Help shape the future of maritime transparency and innovation – from the very beginning. We’re building a next-generation ship tracking platform, and we’re inviting you to join us as an AIS Partner. Apply now and reserve your spot.
Why You matter more than You think
By hosting a station, you're enabling better safety, research, and visibility for the global maritime ecosystem. You're not just receiving ships – you're contributing to a new kind of infrastructure. Your station could fill a blind spot that improves the entire network's performance.
We Handle the Hardware. You Power the Impact.
We’ll send you a fully pre-configured AIS receiver, antenna, and cables – no need to buy anything. All you need is a stable internet connection, power and a suitable location. Our team will assist you every step of the way.
FAQs
How it works
We're searching for engaged users, maritime enthusiasts, AIS hobbyists, and those with access to great reception sites – particularly in or near major ports. If you're excited about contributing to a global cause and love ships, data, or maritime safety, this is your moment to shine.
Please carefully fill out one of the forms below. If you already have AIS hardware and would like to use it to share data with us, please select the form “Data Sharing”. If you would like Ship Monitor to provide you with hardware, please select the form “Hardware Request”.
If you would like to learn more about AIS and AIS receiver stations, please follow the button below to our Help Center.
Why should I join as an AIS Partner?
We’re not just creating a platform – we’re building a community of reliable, passionate partners.
By hosting a station, you will:
Make global maritime traffic more transparent and safe
Support maritime research and safety, not just commercial interests
Put your location on the map as a key AIS reception point
Become part of a trusted, international community of maritime nerds, ship photographers, and data enthusiasts
What requirements do I need to meet?
All you need is:
A good location for antenna placement
Reliable internet connection and power
supply
Willingness to host and occasionally maintain the hardware with our support
What benefits do I have as an AIS Partner?
Your contribution deserves recognition – and rewards:
Lifetime access to all (future) premium features – for as long as your station is online
Earn exclusive status as a verified AIS Partner from the very beginning
Small financial compensation for running your station
How much does it cost?
In short: It costs you nothing except a little commitment.
We provide the hardware free of charge and ship the package at our expense. In exceptional cases, customs fees may apply. In this case, we would assist you with the processing.
Hardware Request
By submitting this form, you are requesting an AIS receiver station. Please understand that it may take a few days to receive a response to your request. We are a small team and must thoroughly review each application for an AIS station.
Data Sharing Request
By submitting this form, you are requesting permission to share AIS data with Ship Monitor. Please understand that it may take a few days for us to respond. The more thoroughly you fill out the form, the easier it will be for us to process your request.
General Request
By submitting this form, you can ask your question directly to the AIS Network Team at Ship Monitor. We will get back to you as soon as possible.