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Inside this issue

All @ Sea - What's next for The Navigator?

Shiphandling Explained: Let the ship do the work - Captain Nigel Allen FNI is a Master, Pilot and instructor with years of shiphandling experience around the world. He shares a few thoughts on the basic principles behind what is a deceptively complex art to master

Ship Competence: Learning to get it right- Captain George Sangil, a Master Mariner from the Philippine Center for Advanced Maritime Simulation And Training, Inc. explains how the right experience, mentoring and training are crucial to success in shiphandling.

WATCHOUT - Thrown off the course by strong winds and poor planning - In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned

Who's navigating? - Shiphandling in action - Chief Officer Chris Lamperts describes his career path so far and gives his thoughts on the skills needed for safe and effective shiphandling

WAYPOINT - Take control of the ship - Dr Andy Norris, an active Fellow of The Nautical Institute and the Royal Institute of Navigation, discusses the importance of continual checks and control when handling a ship

Take 10- Exploring the key skills and knowledge needed to become an effective shiphandler

 

29 May 2026

Who's Navigating? STEER-ing the ship, charting the course

Ann Pletschke discusses her sea-based career and work ashore, researching the impact of technology on seafarers

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29 May 2026

NavBrief - The Navigator issue 42

Today’s seas are becoming more complex to navigate, not least due to increasing numbers of restricted areas. Knowing where they are and what to do about them could make all the difference for a safe and smooth journey

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29 May 2026

Rites of passage: Restricted areas and the planning process

Commodore Nick Nash FNI looks at how seafarers navigate restricted areas, moving between many overlapping areas across a single passage

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29 May 2026

WAYPOINT - The digital data revolution

George Shaw AFNI from the Royal Institute of Navigation explains how digital maritime services are evolving to address higher demands on mariners’ situational awareness

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29 May 2026

Take 10 #42: Understand, identify and navigate restricted areas at sea

Ten tips to help you understand, identify and navigate restricted areas

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29 May 2026

A navigator’s guide to charting, classifying and understanding restricted areas

The UK Hydrographic Office explains how restricted areas are classified and charted on paper charts and ENCs. For navigators, restricted areas are not there just for regulatory purposes – they are important features that demand recognition and understanding at every stage of the passage.

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29 May 2026

WATCHOUT - Remote control?

How remotely piloted aircraft are being used to help monitor compliance within restricted areas and reduce the risk of unwanted incidents

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27 Jan 2026

NavBrief - The Navigator issue 41

A professional navigator must be able to carry out their duties safely. That means not being fatigued or overworked. Don’t risk dropping off – the safety of the ship depends on it!

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27 Jan 2026

Watchout: Slipping into sleep; drifting into danger

How one Master’s fatigue led directly to the grounding of a passenger vessel

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