VTS Guide Germany BSH 2011

A blue sign with an all-round flashing white light is used in inland navigation as a day and night signal, allowing approaching vessels to agree on passing starboard to starboard instead of the usual port to port.The blue sign is mounted on the roof. Delivery includes a 24V electric motor and flashing light. An optional control panel can be ordered. We also offer the electric motor as a spare part.The control panel for operating the blue sign features a 3-position switch, a control light with bulb socket, and an automatic fuse for the motor. The control panel measures 75 x 75 mm and operates on 24V.Technical specifications:Mounting: Roof mountingVoltage: 24 voltsCurrent: 1.5 A (electric motor)Panel material: AluminiumFrame material: AluminiumRotating shaft material: Stainless steelCylinder material: Nickel-plated steelMounting pipe material: Stainless steel

Binocular case made from black nylon with shoulder strap. Article-No. 3700-836 fits for all 7 x 50 STEINER binoculars, Article-No. 3700-915 fits for all 7 x 30 STEINER binoculars.

A high-quality flotation strap is available as an accessory for every pair of STEINER marine binoculars. This protects your binoculars from sinking should they ever go overboard.In addition to the flotation straps for the current Steiner binoculars Article-No. 3700-683: ClicLoc 2.0 for Commander 7x50 and 7x50C (model from 2023).Article-No. 3700-684: without ClicLoc (with loop) for Navigator 7x50 and 7x50C as well as Navigator 7x30 and 7x30C and Navigator Autobright 7x50 and 7x50C.There are also straps for older binocular models.Article-No. 3700-681: ClicLoc for Commander 7x50 and 7x50C (model until 2022) as well as Navigator Pro 7x50 und 7x50C. NOT for Navigator Pro 7x30 und 7x30C.

BSH publication 2155 ‘Radio service for small craft and recreational craft’ (formerly yacht radio service) is intended for vessels that are NOT subject to the equipment requirements of the SOLAS Convention but are equipped with a radio system/radio receiver, Navtex or GPS.The German-language summary of the official publications contains information on weather and warning services, search and rescue services, radio medical advice, telecommunications and radio location services for German and directly adjacent coastal waters in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. In addition, information is provided on local services, in particular marinas in coastal waters (including telephone numbers and email addresses).The ‘Radio Service for Small Craft and Recreational Boating’ is published annually in spring in a new, revised edition. Ongoing corrections are published by the BSH as part of the weekly Notices to Mariners (NfS).13. edition 2025. Format DIN A5, 115 pages, paperback. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

The BSH publication 2115 "Tide Tables 2025: European Waters" provides detailed astronomically predicted high and low tide times for 38 European reference locations. It can also be used to calculate the tides for over 700 connecting locations along the North Sea, the British Isles, Ireland and the Atlantic coast of Europe. The coverage extends from Norway to the Canary Islands.The tide tables are divided into five sections:I. Detailed forecasts for the European reference locationsII. tidal differences for the European reference locationsIII. mean high and low tide values for the German locationsIV. Auxiliary charts and river mapsV. The tide chartsAnnually updated edition. DIN A4 format, 266 pages, paperback.The table of contents and the introduction to using the charts can be downloaded.

The BSH publication 20001 ´Handbuch für Brücke und Kartenhaus´ is a guide and source of information for safe navigation in addition to the nautical charts and sea books.18. edition from 2024. Format DIN A4, 257 pages in a ring binder. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

BSH Publication 5000 ‘Handbook of Nautical Radio Services’ provides information on weather and warning services, search and rescue services, telecommunications services, radio location services and the communication channels required for communication.18th edition from 2025. DIN A4 format, 133 pages in a ring binder. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

Well-crafted helmsman´s chair / pilot chair for raised seating on the bridge.The chair is made of untreated oak and has a scotch-free design. The seat and back cushions are upholstered in blue, optionally with (washable) Skai imitation leather or fabric.Technical dataOverall dimensions of the chair (WxHxD): 550 x 1330 x 720 mmDimensions of the seat with backrest (WxHxD): 460 x 510 x 480 mm

The IMO International Code of Signals regulates communication between ships, aircraft and shore-based authorities where the safety of shipping and persons is essentially at stake. The reference work is particularly useful when language difficulties arise.The code is suitable for transmission by all means of communication, including radiotelephony and radiotelegraphy.Since the first edition in 1965, amendments to the Code have been adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), resulting in four subsequent editions. The fourth edition of the Code from 2005 included all amendments up to MSC 73 in December 2000. The "International Code of Signals" has not been significantly amended since then. The current 5th edition of 2021 contains only minor editorial improvements and a new cover.5. Edition 2021, 165 pages, format 21.5 x 30 cm, hardcover.

