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Bathymetry - the foundation for sustainable seas, oceans and waterways
The term combines the Greek words bathus, meaning "deep," with metron, "measure.
World Hydrography Day commemorates the June 21, 1921, establishment of the International Hydrographic Organization. In 2005, the United Nations formally adopted the resolution for IHO member countries all over the world to celebrate WHD on the 21st of June each year. WHD is an opportunity to increase awareness of hydrography and its vital role supporting the safety of navigation mission and the maritime environment.
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Current construction activities at the Next NGA West site are focused on placing concrete for building foundations, foundation walls and...
December 21, 2020
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A look into NGA's sign-language interpreting program during the COVID-19 pandemic.
December 2, 2020
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Construction on NGA’s new campus in north St. Louis is progressing without significant delays despite the COVID-19 pandemic, said Sue...
June 12, 2020