You are not going bananas!
Why are bananas supposed to be bad luck on boats? If you’ve ever set sail or chatted with seasoned sailors, you might have stumbled upon…
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Worst-case Scenario?
Are charted depths based on the worst-case scenario? Traditional and electronic navigation charts (ENCs) provide us with an understanding of depth, particularly near the coastline.…
The History of the IALA Buoyage System
Introduction Navigational aids have been crucial for maritime safety for centuries, but you may be surprised to learn that the standardisation of the buoyage system…
Feeling under the weather?
“Under the weather” is commonly used to describe feeling ill or unwell. Its origin can be traced back to maritime language and practices. Here are the key…
It’s just not cricket!
The Bramble Bank Cricket Match: A Delightfully Oddball Tradition Every year, as the tides align just right, a peculiar and whimsical event occurs in the…