1,310 pages Comprehensively updated, this is the definitive guide for exams, onboard practice and a lasting reference throughout a career at sea. ’21st Century Seamanship’ blends centuries of proven seafaring tradition with today’s realities, from ship handling and stability to regulations, emergency response and evolving environmental standards. Expanded for the modern era, this second edition captures the latest regulatory, technical and safety developments while remaining rooted in timeless seamanship. A career at sea or in any marine-related field demands a vast and evolving body of knowledge. Seafaring remains one of the most encyclopaedic professions, requiring not only practical skills such as navigation, ship handling and cargo operations but also a firm grasp of regulations, environmental responsibilities and safe methods of work. Ten years in the making, this second edition of ’21st Century Seamanship’ has been comprehensively revised and expanded by Witherbys’ Technical Team to reflect the regulatory, environmental and technological changes that continue to shape the maritime industry. Traditional subjects such as wires, cranes and ropework remain at its core but new emphasis is placed on pollution prevention, energy efficiency and the regulatory frameworks of the last decade including the latest IMO Conventions and Codes. Exceptionally broad in scope, this 1,300 page manual covers ship types, handling, equipment, emergency response, onboard procedures, inspections and safety management. It is designed as both a study resource and a lifetime reference, offering seafarers at every level the awareness and understanding essential to safe, efficient and responsible ship operation. It continues the tradition of supporting mariners with practical knowledge adapted for today’s realities and tomorrow’s challenges.
