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Our View on Maritime Safety
We share our insights on maritime safety for pleasure sailors – from coastal cruising to offshore passages. Drawing from our direct sailing experience and technical expertise, we write about what we’ve learned, what we believe needs to change, and how technology can make sailing safer without adding complexity.
The Anchoring Illusion: Why Being “Safely at Anchor” Is More Dangerous Than You Think November 8, 2025 - The Anchoring Illusion: Why Being "Safely at Anchor" Is More Dangerous Than You Think "We're safely anchored for the night." These might be the most dangerous words in cruising. While sailors worry about offshore passages and heavy weather at sea, some of the deadliest maritime casualties happen at anchor—often within… ... Read More
Man Overboard: Understanding the Risks and How to Prevent Tragedy October 30, 2025 - Man Overboard: Understanding the Risks and How to Prevent Tragedy Man Overboard (MOB) is the nightmare scenario every sailor fears but few genuinely prepare for. The statistics are sobering: between 40-47% of MOB incidents result in the loss of life. In cold water, there may be less than 11 minutes… ... Read More
Things More Dangerous Than Sailing (And One Thing That Isn’t) July 22, 2025 - Things More Dangerous Than Sailing (And One Thing That Isn't) "Sailing is one of the safest recreational activities." — Every statistic you've ever read, technically correct and completely misleading. The Comedy of Risk Sharks kill approximately one American per year. This fact terrorizes millions of beachgoers annually, spawns documentaries, and… ... Read MoreWant to learn more about our technology?
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