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So what are the MCA saying? Big ships have been able to dispense with paper charts if they install a dual ECDIS system running approved ENCs (Electronic Navigation Charts) with kit meeting numerous installation and performance standards. Whilst there has … Continued

  With everything heading onto websites, forums, FB groups and the likes it’s easy to overlook the real quality that’s still available through the printed media. Within the UK boating arena there are only two boating magazines and only one … Continued

  One of the key developments over the last 12 months is that we have re-centred our training around the use of electronics – just as you will when you navigate any boats or PWs nowadays. We love paper charts … Continued

  You bought the boat, you bought the safety gear, you booked a Powerboat Level 2 course but berthing’s still a challenge – what can you do to make it all a bit easier and more relaxing?   The great … Continued

  There’s no doubt that for making passages the primary tool in a boaters toolbox is the chartplotter. They are generally simple to use, contain a range of great features and with some of the more advanced systems allow you … Continued

  You’ve had a long enjoyable day afloat and all that awaits is getting back alongside the pontoon/your berth in the marina – how difficult can it be? As we all know, too often the ‘coming alongside’ can be the … Continued

  What we have seen teaching vessel lights over many years is that those learning the vessel lights tend to try to learn the lights off by heart rather than trying to make life easier – and more accurate – … Continued

  The Yachtmaster Theory Course is an in-depth course for experienced skippers.The course looks in detail at all aspects of coastal navigation and ensures that you have the necessary navigation skills to be able to undertake complex passages and entries … Continued

Is one of the questions most commonly asked by organisations booking courses for their staff and by those on their first day of the preparation course run ahead of the Yachtmaster or Advanced Powerboat exam. Predictably there is never a … Continued