Industry News
A spotlight on NaviGate - Weather
Our chart correction and passage planning software, NaviGate, includes a six day weather forecast in high quality data delivered by EPSON. You will receive the following parameters:
- Wind (speed and direction)
- Total Waves (speed, direction and period)
- Swell (speed, direction and period)
- Pressure
- Sea Temperature
- Current (speed and direction)
- 500hPa Geopotential height
- Sea Ice
- Visibility
NaviGate also provides operational official bulletins for each MetArea region, with the most relevant forecast information, useful for navigators and Officers in daily operations.
ITU Digital Publications
The update includes improved functionality and new features With ITU now having all their flag mandated publications available as digital versions we have noticed some vessels have made the purchase but have not activated it.
At the time of purchase, you will have received an activation email. If you no longer have this email please reach out to us, or for signed clients, your Account Manager who will be able to reissue this for you.
Did you know...? You can register these publications to two different work stations? If you would like to amend the work station you use, please also reach out to us for assistance.
11 May 2026
Garmin - Marine Deals
As an authorised GARMIN distributor, we are pleased to offer competitive pricing across a range of navigation, connectivity and entertainment solutions.
Special promotional offers are available until the end of May.
Contact the team to discuss the right setup for your vessel.
Onboard Training
Da Gama Maritime training is recognised by the Nautical Institute for meeting Continual Professional Development (CPD) certification, consider the positives it brings to your vessel or fleet.
Training a crew onboard with your equipment, using your procedures is so much more beneficial. Not only does it give the opportunity to have experts in their field review your procedures, it provides an independent assessment of these procedures to teach latest industry and equipment manufacturer guidance.
Prevention is so much more cost effective than post incident. Crew feedback from our courses demonstrates the positive outcome it brings.
TimeZero
Take a deep diver into the features of the TimeZero software and TZ Maps
Latest information from Garmin on the Q2 2026 marine software update.
The update includes improved functionality and new features across compatible systems.
Updates can be completed free of charge via the ActiveCaptain® app or Garmin Express™, with a preloaded card also available to purchase if preferred please contact us.
New features include:
• Rudder feedback UI improvements
• New camera and video category
• AIS and MARPA target association
• ActiveCaptain® chart improvements
8 April 2026
UKHO ADMIRALTY Licencing
We often receive questions from vessels in respect to the licencing periods of some of the UKHO electronic products.
As such, to help simplify things, we’ve put together a short guidance which we hope you’ll find beneficial.
Please Click Here for Guidance on ADP
Please Click Here for Guidance on AENP
Please Click Here for Guidance on PAYS
New Publications Available Now.
ITU List V Ship Stations and Maritime Mobile Service Identity Assignments 2026
We have these mandated new editions available in digital format or as a USB.
Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) - 2026
Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP) - 2026 Edition
We have these mandated new editions available both in digital format and physical copies.
Contact us today to purchase your copies now.
Regs4Yachts Publications Updates
With the update of COLREG and COSWP your Reg4Yachts publications will be updating shortly to include the new editions.
CHIRP Superyacht Feedback February 2026
Please click here to download the latest edition of CHIRP Superyacht Feedback, Issue 11.
BA Board Rescue Stickers
Our new BA Board rescue stickers have arrived in stock. These helpful prompts attach to the reverse of your BA board and will assist the On Scene Commander in their brief to the BA team.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase.
10 March 2026
Have you seen the new ADSD software?
The new way to visualise ADMIRALTY Sailing Directions is now being rolled out after a very successful Beta trial last year. Geographically based, it now aligns more with the other ADPs to present the data in a more conducive manner. Better still, the service is included free of charge to AENP users as it just piggy backs off your AENP licences.
Click here for more information about the software and click here to check out a YouTube video of the software in use.
Please contact us if you would like to utilise this new software.
New Publication Coming Soon.
Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP) - 2026 Edition
We are expecting this mandated new addition to arrive in our office in late March 2026. Contact us today to reserve your copies now and they will be shipped out to you as soon as they are released.
Laminated Fire Safety Plans
Did you know we can print and laminate fire safety plans and General Arrangements for your vessel?
Please contact us for more information.
Termination of Translink connectivity
For any vessels operating with their Wartsila (Transas) ECDIS connected to the ashore Transas server for the download of charts and updates, we have received notification that from 20 March 2026, the older Translink hardware will NO LONGER be able to receive the charts and updates.
