The app, available on both Android and iOS devices, details the official and current FIH Rules of Hockey, providing officials, players and fans with an "easy-to-use and accessible resource".

Mobanode, who have created similar products for other sports including rugby and cricket, were commissioned to develop the app for the FIH.

The app will be constantly updated to reflect approved rule and regulation amendments and also includes quizzes to allow users to test their knowledge.

It has been launched with a view to replace printed rule books previously distributed from the FIH’s headquarters in Lausanne.

“This app was developed with two key questions in mind: how can we reach a much wider audience with what we know is an incredibly important development tool? And how can we produce such information in a more sustainable format?," said FIH chief executive Jason McCracken.

"With smartphone ownership increasing across the world, we believe this will be an extremely useful and engaging educational resource for everyone involved in our sport, particularly younger generations who are key to our future.

“This tool is yet another important component of our 10-year hockey Revolution strategy aimed at making hockey a global game that inspires the next generation.

"In particular, this app will be key to helping us achieve our aim of increasing professionalism across the sport by increasing awareness and understanding of the rules that govern it.”