Position fixing in Coastal Navigation

Position fixing in Coastal Navigation Position fixing in coastal navigation is the process of determining a vessel’s exact location on a navigational chart or map with a high degree of accuracy. This is crucial for safe and effective navigation near coastlines...

Answers to Marine Radio Licence Exam Questions #2

Here are the Marine Radio Licence Answers to Exam Questions video #2 For more Marine Radio Licence information please visit our website at True North Marine For quick and secure Marine Radio Licence enrolments please use this link: Marine Radio Enrolments Like to...

MF-HF marine radio communications

Marine radios operating in the MF (Medium Frequency) and HF (High Frequency) bands are integral to long-range maritime communication. They are used for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore communication over much greater distances than VHF radios. Here’s an...

VHF Automatic Identification System (AIS)

An AIS system (Automatic Identification System) is a tracking and communication system used primarily in the maritime industry to enhance the safety and efficiency of vessel traffic. Here’s a brief explanation and overview of how it works:1. Transponders: Ships,...

How to use VHF marine radio channel 16

How to use VHF marine radio channel 16 VHF Channel 16 is internationally recognised as the distress, safety, and calling frequency for maritime communication. VHF Channel 16 serves as a critical communication channel for boaters and mariners, and its primary uses...