“Technical Authors Must Take a Stand” and “Laying up Potable Water and Sanitation Systems”
Text and photos © 2020 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
From the Masthead Technical authors must take a stand Knowing of my interest in the subject, a...
Feature: Busting the “Hot Marina” Myth – Editorial: A Blue-Collar Resurgence
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A Blue-Collar Resurgence; In Praise of the Trades               Back in 2017 I wrote an editorial entitled, “The Need for Vocational Training”; I lamented...
Propeller Installation – Editorial: Rescues at Sea that should not have been Necessary
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I’m pleased to announce that the dates for the third Trawler and Motor Vessel Technical Training Workshop have been established, the event...
Special Edition: Smoke Detectors
Special Report:
Smoke Detectors
How to Protect Yourself and Your Vessel
By Steve D'Antonio All photos copyright Steve D'Antonio Note: This is a special edition of my usual monthly...
Feature Article: Seacock Lubrication, and Dealing with Disused Seacocks – Editorial: Complexity
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Complexity Complexity is a balance; one person’s complexity is another's comfort. I routinely have folks contact me and say, "I want to build...
The Ins and Outs of Engine and Shaft Alignment Part I
Text and photos by Steve D'Antonio
Copyright © 2016 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
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Polar bear, walrus, reindeer, beluga whales, bearded seals, ivory gulls...
Steering Clear of Trouble
Photos and Text by Ralph Naranjo Copyright  2013 SDMC, Inc. With dedicated radar on one display and a chart plotter on another, the person on watch has much greater versatility....
Risk Assessment and Vessel Preparation – Pt 2
Risk Assessment for Offshore Passagemaking - Part II Steve D'Antonio
All photos copyright Steve D'Antonio Newfoundland Bound  Â
Fair winds, clear skies, and a well-found vessel makes for picture perfect...