2021 Edition

The Nautical Almanac contains astronomical information to support bridge crews in routine and emergency celestial navigation, as well as the calculation of daylight hours and mandatory gyro checks. It is carried on every ship within the Royal Navy and is at the core of celestial navigational training courses worldwide.

This publication has been revised to incorporate the latest guidance and practical advice for ships transiting the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait. It offers additional clarity on subjects such as maximum draught and UKC requirements and Australian MARPOL areas. This is a reliable resource for any crew navigating the region.

It is a guide to the theory and practices behind dynamic position (DP).

This publication is a guide to ship handling in shallow waters and the differences that may be experienced when compared with deep water conditions. It contains theoretical and practical information for ships navigating in open water and in confined channels.

Pilots and Pilotage in Britain and Northern Europe

The fully updated 2021 edition of Passage Planning Guidelines incorporates three separate publications presented in a slip case. It covers the latest procedures, guidance and best practice required for good navigational practice.

“In this slim book there is so much valuable technical information about why and how weather systems develop and play out… most of us would find it to be an invaluable on-board companion.” Royal Cruising Club

and other navigational graphical problems

Parallel Index Techniques in Restricted Waters - including radar errors and limitations, use of ARPA and chart overlays, 2nd Edition

Gives a thorough introduction and description of most aspects related to the operation of ships in polar and ice-covered waters.

NP136(2), 2nd Edition, 2021