Into the future- Technology and the navigator
Inside this issue
All @ Sea - What's next for The Navigator?
Writing down the weather - Huw Davies, Principal of Meteorology at Stratum Five Ltd., a British company supplying vessel monitoring and fleet tracking technology, examines how and why to accurately record weather conditions at sea
Mastering the weather - Captain Nikos Chalaris AFNI, an experienced Master, reveals some of the basic checks and practices that help him forecast heavy weather ahead and act accordingly to maintain a safe and efficient passage for ship, cargo and crew
WATCHOUT - Weather in the news - In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned
Who's navigating- Weathering the storm- Ailsa Nelson MNI faced more than her fair share of adverse weather during her time working on cruise ships and navigating supply vessels through the unpredictable waters of the North Sea. Here, she talks about battling the elements and offers advice for others in a similar position crewmates for granted
WAYPOINT - Tomorrow's Weather - Dr Andy Norris, an active Fellow of the Nautical Institute and the Royal Institute of Navigation, forecasts the future of sourcing weather data
Take 10- By taking in these ten top tips about observing and coping with weather at sea, we predict that your outlook will be fair
Who's Navigating? The learning starts here
Keith Pletschke AFNI on keeping teamwork going at sea and his own experience of SAR operations
The Navigator statementI’ve been asked to help in a search, what now?
Kamil Woźniakiewicz from Poland’s Maritime Search and Rescue Service explains the actions and expectations of an MRCC during an SAR operation.
The Navigator statementEvery ship is a Search and Rescue unit
Roland McKie from the International Maritime Rescue Federation outlines the maritime industry’s role in SAR and the importance of preparing your vessel and crew well in advance.
The Navigator statementWATCHOUT - Successful search and rescue recovers containership and crew
In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned from them
The Navigator statementWAYPOINT - Satellites and seamanship
George Shaw from the Royal Institute of Navigation looks at how good seamanship, backed up by excellent technology can change the entire situation when it comes to SAR operations.
The Navigator statementTake 10 #43: Preparing for an SAR operation and debriefing afterwards
Ten key aspects of preparing for an SAR operation and debriefing afterwards.
The Navigator statementSpotlight on search and rescue
When disaster strikes at sea, every minute counts. As a navigator, you may be the closest responder to the scene. Advanced technology, clear communications and excellent teamwork can make all the difference
The Navigator statementWATCHOUT - Remote control?
How remotely piloted aircraft are being used to help monitor compliance within restricted areas and reduce the risk of unwanted incidents
The Navigator statementA 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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