Incidents occurring within the cruise ship industry should give us pause over their safety and operational standards, begging the question: Is it time to require the use of United States flagged cruise ships in Alaska? Marine causalities take place every year with cruise ships, but the incidents with the Carnival Triumph, Carnival Splendor and Costa […]
Handy Booklet Navigational Charts Availa...
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has developed and released a navigational tool aimed at the recreational boater. Known as BookletCharts, these nautical charts available for download and printing at home. Thousands of area charts from across the United States are available and Alaskan charts are well represented in the initiative. BookletCharts come as […]
IMO Updates its Guidance for Cold Water ...
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee approved revisions of its cold water survival guide during November 2012. These standards were revised due to advancements made in our understanding of coldwater physiology and medical treatment. While the guidance is aimed at mariners, anyone working or playing on northern waters will benefit from its advice. […]