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Solent Marine Consultants is the world’s leading provider of Cargo Survey and Inspections services to buyers and sellers involved in the movement of goods worldwide.

Cargo Survey and Inspections in Pakistan, inspections of ships, barges, trains, etc. ensure that the condition of the carrier is suitable for the shipment of your cargo.  We identify any problems that might affect the cargo during shipment and ensure they are addressed before it is too late.  Our inspectors also represent you during loading and unloading. They also conduct inspections of various vessel conditions and do visual inspections to verify that the cargo being shipped is that described on the order form.

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Why Choose Solent Marine Consulting?

Solent Marine Consultant is committed to the alignment of optimal standards for Safety and Excellence in the Maritime Industry

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Enough with the radio checks already! Over!

As another day’s sailing begins with radio checks on Ch16, Andy Du Port says enough is enough

Many thanks to YM reader Richard Hales for this timely reminder that radio checking on Ch16 risks blocking emergency transmissions. Use other options

Enough with the radio checks already! Over!

Andy Du Port is a former RYA Cruising Instructor and Reeds Almanac editor. He sails with wife Kate on their Hallberg-Rassy 34

If you sail in any of the popular cruising areas you will be aware of the almost constant stream of radio checks with the local Coastguard. Not only is this annoying for those of us who are out on the water seeking a bit of peace and quiet, it is also an abuse of VHF Ch16, which is designated for ‘distress, safety and calling’. This means that urgent traffic may have trouble getting through and, without wishing to be over dramatic, lives could be put at risk.

Channel blocking

Earlier this summer Solent Coastguard was having a particularly busy day dealing with safety-related incidents in their large sea area (now from the River Exe in the West to Beachy Head in the East) but were relentlessly interrupted by yachts requesting radio checks. More than once I overheard the Coastguard saying to a yacht in difficulty, ‘Say again, you were over-spoken.’ He eventually managed to pass his message, but the radio checks continued.

Checking your VHF on Ch16 risks obstructing a genuine distress call. If you must check it, there are other ways

So, how often do you need to check your radio, and how can it best be done without compromising safety? A modern marine VHF radio is remarkably reliable. If it has a steady power supply, a suitable aerial, and all the associated cables and connections are sound, there is no reason to suppose it won’t work when required. If it is receiving normally, you can be confident that the aerial run is OK. Of course, like any electronic device, the internal circuitry of a VHF radio can fail, but this is as rare as it is unpredictable. In other words, just because the radio transmits during a radio check, there is no guarantee that it will work correctly the next time you try to use it.

The RYA’s VHF Handbook (G31) states: ‘Modern radios are generally reliable and seldom fail for no reason, so simply using the radio as an everyday tool is a good check that it is working.’ This is excellent advice that is followed by the various RYA Training Centres I have consulted. One told me that students on their VHF SRC courses are recommended to conduct a radio check at the beginning of the season and before a long passage. All of them discouraged the use of Ch16. If you have just installed a new radio, or have some other irrefutable reason, how should you test it?

Safer test options

First, use a channel designated for ship-to-ship or ship-to-shore working, as appropriate. If you are not sure, check in Reeds or on the Ofcom website. Ideally, send a routine DSC call to a chum. Both sets will automatically tune to the selected working channel on which you can check the radios. DSC is rarely used for non-safety traffic, but it is dead simple and prevents cluttering up Ch16; give it a go! Alternatively, agree to conduct the check with another yacht directly on a pre-arranged channel. Failing that, call a marina on Ch80 or your local National Coastwatch Institution station on Ch65 (check manning times on the NCI website or in Reeds). You could even call your own handheld VHF set. Only if you really have no alternative, call the Coastguard. In the Solent area call directly on Ch67, not Ch16.

A final plea: always follow the recommended voice procedures you were taught on your SRC Course, and never end a call with ‘Over and out,’ which means: ‘You talk, I’m not listening!’

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Enough with the radio checks already! Over!

As another day’s sailing begins with radio checks on Ch16, Andy Du Port says enough is enough

Many thanks to YM reader Richard Hales for this timely reminder that radio checking on Ch16 risks blocking emergency transmissions. Use other options

Enough with the radio checks already! Over!

Andy Du Port is a former RYA Cruising Instructor and Reeds Almanac editor. He sails with wife Kate on their Hallberg-Rassy 34

If you sail in any of the popular cruising areas you will be aware of the almost constant stream of radio checks with the local Coastguard. Not only is this annoying for those of us who are out on the water seeking a bit of peace and quiet, it is also an abuse of VHF Ch16, which is designated for ‘distress, safety and calling’. This means that urgent traffic may have trouble getting through and, without wishing to be over dramatic, lives could be put at risk.

Channel blocking

Earlier this summer Solent Coastguard was having a particularly busy day dealing with safety-related incidents in their large sea area (now from the River Exe in the West to Beachy Head in the East) but were relentlessly interrupted by yachts requesting radio checks. More than once I overheard the Coastguard saying to a yacht in difficulty, ‘Say again, you were over-spoken.’ He eventually managed to pass his message, but the radio checks continued.

