The Nautical Institute

Career Paths: Capt. David Patraiko, The Nautical Institute

Capt. David Patraiko, Director of Projects, The Nautical Institute goes back to the early stages of his career where he met his mentor , Capt Joe Mullaly , who taught him many valuable lessons both for his professional and personal life. Capt. Patraiko remembers one of the best advice he has heard; that is always to keep calm and try to have another look around in every stressful situation. Also, he suggests trying video conferencing, given that in international business is not always possible...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-career-paths-capt-david-patraiko-the-nautical-institute/

Navigational assessment focus for issue 20 of The Navigator

05.02.19 – The 20th issue of The Navigator focuses on the importance of a navigational assessment and why it is different from an audit. The milestone edition of the free publication from The Nautical Institute is published this month and available both in print and online.

Articles include a review of what happens during a navigational assessment by experienced assessor, Captain Mark Bull FNI, as well as a feature explaining why such assessments are so crucial from Captain Yves Vandenborn...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/02/05/navigational-assessment-focus-for-issue-20-of-the-navigator/

NI launches DPO qualification for the renewables sector

Captain John Lloyd.

7.1.19 – The Nautical Institute has expanded its world-leading certification scheme for Dynamic Positioning Operators (DPOs) to include a qualification for seafarers operating in the renewables sector. This qualification is a response to the increasing need for specialist operators to work on the jack-up barges needed to install wind turbines.

“The continued growth of activity in the renewable energy sector is an important contribution to managing global resources by...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/01/07/ni-launches-dpo-qualification-for-the-renewables-sector/

NI releases new edition of Handling Ships in First-Year Ice

Handling Ships in First-Year Ice

29.11.18 – The Nautical Institute has launched the second edition of its practical guide to shiphandling in ‘new ice’ conditions in the Baltic, North Atlantic and St Lawrence Seaway.

Handling ships in first-year ice demands specialist knowledge and skills. Ice remains a major obstacle for commercial traffic and has the potential to damage propellers, main engines, rudders and hull plating. It limits the speed and manoeuvrability of vessels, putting them at greater...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2018/11/29/ni-releases-new-edition-of-handling-ships-in-first-year-ice/

Ten tips for proper lookout and safe navigation

In its latest edition of ‘The Navigator’, The Nautical Institute explores the importance for ship navigators of always keeping a good lookout by all available means, while maintaining focus and alertness. The most critical piece of equipment on the ship bridge is seafarers’ own eyes. Unfortunately this is not always the case, and when a lookout is not maintained, bad things can happen.

#10 tips for safe navigation

  1. Look out!: One of the most important functions of a Navigator is to keep a...

https://safety4sea.com/ten-tips-for-proper-lookout-and-safe-navigation/

IMRF, Nautical Institute to collaborate on improving safety at sea

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) and the Nautical Institute signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), according to which they will work together on projects to improve safety at sea.

The MoU commits both organisations to exchange information and technical cooperation in areas of mutual interest, and to improve training standards and guidelines across the shipping industry.

In addition, according to the agreement, IMRF and the Nautical Institute will attempt to promote issues...

https://safety4sea.com/imrf-nautical-institute-to-collaborate-on-improving-safety-at-sea/

IMRF and The Nautical Institute sign MOU

Theresa Crossley CEO, IMRF and Capt. John Lloyd, CEO Nautical Institute

The IMRF (International Maritime Rescue Federation) and The Nautical Institute have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreeing to work together on projects that support both organisations’ shared objective to improve safety at sea.

The IMRF is the international charity that brings together the world’s maritime search and rescue organisations to share lifesaving ideas, technologies and experiences, to work to prevent...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2018/11/12/imrf-and-the-nautical-institute-sign-mou/

All set for inaugural online marine surveying international fest

Mike Schwarz

Presenters from the USA, Singapore, Australia, South Korea, mainland Europe  and the UK will be taking part in the inaugural Marine Surveying International Fest, a 24 hour non stop online marathon being hosted live from the head office of the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS),  on 6-7 November. The Fest is supported by The Nautical Institute and Constellation Marine Services

“One presentation on an aspect of surveying will be presented on the hour, every hour – 24 in...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2018/11/02/all-set-for-inaugural-online-marine-surveying-international-fest/

‘Look out’ for the latest issue of The Navigator magazine

08.10.18  – The crucial role of the ship’s lookout is the focus of the latest edition of The Navigator from The Nautical Institute, which is now available for download.

In the issue, Captain Rajiv Singh MNI takes a close look at the inner workings of the human eye, while Captain Trevor Bailey FNI provides valuable insight into the art of keeping watch on the bridge.

Emma Ward, Editor of The Navigator, explains: “Keeping watch is not always as straightforward as one might imagine. All kinds of...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2018/10/08/look-out-for-the-latest-issue-of-the-navigator-magazine/

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