- Rigg & sail
- Rope & cordage
- Anchoring & mooring
- Hull & deck
- Cabin & comfort
- Paint & boatbuilding
- Electrics & engine
- Pumps & sanitation
- Safety & VHF radio
- Navigation & books
- Commercial shipping
VHF radios
The use of smartphones has changed the way people use a VHF radio, but an onboard marine VHF radio with a VHF antenna still provides additional safety. All ships within earshot can be contacted via marine VHF, whether for direct contact, for course coordination or in distress. Furthermore, VHF radio stations receive sent out safety messages or local status reports. Today, VHF built-in units with integrated DSC controller of class D represent the state of the art in the boating sector. An integrated GPS receiver transmits the ship's position in case of …