Entertainingly Written by Captain Michael Lloyd, and drawing on his own extensive experiences from 50 years at sea (retiring in 2007), this book will amuse, provoke and inform on the subject of commanding a ship.

All mariners need a comprehensive knowledge of the buoyage rules and should be able instantly to identify a mark at first sight.

All mariners need a comprehensive knowledge of the buoyage rules and should be able instantly to identify a mark at first sight.

This book is an informative guide to the hazards associated with entering enclosed or confined spaces on board and is an essential resource for anyone involved in this activity.

Mooring is one of the most complex and dangerous operations for ship and terminal crew. If something goes wrong, the consequences can be severe.

Probably the most complete treatise on anchoring, mooring, and associated equipment that exists for the small craft user. Covers anything from 12 feet to 80 feet, power or sail. The performances of different anchor types are analysed, and solutions to different situations are described. An excellent book to study before equipping your boat for serious cruising. HB. 340pp.

These Flip Cards, printed in colour, are designed to help learn the signs, symbols and lights displayed, which form a major part of CEVNI regulations.

This publication, which supersedes the 1st edition of Anchoring Systems and Procedures for Large Tankers, Published: in 1982, has been prepared by OCIMF.

This publication details new innovations in anchors and anchoring practice.

A practical guide to the operation of modern anchor handling tugs engaged in anchor handling and towing operations