The BSH publication 2113 "IMO-Standardredewendungen / IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases" contains all the Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP) defined by the IMO in German and English.This important reference work ensures reliable communication in international communication where English is used as the standard language: at sea, in ports and on waterways. But also on board your own ship, especially with multilingual crews.A supplementary audio CD for pronouncing English phrases is available separately from the International Maritime Organization (IMO).Corrected 2014 reprint of the 2003 publication. A4 format, 240 pages, paperback.The table of contents is available for download.

BSH Publication 2160 ‘International Signal Book’ (ISB) is published by the BSH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Transport, Building and Urban Development. This is the official German edition of 1969, including supplements 1 to 7.The German-language edition of the International Code of Signals provides a comprehensive basis for safe communication at sea. For both commercial and recreational shipping, the ISB is the reference work for emergencies, rescue operations and general communication between ships and shore stations. 2008 edition. Format DIN A4, 212 pages, paperback. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

The "Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea", or Collision Prevention Regulations (COLREG) for short. The German translation Kollisionsverhütungsregeln (KVR) is annotated in this book for onboard use with numerous illustrations and easy-to-understand summaries.This makes it easy to understand the international regulations for the signals and avoidance rules that ships must follow at sea in order to avoid collisions.The 10th edition from 2019 contains:the Collision Prevention Rules in fullthe regulations to the International Rulesa compilation of the visual signals for small vesselsthe buoyage regions A and B and the German buoyage system88 pages, 88 photos and illustrations, format 13 x 20.1 cm, paperback. German edition.

BSH Publication 4003 ‘List of Lights in the South-Eastern North Sea’ contains all data on the lights in the south-eastern North Sea, including those that cannot be shown on the nautical chart due to space constraints.2025 edition. DIN A4 format, 127 pages in a ring binder.The table of contents is available for download.

BSH Publication 1 ‘Chart 1 / INT 1 Symbols, Abbreviations, Terms in Official German Nautical Charts’ is the standard reference work for all symbols and abbreviations (in German and English) used in international and national paper nautical charts published by the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH). It belongs on every chart table.Map 1 is approved as an aid for the examinations for the recreational boat licence for sea, recreational coastal boat licence (SKS), recreational sea boat licence (SSS) and recreational ocean boat licence (SHS) and is indispensable for solving navigation tasks.10th edition from 2021. Format DIN A4, 112 pages, paperback.The table of contents is available for download.

The BSH publication 20061 "Nordsee-Handbuch, südöstlicher Teil" describes the area from the Lister Tief to the Ems, i.e. the German Bight and Helgoland, the Elbe to Hamburg, the Kiel Canal (NOK), the Weser to south of Bremen, the Jade and the East Frisian coast to the Ems.8. Format DIN A4, 403 pages in a ring binder. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

The oil control book must be carried on board to document the discharge of waste oil, bilge water and other waste containing oil or grease. It is written in three languages: French, German and Dutch.The initial issue is carried out by the ‘Technical Ship Safety’ department (formerly the Central Office - Ship Inspection Commission/Ship Inspection Office) of the Directorate-General for Waterways and Shipping (GDWS).The applicant must bring a new oil inspection logbook for the issue. This also applies to the subsequent issue, for which the current oil inspection book must also be brought along.24 pages, Format DIN A5 portrait, softcover. French / German / Dutch edition.

Red logbook in accordance with §102 BinSchPersV.In inland waters, the ship's command of every vessel (with the exception of public service vessels, push barges without a crew, recreational craft and floating craft without their own propulsion) must keep this logbook in accordance with the model in Annex V of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/182. This records the crew members' rest periods. The ship's command is therefore responsible for carrying the logbook and the entries in it.The logbook must be completed and stamped by the competent authority before use. This version must also be used for the issue of subsequent logbooks for the previous red logbook.Important: Since 18 January 2022, this logbook must also be used instead of the blue logbook and must also be brought to the competent authorities for stamping. However, old logbooks issued before 17 January 2022 in accordance with the provisions of the Inland Vessel Inspection Regulations will remain valid until 17 January 2032. The same deadline applies to logbooks issued by 17 January 2022 in accordance with the Rhine Ship Personnel Ordinance and to logbooks issued by 17 January 2022 by another Member State of the European Union (Section 125 BinSchPersV).200 pages, DIN A4 landscape format, paperback.

The BSH publication 20005 "Seeschifffahrtsstraßen-Ordnung (SeeSchStrO)" with the announcements of the Directorate-General for Waterways and Shipping, Northwest and North Branches.Year of publication 2023. DIN A4 format, 159 pages in ring binder. German edition.The table of contents is available for download.

