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Seas The Day

Pacifc World Record Row Attempt

As one of our employees is taking on a World Record attempt to row across the Pacific Ocean unaided and unsupported, we are proud to be supporting her and her team mate. You can track their progress via this link to their website and monitor their daily positions.

Pacific Row - They're off...! (well they will be on Tuesday)

Our former work colleague Jess and her teammate Miriam will finally be leaving Peru on Tuesday (8th) to attempt the record breaking unsupported row across the Pacific Ocean. You can track their progress via their website or by downloading the YB Races app and selecting 'Seas the Day Ocean Rowing 2025'. To any vessels near their route, please keep an eye out for them not just for COLREGS purposes, but to pass by and cheer them on.

COSWP 2025 Edition

The MCA have announced the release of the Code Of Safe Working Practices 2025 Edition. This is a new physical publication required to replace last years edition and it will be superseded next year by the next edition. Copies are available on a limited supply and will be added to client orders.

7 April 2025

ITU List V - 2025 Edition

The 2025 edition of the ITU List V - List of Ship Stations & Maritime Mobile Service Identity Assignments has now been released. This publication, required by most Flag States for carriage, is available in USB or e-book format so please contact us if you'd like to place an order.

Going near Nice in June?

You may or may not be aware the United Nations Ocean Conference is taking place in Nice, France between 9 - 13 June. We have been informed that not only will there be travel restrictions in place as 193 countries send thousands of delegates, but security restrictions on navigation will be in place between Villeneuve-Loubet and St Jean Cap Ferrat leading up to and after the event. With possible climate activists in the area, yachts who don't wish to draw attention to themselves may like to consider an alternative location to cruise.

Garmin Product Update

Garmin have published an update to their marine software and products which you may find of interest. Further details can be downloaded from this link.

CS Guide to Helicopter / Ship Operations (6th Edn) - Replacement page

For those vessels carrying the new edition of this publication, we have been informed that one page was incorrectly printed. A replacement can be emailed to you. Vessels using the e-book format won't be affected as the page has automatically been updated.

Onboard crew fire training - A busy season ahead

The DG Maritime fire trainers are getting busy for a bumper Spring. With the highest number of applications for their time onboard to train new builds, post refit and operational yachts, our team of skilled professionals will be out regularly to provide our Nautical Institute accredited training meeting Continual Professional Development. If you'd like to join the growing number of vessels taking advantage of this service, get in touch soon.

7 March 2025

Have you heard, official ENCs are changing?

For those of you operating with ECDIS as the primary means of navigation or who utilise official Electronic Navigational Charts and are familiar with the S57 format, the new S100 series of charts and layers are due in 2026. Watch this space as further information will be released over the coming months.

Timezero - Changing computer

We thought we'd issue some guidance and advice to those who use the Timezero software and charts as we're seeing a spate of users changing PCs and there are key points to remember:

Tracks, marks, POIs and other user data is not backed up automatically. Users must make backups if they want to save this data.
If ONLY TimeZero license has been removed from the old PC then all the other files should be there. However, to extract it, the license must be installed on the old PC again then do a backup collection to save the data. (TZ version must be the same on both PCs.)
If TZ has ben uninstalled completely then the data is lost and it cannot be recovered as the uninstall process deletes everything related to TZ.

If you've lost or damaged the original PC on which the software is running but you do have your TZ code, let us know as the server can be reset. If you've lost the TZ code, you'll need to purchase a new licence.

Pacific Row - The countdown continues...

As we've mentioned over the past few months, one of our team will be embarking on a world record attempt to row the Pacific Ocean unassisted and unaided. Jess and her teammate Miriam have now left the UK and flown to Peru for their last month of preparation. We'll keep you posted on their progress. Further information can be found and charitable donations made at this link.

Happy New Year

We’d like to wish you all a Happy New Year and we hope you all had a lovely festive period wherever you may have been. In December, we wrapped up the year with a trip to Antigua for the Charter Yacht Show, where we had the pleasure of meeting with some of our clients to deliver publications and to discuss navigational requirements.

CHIRP Maritime Feedback

The CHIRP Maritime Feedback edition 77 and latest Superyacht update are now out. In these issues, they’ve highlighted the importance of empowering crew members to halt operations if they identify unsafe conditions or hazardous procedures. Additionally, the SY update touches on workplace harassment, inadequate equipment maintenance and safety lapses as well as the importance of enhancing communication, training and policies to foster a safer and more inclusive environment. Download them here and here.

