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The ECDIS Illusion: Why Certification Does Not Equal Competence on the Bridge
A navigating officer can join a vessel with valid ECDIS certificates, face a completely different interface, and still be cleared for watchkeeping. But does paperwork actually equal competence?In this episode, we explore the dangerous paradox of modern maritime navigation: how ECDIS carriage requirements have created a persistent gap between documented training and actual bridge capability. Drawing on the operational perspective of a serving Master Mariner, we break down why having multiple type-specific training certificates doesn't guarantee an officer is ready to safely take the watch.We…
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