As we believe Transas do not always record which vessels have this equipment, we strongly advise you to locate the Translink (image above) and find the serial number. If it starts 1097xxxx you should contact us ASAP to discuss options. If it starts 1197xxxxx you are on the newer CSR460 and not affected..
The Cayman Islands Shipping Registry (CISR) Flag State Annual Summary Report 2025
The Annual Summary Report 2025 confirms strong performance across the CISR superyacht fleet.
Port State Control results for yachts remain very positive, with no detentions recorded for commercial yachts over the last three years. However, the most common yacht related deficiencies in 2025 were linked to certification, lifesaving appliances, fire safety and navigation. Considering these are areas which our company specialises in improving the standard on board, please reach out to us if you have any questions or just want confirmation of what procedures you are following. We are here to help and prevent vessels from becoming a negative statistic.
Click here to download the Cayman Islands Annual Summary Report.
9 February 2026
Free ECDIS S-100 Training Module
The timeline on the new S-100 series of charts is slipping. ECDIS manufacturers are not yet ready with the new hardware for installation and trials of the new charts remain ongoing.
Stay ahead of ECDIS changes with this free module on S-100 implementation. Learn how the new S-100 data framework enhances ECDIS with dynamic navigation, weather and bathymetry information.
Access this module via Witherby Connect: Click here.
No account? Contact us at this link for a free trial login.
New Publication Available Now
The ICS Deck Procedures Guide completes a core suite of publications supporting safe and efficient ship operations. Aligned with the ICS Bridge Procedures Guide and ICS Engine Room Procedures Guide, it promotes consistent procedures and clear communication across onboard departments. The guide provides practical procedures and checklists for essential deck operations, supporting compliance with the IMSBC Code and IMDG Code. It is recommended for carriage on board every ship and is available in physical or digital format, please click here for further information.
Onboard Training
2025 saw our busiest year for onboard crew fire training. As this is recognised by the Nautical Institute for meeting Continual Professional Development (CPD) certification, consider the positives it brings to your vessel or fleet.
Training a crew onboard with your equipment, using your procedures is so much more beneficial. Not only does it give the opportunity to have experts in their field review your procedures, it provides an independent assessment of these procedures to teach latest industry and equipment manufacturer guidance.
Prevention is so much more cost effective than post incident. Crew feedback from our courses demonstrates the positive outcome it brings.
GARMIN
Garmin have announced the latest marine software update. This includes chart data as well as enhancements to software for radar brightness, sailing features and expanded transducer support.
ADMIRALTY Digital Sailing Directions
If you are already part of the Beta trial, please update your software using the link below to ensure you are running the most recent version.
If you are not yet involved but would like to take part, there is still time to join. Simply click the link below to log in and download the ADSD 0.7 Beta software.
The Beta trial will remain open until 31 March 2026.
Please click here to access the update
9 January 2026
Next‑Gen Navigation: S‑101 ENCs Are Coming
S‑101 will be the new standard for Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs), built on the IHO’s S‑100 framework. It will replace the older S‑57 ENCs, delivering richer data, smarter navigation and greater precision for the maritime industry.
Key Benefits:
- Enhanced Accuracy: Navigate with confidence using the most up-to-date chart data
- Modernised Features: Cleaner, smarter charts with improved text placement and buoy display
- Future Ready: S‑101 ENCs are designed for integration with next-generation navigation systems
Removal of Schedule A PDFs
Further to the announcement from UKHO, they will no longer provide Schedule A PDFs for any vessels operating PAYS.
BA Boards
During recent visits to conduct onboard crew fire training, while witnessing drills, we have observed crew leaving tallies on the BA sets when the BA team are on air. As a reminder, tallies MUST be transferred to the BA board when the team are on air. Once they emerge and come off-air, the tally must be clipped back on the BA set. The BA board is a legal document and must be completed correctly.
Contact us for clarification if required.
Onboard Training
Onboard training brings real world learning to your vessel, using your crew and your equipment in your environment. Hands-on training makes all the difference when it comes to safety and performance at sea.
Our diary is already filling for the Spring with vessels requesting our trainers to review and enhance the crew capabilities with respect to firefighting and navigation. Training is tailored specific to each vessel and with constant positive feedback demonstrates the changes it makes to the safety of everyone onboard. Contact us to discuss what we can do for you.