10 January 2025

UKHO Price Increase

In last month’s newsletter, we mentioned that there would be a price increase for all UKHO products, including AVCS charts, ADMIRALTY Digital Publications and all other products and licences. This came into effect on the 2nd of January. Full details and new prices can be downloaded from link 1 and link 2.

The Ship Captain's Medical Guide

The 24th edition of the Ship Captain’s Medical Guide will be released in the coming weeks and we’ll update you once we have a confirmed release date. This guide serves as the Flag State medical reference book for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, so you’ll likely recognise its contents.

Manual for use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services

Many of you have already purchased this new publication, with the most popular version being the eBook format. Please do get in contact with us if you haven't ordered yours yet. A reminder that the Maritime Manual is required to be carried by vessels and is available in USB and eBook formats.

Our Account Manager Takes on the Pacific!

As many of you already know, one of our Account Managers will be setting off to row 8,000 nautical miles across the Pacific Ocean this year, in an attempt to become the first team to do so, nonstop and unsupported. Jess and her team 'Seas the Day' will be heading out to Lima, Peru at the end of February, where final preparation will take place, before they set off around the beginning of April. Their world record attempt to Brisbane, Australia could take them up to six months. If you'd like to follow their expedition, you can sign up to their newsletter here.

UKHO Price Increase

The UKHO has announced a price increase for all products, including AVCS charts, ADMIRALTY Digital Publications and all other products and licences which will come into effect on the 2nd of January 2025. To view the full pricing details, including the revised rates for all UKHO products, please follow the link provided here.

10 December 2024

Withdrawal of ADP V19

Support for ADP V19 has now been withdrawn by the UKHO as of 1st December 2024. After this date, only ADP V23 and ADP V24 will be supported. We strongly encourage users of ADP V19 to upgrade to a supported version. For guidance on upgrading, feel free to contact us at Da Gama Maritime, or please find the ADP user guide here.

New MLC Regulation

From the 23rd December 2024, amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006) will require yachts to provide appropriately sized personal protective equipment (PPE) for all crew members, addressing safety concerns for individuals, particularly women and those with smaller frames. Ill-fitting PPE, such as oversized gloves or helmets, can impede movement and create additional hazards, especially in confined spaces or near machinery. Yacht owners and managers are encouraged to review their PPE inventories to ensure compliance with this new regulation.

Manual for use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services

We are pleased to announce the release of the 2024 edition of the Maritime Manual, now available in paper, DVD and e-book formats. This updated edition incorporates key updates from the 2023 World Radiocommunication Conference. Volume 1 covers GMDSS operations and procedures, while Volume 2 includes relevant ITU regulations. This new edition ensures full alignment with the latest technical and regulatory standards.

07 November 2024

Essential Accredited Fire Training

We’re at the time of year where crews are preparing for their winter season of activity while others are getting stuck into winter yard periods and perhaps have a little more time to spare for learning. Now is therefore the perfect time to book a Fire Training Course for next Spring with our experienced team. Our trainers would come onboard for a two or three day accredited Continuous Professional Development course, working with your crew to improve procedures and enhance safety. For more information, please email training@dgmaritime.com.

Lithium Storage Solutions

This article highlights a recent safety bulletin issued by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) addressing the incorrect accreditations claimed by some lithium battery storage companies. With the growing use of lithium-ion batteries in the maritime industry, ensuring correct storage practice is critical to prevent fires and other potential hazards onboard.

NaviGate Software

Our powerful software is designed to manage and present critical navigational data for safe and compliant operations. It serves as a complementary planning station, featuring a 6-day weather forecast module and supports all AENP and ADP components. NaviGate offers a Pay As You Sail or Pre-Licence solution and route optimisation that simplifies passage planning. Contact us for further details or a demonstration.

Upcoming trip to Antigua

In our previous newsletter, we mentioned that our Managing Director, Steve, and Account Manager, Tom, will be attending the Antigua Charter Yacht Show from 3rd to 9th December. This is a reminder to schedule an appointment via your Account Manager if you plan to be at the show. We would love the opportunity to meet with you in person, discuss your needs and offer any assistance or support you may require. For those we don’t support, this could be the ideal opportunity to chat to us and find out about our professional standards.

SOLAS e-Book

The 2024 edition of the SOLAS - Consolidated Edition is now available as an e-Book, however the date for the hard copy publication remains to be confirmed. This publication updates maritime safety regulations and includes amendments and unified interpretations. You can pre-order the e-Book through your outfit management system (OMS) if you are a client or if not, through our website catalogue.