Shiphandling For the Mariner

Now in its 5th edition, Ship handling for the Mariner is the classic and definitive text on the art of practical ship handling skills for large, modern commercial vessels.

Written by a father and son team of pilots, along with contributions from other expert pilots and shipmasters, this compendium follows a nontechnical format that stresses maneuvers used routinely in the field.

The text covers essential maneuvers used in docking, undocking, and ship handling, plus uncommon maneuvers such as docking at single-point and multiple-buoy moorings, use of anchors in ship handling, offshore lightering, and transiting of locks and canals.

Bridge practices in pilot waters and training techniques, including simulator training are also discussed.

Updated for the 5th edition: squat and underkeel clearance, current practices for bridge resource management, and the use of laptop navigation systems and ECDIS in pilotage waters. 
Ship handling for the Mariner is ideal for those with a foundation of practical knowledge looking to advance and master ship handling skills that are essential to the marine profession.

Author: Daniel E. MacElrevey

Hardback: 408 pages

SKU: P7818