.BSB File Extension

MapInfo Sea Chart

BSB is a file extension for MapInfo Sea Chart Format files defined by Pitney Bowes Software Inc. BSB files contain saved sea charts data produced by the MapInfo program. These navigation maps and char...

General Information

Title BSB File Extension
Extension .bsb
Full Form MapInfo Sea Chart
File Type Raster Image File
Developer Maptech
MIME Type application/x-bsb

File Function

Primary Function Store charts
Additional Functions Navigational aid
Features Geo-referenced, Multi-layer

File Characteristics

Quality High resolution
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable With software

Use Cases

Marine Navigation Yes
Chart Display Yes
Geospatial Analysis Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Varies by vendor

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .kap, .geo, .grib

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Global Mapper Paid Windows
GDAL Free Cross-platform
OpenCPN Free Windows, macOS, Linux