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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
WATCHOUT - Dragging anchor during strong winds leads to collision
In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned
The Navigator statementThe science of anchoring
Most mariners will have spent time at anchor, usually while waiting for orders, a berth or perhaps high water. To understand the perils and pitfalls of using an anchor, it is important to know exactly what an anchor is designed for and when it should be used.
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The Navigator statementWho's Navigating? Getting started: a deck cadet's first experience on board
Deck cadet Raveen Chandran vividly remembers his first experience on board ship. Here, he recalls the warm welcome and friendship he received, and how the learning process gave him the confidence to pass on his knowledge to others.
The Navigator statementTake 10 #38: Dropping anchor
Ten top tips for safer anchoring, better planning and honing your anchorage skills for the future
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What does a 'good' anchor watch look like?
Whether you’re in a quiet bay or outside a busy harbour, a vigilant anchor watch ensures that your vessel remains safely in place, no matter what the weather or surrounding conditions throw at you – but what does a good anchor watch actually look like in practice?
The Navigator statementWAYPOINT - Safer anchoring in a sea of navigational uncertainties
George Shaw from the Royal Institute of Navigation explores ways in which technology can enhance safety during anchoring and emphasises the importance of using ‘all available means’ to cross-check data and enhance situational awareness
The Navigator statementTake 10 #37: Visual navigation
Ten useful take-aways for tips for improving visual observation and perception skills at sea
The Navigator statementWAYPOINT - Lighting the way
George Shaw from the Royal Institute of Navigation asks whether the oldest methods of visual navigation still have a place alongside today’s evolving technology
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