MYMDDC Malaysia Marine Department Data Depository Centre (Marine Department Malaysia)

Overview

MYMDDC (Malaysia Marine Department Data Depository Centre) is an online data storage and management platform operated by the Marine Department of Malaysia (Jabatan Laut Malaysia, JLM), under the Ministry of Transport Malaysia. It serves as a centralized digital repository for marine data used in Marine Risk Assessment (MRA) studies conducted within Malaysian waters.

Background and Purpose

The platform was developed as a Proof of Concept initiative to address the growing need for a standardized, accessible repository of marine data in Malaysia. As Malaysian waters have undergone rapid maritime development—including port expansion, oil and gas exploration, and renewable energy projects—the volume and value of marine research data has grown substantially. MYMDDC consolidates hydrographic, meteorological, AIS (Automatic Identification System), and related marine datasets into a single digital platform.

Collections and Holdings

MYMDDC hosts marine data and key documents relevant to Marine Risk Assessments approved by the JLM MRA Evaluation Committee. Data categories include:

• Hydrographic information and bathymetric data
• Meteorological datasets
• Automatic Identification System (AIS) vessel data
• Other marine data supporting shipping safety and port management

Access and Usage

MYMDDC is accessible online and functions as a resource for industry stakeholders, researchers, and government bodies conducting MRA studies in Malaysia. The platform supports compliance with requirements under Section 491B(3) of the Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1952, which mandates MRAs for activities posing risks to maritime safety.