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Support Services for UK Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) Device - 2026

Awarded to AST Marine Sciences Limited

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS(buyer)

Published
Published 12 June 2026

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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has awarded a contract to AST Marine Sciences Limited for ongoing support services for the UK Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) device, which collects and forwards position information from UK commercial fishing vessels over 12 metres to EU and third-country authorities. The contract, valued at £78,473.78, covers support for the VMS terminal, firmware, and proprietary network applications operated by AST Marine Sciences Limited.

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Country
United Kingdom
Status
Contract signed
Procedure
Direct
Published
12 June 2026

Award outcome

Awarded value
£78,474
Award date
18 May 2026
Winner
  • AST Marine Sciences Limited

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  1. Contract

    12 June 2026

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