The German-language ‘Handbuch Schiffssicherungsdienst’ and its English translation ‘Manual Ship Safety Service’ in a practical DIN A4 ring binder, which opens from one side depending on the language version.This official publication by the Ship Safety Service of BG Verkehr covers training in ship safety services for lifeboat crews and fire protection services on board ships. Sketches, diagrams and numerous colour photos and illustrations illustrate the topics.Table of ContentsChapter A: Ship Safety Service - Basic PrinciplesChapter B: Fire Protection - Basic PrinciplesChapter C: Fire Fighting Appliances and Systems on BoardChapter D: Fire Prevention and Behaviour during Fire Drills and during Fire FightingChapter E: Life Saving Appliances - Description of Appliances, Installations and EquipmentChapter F: Handling/Operation of Life Saving Appliances and InstallationsChapter G: Behaviour during Lifeboat Drills and in EmergenciesChapter H: Recommendations and experienceChapter I: AppendixUpdate & revisionThe Ship Safety Department of BG Verkehr publishes supplements or additions to the basic work as required. These additions consist of replacement pages.

COMMANDER 7x50 (NEW), the new, 2023 model of professional marine binoculars from world market leader STEINER, the inventor of compass binoculars.We also still offer the discontinued model of the COMMANDER 7x50 in THE typical Steiner binocular shape (see below under "Similar products").Thanks to the new open-bridge design, the binoculars are now even easier to grip with just one hand. The eyecups give a comfortable feeling when looking through and thanks to the improved strap connection, the binoculars can be carried comfortably.The brilliant features of the COMMANDER have been retained and further improved in details.The sealed Makrolon housing with fibre-reinforced polycarbonate is extremely resistant and at the same time ultra-light. Thanks to the non-slip and shock-absorbing NBR Longlife rubber armouring, the lens is resistant to oil, acid and salt water. The unique floating prism bearing ensures the permanently elastic mounting of the optical parts and the best possible protection against impacts. This means that the adjustment remains precise for decades. The binoculars are also water pressure-tight up to 10 m, have a nitrogen pressure filling to prevent fogging and can be used in a temperature range from -40 to +80 °C. All this adds up to robustness. All this adds up to a level of robustness that is already legendary.Once set, the STEINER Sports-Auto-Focus always delivers pin-sharp images in 3D brilliance from 20 m to infinity - without refocusing. The 7x magnification provides blur-free images even in rough seas. XL field of view of 140m / 1000m.Optional HD compass with integrated precision graticule. This is currently the world's largest compass in binoculars.All in all a top product, made in Germany, from the only manufacturer in the world that specialises exclusively in binoculars. 30-year factory warranty.

Professional maritime binoculars made by market leader STEINER, the inventor of the binoculars with compass.This is the discontinued model of the COMMANDER in THE typical Steiner binocular shape. Alternatively, we also offer the 2023 model COMMANDER 7x50 (NEW) (see below under "Similar products").COMMANDER Series: STEINER binoculars represent the best possible technology available - crafted for tailor-made use and shaped with you, our customer in mind. Ever since the first COMMANDER has been launched 25 years ago, each COMMANDER generation has been ahead of its time.The new series COMMANDER 7x50 is unsurpassed in its technology and innovation. With cristal clear, high light transmission at the highest contrast all the way to the image borders even in poor lighting conditions, for extreme situations and for navigating in poor light or fog it is available with lluminated compass or without. Product features: High-Definition XP-Optics, STEINER Sports-Auto-Focus, ClicLoc Exchangeable Eyecups, ClicLoc Belt Attachment, Memory-Ocular, STEINER Nano-Protection, Nitrogen pressure filling via 2-way-valve technology, Water pressure proof up to 10 m, NBR-Longlife rubber armouring, Extreme ruggedness, Floating Prism Mounting, Floating strap.30 years warranty.

Compact marine binoculars with robust Makrolon® body. The open bridge in combination with a special, water-repellent, wave-like rubber armoring improves handling even under difficult conditions.The STEINER Auto-Focus, once set, always delivers sharp images in 3D brilliance from 20m to infinity - without refocusing. The 7x magnification provides steady images for spotting buoys, beacons and bridge numbers even in rough seas.               The extended field of view simplifies safe approach when entering a harbor or similar confined environments such as bridge crossings. The nitrogen pressure filling prevents fogging inside.  The binoculars are very rugged: they can stand shocks up to 11G. The prisms are floating for shock absorption. The binoculars are pressure waterproof up to 5m and can be used in a temperature range from -20° to +70°C.Available with liquid-dampened, illuminated compass. Includes carrying strap, rain cover and lens caps. The convenient storage bag has tabs at the back for attachment.Factory warranty 10 years.

The Tide Calendar: The little prayer book for the tidal areas of the German North Sea coast: high and low tide times for the German Bight and its river basins.Tidal range, spring, mid and neap tides, mean high and low tides, sunrise and sunset times, moon phases, observed highest and lowest water levels, school holidays, wind force table.Publication No. 2117 of the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH).136 pages, 9.5 x 13 cm, stapled, paperback. German edition.You will receive the edition of the following year from the second half of September.For "late comers" we usually still have some copies of the current year in stock till end of September - please ask explicitly.