VMS are the department's centralized database, tracking devices, and ArcGIS. Whether at the department, in the harbor office, or on a boat, an inspector can access the GIS to track a vessel and get information about its owner, type, and gear on board and a host of other information. VMS collects vessel information in real time, such as location, speed, direction, and even battery status. Developed on ArcGIS for Server using the ArcGIS API for JavaScript, the system integrates with vessel data stored in the Microsoft SQL Server database and publishes dynamic content. Denmark Denmark has a nationwide VMS based on Inmarsat-C transceivers owned and maintained by the authorities. The VMS software is . The system monitors 600 vessels. Ecuador Ecuador uses VMS for tuna, under the Association of Tuna Fishing Companies of Ecuador (ATUNEC). Estonia Estonia has a nationwide VMS based on Inmarsat-C hardware and software. The system monitors 50 vessels. The Estonian VMS system is operated by the Estonian Environmental Inspectorate. The VMS software is . Falkland Islands The Falkland Islands has a VMS program for all vessels licensed to fish in its waters. Faeroe Islands Faeroe Islands has a nationwide VMS based on Inmarsat-C hardware. The system monitors 150 vessels. The VMS software is . France Implementing its FMC at the CROSS sea rescue center at Etel, France uses the flag state principle described under Norway. The MAR-GE unit is a self-contained GPS and Argos device. France expects 2-hour reporting. Germany The German VMS is based on Inmarsat-C transceivers. The VMS software is . The system monitors 300 vessels. Greenland Greenland VMS is based on Argos/CLS and Inmarsat-C transceivers. The VMS software is . The system monitors 100 vessels. Iceland Iceland uses VMS for both safety and fisheries compliance, monitoring with Inmarsat-C, AIS, and various iridium based systems. Approximately 1600 vessels of all sizes are monitored. The Vessel Monitoring System is provided by Trackwell. India India is introducing VMS for its EEZ, along with a system of permits to control capacity. Indonesia Indonesia's VMS system is the largest, or among the largest, in the world. 5500 fishing vessels active each month, with six ashore FMCs. A distinctive feature of the Indonesian system is that an initial 15 patrol boats can directly receive VMS information. Ireland The Irish VMS system is operated by the Irish Naval Service's Fisheries Monitoring Centre, based out of Naval Base Haulbowline in County