De “Bepalingen ter voorkoming van Aanvaringen op Zee”, kort gezegd, de “Verkeersregels op zee” dienen door elke gebruiker van de zee te worden toegepast.

De regels zelf en zeker de interpretatie ervan moeten voor iedereen eensluidend zijn, ongeacht iemands opleiding en ongeacht of men zich bevindt op een surfplank of een supertanker.

Door het gebruik in dit boek van vele foto’s en computerplaatjes wordt de betekenis van de navigatielichten op de verschillende typen schepen al heel s...

Ships’ Electrical Systems deals with all types of electrical installations on ships, from the basic design of the system to power generation, distribution to consumers, automation, remote control, nautical equipment and communication systems. Relevant work in the engine room and the bridge and the influence of the system are discussed.

The book is intended for use by those with a good knowledge of electrical systems on land or with a limited knowledge of electrical systems on ships. Onshore...

Everyone might have an idea about what constitutes a stable personality, but actually defining it is difficult. The same applies to the concept of a stable ship. Nevertheless, the term ‘stability’ is still applied to all types of vessels in many regulations.

Stability affects the safety of the ship and its crew, as well as the environment. Therefore, it is essential that each crew member understands the meaning of stability, irrespective of their position or which type of ship they are wo...