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Ice Navigation and Seamanship Handbook

11 August 2019

This 360-page publication will allow seafarers to acquire the necessary knowledge, that when combined with practical experience, will enable safe navigation in ice.

IMO moves closer to standardisation and safer navigation

30 January 2019

A sub-committee under the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have forwarded three documents for adoption in June, moving one step closer to the adoption of a standardised system for electronic navigation.

Basic guidance in understanding ice navigation

21 December 2022

To have a basic understanding of ice navigation, this section provides useful references for members to have an overview of the various types of ice-information services available in the world as well as some guidance on the types of ice formation and conditions for ships operating in ice-covered waters.

Making life easier for the bridge team

23 February 2018

At the 5th session of IMO Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR) – good progress was made to improve the safety of navigation; and to reduce the workload and stress level of the bridge team

Electronic navigation needs standardisation to stay safe

09 May 2019

The introduction of the electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to replace paper charts is one of the biggest safety improvements in navigation for years. But lack of a standardised system is overwhelming crew, adding complexity and causing what it was meant to avoid – grounding.

Winter aids to navigation

07 January 2020

Winter spar buoys and navigational appliances required for ship navigating north of 60° North latitude in Canadian waters.