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Reeds Maritime Meteorology

Authors:	Elaine Ives, Maurice Cornish
Edition:	2019
Format:	Paperback
Size:	216 x 138 mm

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The Standard Text on Marine Weather for Mariners

Essential reading for seafarers and officers, this trusted guide covers meteorology, weather systems, satellite tech and heavy weather decision-making.

Reeds Maritime Meteorology is the definitive textbook for trainee and serving deck officers, fishermen, and anyone preparing for maritime certificates of competency. This fully updated edition covers the core principles and practical applications of weather knowledge at sea, equipping mariners with the skills to make informed decisions in all conditions.

Topics include cloud development, atmospheric pressure, wind systems, ocean currents, tropical revolving storms, sea ice, cargo care in heavy weather, weather routing and passage planning. The latest developments in satellite forecasting, GMDSS, Navtex and global warming are also fully integrated.

With exam-style questions at the end of each chapter, this trusted volume is tailored for study and shipboard reference alike. It remains an essential resource for any professional mariner navigating the complexities of weather at sea.

About the Authors

Elaine Ives is the former Head of the School of Maritime Studies at Glasgow College and was Senior Lecturer in Meteorology, with extensive experience in maritime education and training.

Maurice Cornish is the former Head of the Maritime Studies Department at Glasgow College of Nautical Studies and a respected figure in professional seafaring instruction.