40.00 3,000 110.00
10,000 330.00 30,000 900.00