by J.E.Reynolds (Author), R.W.Caney (Author)
Reeds Marine Distance Tables are the perfect ready-reckoner for any navigator wanting a quick and accurate distance reference between all the regularly used ports around the world. The book is divided into key 'market areas', and includes a pull-out map for area indentification and chartlets for easy see-at-a-glance port reference. Traffic Separation Schemes are calculated into the tables and the distance to any port not included can easily be determined by making an approximation from the next closest port. This new edition includes tables of major 'turning points' around the world (such as Cape Finisterre, Cape Horn and the Dover Straits). Reeds Marine Distance Tables are an invaluable reference for ship owners, operators, brokers and navigators. Using this one reference, anyone can calculate the shortest or most economical distances between all the major ports in the world. 'A first class reference' Nautical Magazine 'Clear and simple support for anyone wanting to calculate the shortest or most economical distance between major ports' Telegraph
Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: 10th Revised edition
Publisher: Thomas Reed Publications
Published: 26 Sep 2007
ISBN 10: 071368352X
ISBN 13: 9780713683523
Book Overview: Ready reckoner for calculating voyage distances swiftly and accurately for timing and costing purposes Covers almost 500 ports around the world and over 59,000 distances Now with tables of major 'turning points' around the world Any port not included can easily be calculated from the next nearest one Calculations take into account Traffic Separation Schemes