Checking your VHF on Ch16 risks obstructing a genuine distress call. If you must check it, there are other ways

So, how often do you need to check your radio, and how can it best be done without compromising safety? A modern marine VHF radio is remarkably reliable. If it has a steady power supply, a suitable aerial, and all the associated cables and connections are sound, there is no reason to suppose it won’t work when required. If it is receiving normally, you can be confident that the aerial run is OK. Of course, like any electronic device, the internal circuitry of a VHF radio can fail, but this is as rare as it is unpredictable. In other words, just because the radio transmits during a radio check, there is no guarantee that it will work correctly the next time you try to use it.

The RYA’s VHF Handbook (G31) states: ‘Modern radios are generally reliable and seldom fail for no reason, so simply using the radio as an everyday tool is a good check that it is working.’ This is excellent advice that is followed by the various RYA Training Centres I have consulted. One told me that students on their VHF SRC courses are recommended to conduct a radio check at the beginning of the season and before a long passage. All of them discouraged the use of Ch16. If you have just installed a new radio, or have some other irrefutable reason, how should you test it?

Safer test options

First, use a channel designated for ship-to-ship or ship-to-shore working, as appropriate. If you are not sure, check in Reeds or on the Ofcom website. Ideally, send a routine DSC call to a chum. Both sets will automatically tune to the selected working channel on which you can check the radios. DSC is rarely used for non-safety traffic, but it is dead simple and prevents cluttering up Ch16; give it a go! Alternatively, agree to conduct the check with another yacht directly on a pre-arranged channel. Failing that, call a marina on Ch80 or your local National Coastwatch Institution station on Ch65 (check manning times on the NCI website or in Reeds). You could even call your own handheld VHF set. Only if you really have no alternative, call the Coastguard. In the Solent area call directly on Ch67, not Ch16.

A final plea: always follow the recommended voice procedures you were taught on your SRC Course, and never end a call with ‘Over and out,’ which means: ‘You talk, I’m not listening!’

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The On – Off Hire Bunker and Condition Surveys is the most popular survey in marine surveyor field. This survey is carried out prior and after charter period which purposed to determine the quantity of bunker remaining on board ROB and inspected the general condition of the vessel.

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Solent Marine Consultants has a strong team with extensive experience in Maritime Training and UK Higher Education. They cater for all levels of education and training from deck engine, COC and OOW training, maritime apprenticeships, all officer trainee programmers through to senior officer certificate and up to an honor degree level.

Our highly experienced and knowledgeable teams have a wealth of industry experience, so they understand the needs of employers from a broad spectrum of maritime industries from marine to offshore sectors. We facilitate your application process to make it easier for you to apply and secure a seat at a reputed Maritime College in the United Kingdom. Contact now: +44 7435 389 106

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At Solent Marine Consultants, we are committed to become the world's leading marine consultants, surveyors and inspection providers in Bangladesh. Marine Consultant & Surveyors have been providing professional maritime consulting services to our global client base. One of the most trusted and established names in the industry, Solent Marine Consultants is proud to have been called upon to represent our clients in some of the most high profile shipping incidents of recent years. Our aim is to help the ships to operate safely, securely and responsibly as per industry norms and standards.

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At Solent Marine Consultants, we are committed to become the world's leading marine consultants, surveyors and inspection providers. In an industry that is constantly undergoing changes, we work diligently alongside our partners to tackle the most pressing regulatory, technical and operational challenges to streamline processes for the maritime industry. 

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Solent Marine Consultants is the world’s leading marine consultants, surveyors, and inspection providers that offer splendid ship technical and ship inspection services in Singapore.

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A draft survey is a means of determining the weight of any materials being loaded into (or discharged from) a vessel. Solent Marine Consultants experienced and highly qualified professionals can conduct a draft survey on your behalf and produce an independent draft survey report. For more information contact us: +44 74350 389 106

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Worldwide Marine Consultants and Its Services by Solent Marine Consultant

Here Solent Marine Consultant is the world’s leading marine consultant that provides the provide customer satisfaction through safe, efficient, and professionally unbiased marine consultancy across the globe. From ship surveys and inspections to towage and ISM/ISPS/MLC audits n inspections SOLENT/UK PORTS – we help businesses in the shipping industry get things done faster, safer, and cheaper. Our Solent Marine consultancy teams regularly assist with major port projects in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.  Our experienced teams of marine consultants are some of the best in the industry, and over the years we’ve had the honor of working with the very best businesses and organizations around the world. For more information contact us: at +44 7435 389 106

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Solent Marine Consultants is a ship safety auditor and safety inspectors UK/Southampton. We conduct inspections and audits on board vessels to assess and monitor.

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Welcome to Solent Marine Consultants, your trusted source for marine cargo expertise in the United Kingdom. With years of experience in the industry, we are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective shipping solutions for businesses of all sizes. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of marine cargo experts, the services we offer, and how we can assist you in navigating the complexities of international shipping.

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Cargo Survey and Inspections in UK Solent Marine Consultants provid best Cargo Survey and Inspections in UK

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Bunker Survey in UK The Bunker Quantity Survey is the supervision of the vessel's bunkering. This service has big importance to the managers and operators. Contact us!