Reliable, worldwide service

ArgoNet is a satellite-based tracking and location service for meeting VMS requirements while optimizing fleet management. Developed and operated by CLS, a subsidiary of the French Space Agency and worldwide operator of the Argos system, ArgoNet uses the Argos location and data collection system to provide reliable, high quality service.

Provided by a leader in data collection and location services

ArgoNet meets the mandatory requirements and performance standards of most VMS regulations worldwide and is endorsed by Fisheries Administrations around the world. ArgoNet offers near real-time message delivery simultaneously to several authorized recipients at no extra cost.

It is also the only product on the market today to offer one point of contact for everything: from equipment to airtime to customer services and training.

Simplify VMS compliance...

ArgoNet provides a ready-to-use package to fully comply with VMS regulations. It includes:

  1. VMS transmitter, a rugged, compact, light-weight, water-resistant package with an integrated Argos transceiver and GPS receiver
  2. Argos service package, including vessel position data delivery to several recipients at no extra cost, including duly authorized VMS Authorities and the vessel manager
  3. Web access or fleet management software to pinpoint your vessels

...while optimizing fleet management

Locate and track your fishing vessels anywhere and at anytime, directly from your desktop:

  1. Track vessel's fishing activity
  2. Ensure that good fishing practices are being respected
  3. Receive messages on shore such as:
    • Latest catch reports
    • Warning messages when a vessel enters or leaves a fishing zone


Why choose ArgoNet

When you choose ArgoNet, you choose both a product and a service:

100% compliant
ArgoNet allows you to easily comply with all VMS regulations. For every vessel, it provides position, speed and heading information at least once an hour (and usually more).

100% rugged
The Argos VMS transmitter was designed to stand up to tough, maritime conditions and has proven itself on all the world’s oceans.

100% automatic
Service is available immediately - as soon as the transmitter is plugged in, it starts sending information to the satellites.

100% confidential
Confidentiality of information, considered to be essential in the Fishing Industry, has always been a priority for CLS. From your vessel to your desktop, all data is transmitted securely. Only authorized individuals have access to your data.

100% safe
Our transmitters have an optional assistance button to enhance the crew's security.

100% cutting-edge
ArgoNet is designed to anticipate evolutions in national regulations.

100% autonomous
The transmitter is 100% autonomous. Once it is plugged into the vessel's power supply, no intervention from the crew is needed.

100% service guaranteed
ArgoNet is also the only product on the market today to offer reliable integrated service with only one point of contact for purchase, installation, activation, data processing and distribution, software, training, billing and customer support.

100% simple
ArgoNet helps you to simplify compliance – reduce paperwork with just one unique ID number for all VMS regulations, all EEZs.

100% set-cost
When you subscribe to ArgoNet, you pay a set fee. Our billing schedule is flexible, based on your needs (monthly, yearly...). No surcharges or unexpected bills.

100% reliable   
The Argos system was established as an international agreement between space agencies : French (Cnes), European (Eumetsat), and American (NOAA). Our service continuity is guaranteed by this international cooperation for at least the next 20 years.

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