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Esri's Custom Chart Builder (CCB) has been adopted by the Shom (French Hydrographic and Oceanographic Office) for the automated production of paper nautical charts. Following extensive testing, Shom confirmed that CCB-generated charts meet the French Navy's safety standards, significantly reducing production time and costs.

In 2024, Shom evaluated several software solutions before selecting CCB for its capability to automate chart creation from Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs). The collaboration resulted in a scalable solution that maintains safety and compliance. Esri awarded Shom a Special Achievement in GIS Award at the 2025 Esri User Conference, and plans are in place to integrate Shom's custom configurations into future CCB releases, enhancing charting capabilities for other hydrographic offices.