Overview

Approved for use by the Flag States of over 80% of ships trading internationally

ADMIRALTY Digital List of Lights (ADLL) is an advanced source of navigational light and fog signal information, with coverage of more than 90,000 individual fixed light structures. ADLL also contains a number of lit floating marks including pontoon lights, resilient and buoyant beacons, Single Point Moorings (SPM) and Floating Production, Storage and Offloading Facilities (FPSO).

Part of the ADMIRALTY Digital Publication (ADP)​ range, ADLL contains all the detail of its paper equivalents, with the added convenience of fast, accurate weekly updates and simple searching of information. These important features can save bridge crews time and reduce the risk of human error. 

Key features of ADLL include:

  • Electronic Notices to Mariners (NMs) updates and information search, giving greater efficiency, faster updating and more flexible information access
  • Global coverage to enable safe and compliant navigation through major commercial shipping routes and ports
  • Approved for use by the Flag States of over 80% of ships trading internationally, with certification to aid inspections
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ADLL equivalents in List of Lights Paper Publications

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To help you purchase the most suitable ADLL Areas, you can check the ADLL equivalents in List of Lights Paper Publications.

Compliance

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Approved by the Flag States of over 80% of ships trading internationally, ADLL provides the same level of compliance as traditional ADMIRALTY paper-based publications, for ships trading under these Flag States. Where we are aware that a Flag State Authority (FSA) has issued documentation on the acceptance of UKHO's digital nautical publications or provided guidance on their use, we have listed it in the table below. 

Important notes:

  • ​FSAs who accept UKHO's digital nautical publications, but have not issued any specific requirements, may not be listed
  • If it is not clear whether a FSA accepts UKHO's digital nautical publications as satisfying carriage requirements then shipping companies should contact their FSA or the appropriate Recognised Organisation (RO)
  • For more information and guidance on the safe and effe​ctive use of UKHO's digital ​nautical publications, please click here

  • For more information and guidance on IMO requirements on carriage of publications on board ships please read MSC-MEPC.2/C​irc.2​​

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Specifications

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Below you'll find important information regarding compatibility. If you require further information please contact your ADMIRALTY Distributor. 

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Recommended minimum requirements 

ADMIRALTY Digital List of Lights (ADLL) will run on any PC that meets Microsoft supported operating systems.

Operating systems should have the most recent Service Pack installed. In addition, systems will require: a DVD drive, keyboard, Microsoft mouse (or some other compatible pointing device), super VGA (800 x 600) video adapter or better with suitable monitor and at least 1GB of available disk space. 

Important notes:

  • ​Systems should be capable of receiving emails up to 1.25Mb in size.
  • ADLL and other ADMIRALTY Digital Publications (ADP) can be installed on any standalone computer, which meets the hardware recommendations for the operating system installed
  • ADLL is designed to be registered to individual PCs and is not suitable for use across a network
  • We will not be in a position to support ADP on Operating Systems where Microsoft support has been withdrawn

ADMIRALTY Digital Publications Software Developer Kit (SDK) and Developer's Pack

 ​Our SDK allows you to integrate ADP into your ECDIS or application. You can find out more about the kit and how to access our technical resources on our ADMIRALTY Digital Publications SDK page.

ADP Online Updating Service

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We supply all ADLL customers with weekly electronic updates via Internet download, email or disc. If you are unable to take advantage of the automatic updating option for ADLL, you can get your updates using our online updating service. On this site you can download and apply updates by area to:

  • ​ADMIRALTY Digital List of Lights
  • ADMIRALTY Digital Radio Signals 1, 3, 4, 5
  • ADMIRALTY Digital Radio Signals 2
  • ​ADMIRALTY Digital Radio Signals 6
  • ADMIRALTY TotalTide
Support

Find information to support you in your use of ADLL

If you cannot find the answer to your questions, then whom you contact will depend on the nature of your query. Please see who to contact below for more details.

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The ADP user guide

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Includes information on getting started, installation, updates, maintenance, uninstalling and other support topics.

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ADP support films

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Guides to activation, downloading updates, generating a support file and uninstalling ADP are all available on our YouTube Channel, ADMIRALTY TV.

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Downloading ADP software

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ADP software can be downloaded from our public File Share Service website at https://fss.admiralty.co.uk. Please note that new users will need to register to use the site.

A search for software will display the ADP software installation files.

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Who to contact?

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In the first instance, please contact the Distributor that you purchased ADLL from. If they are unable to help then the UKHO Customer Services Team can be contacted on customerservices@ukho.gov.uk or phone +44 (0) 1823 484444.

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How to use the ADP Updates and Software DVD

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Includes information on updating your ADP and e-Readers 1.3 and 1.4 applications using the ADP Updates and Software DVD.

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End User Licence Agreement (EULA)

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The terms and conditions for using ADMIRALTY Digital Publications.

Purchasing options and folio coverage​

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For precise coverage and voyage flexibility, ADLL is available in 10 regional folios and one world folio. 

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Choosing, ordering and managing your ADLL Lice​nce

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ADMIRALTY Digital List of Lights is sold through an international network of experienced and trusted distributors.

Please contact your ADMIRALTY Distributor to discuss the right package of charts for you and the appropriate pricing model. If you don’t have a preferred distributor, then you can search a list of worldwide ADMIRALTY Distributors on our find an ADMIRALTY Distributor page.

The ADMIRALTY Digital Catalogue (ADC) can also provide you with a comprehensive and up-to-date reference of current ADMIRALTY Maritime Data Solutions, with functionality that allows you to search for products by type, scale or a defined route.