Navigation Bridge of a Mega Ship - A Closer Look at the Command Center

[@JeffHK]

Got any questions? Follow my life at sea and DM me on instagram.com/Jeffrey.hk

[@antonman1234]

Don't vlog just go straight to the fact

[@jayryanbautista4844]

It's nice I really appreciated your videos as a maritime student

[@sonnypruitt6639]

SCREW ALL THAT STUFF!!!! HOW DO YOU BLOW THE DAMN HORN!!!

[@Holey_Moley]

What are all those flags for?

[@benjaminwitness3826]

How can i download the video

[@PierreMarkuse]

If you ever have enough of the maritime life you should seriously consider producing videos, your production quality is top-notch, not only the drone footage but the overall quality. Very interesting video again, thank you!

[@JeffHK]

Thats the dream! Until then ill keep making, learn as i go and improve =] Thank you for everyone's support! Really motivates me to make videos

[@snowdogs01]

Jeff: I second Pierre M's comment on the quality of your work.

[@JeffHK]

+Brian Pan yup phantom 3, got the newest mavic pro havent had the chance to play with it (its hard GPS locked so i cant fly it like the 3)

[@morwr121]

Pierre Markuse Working on these ships I know the working schedule and I am still amazed how you fit the time in to produce and make such high quality videos taking in consideration 8 hours of nav watch's, undertaking maintenance duties and other tasks, and of course having time to rest and sleep.

[@msjswapnil]

Pierre Markuse Very true.

[@Γ.Τζιτζής]

Hello.. my name is George. I am 17years old, and I am from Greece. The next year I am finally going to enter the maritime academy.. I want to tell you that your videos are just awesome..and very educating..you helped me learn and see more stuff about the job I love.. I really want to thank you for your work .. and last I have to say that I love the intro..its just perfect.

[@AlecSteele]

This is AMAZING content!!!!

[@Suspicious259]

With low views.

[@CallanChristensen]

Awesome effects at the start! I really appreciate the work you put into making your videos look sick!

[@MadMarker]

You, my friend... Are amazing! Thank you so much for taking the time to post such an amazing video. SUBSCRIBED. & NOTIFICATIONS.

[@BelegaerTheGreat]

I would prefer more practical videos.

[@garydunken7934]

For centuries most people had no much idea about ships, but in this era with channel like yours all that is changing. There aren't many marine vlogs out there. Keep it going Jeff.

[@BrassLock]

Brilliant production! Couldn't stop viewing it and nearly late for work lol.

[@anonimails]

somali pirates are loving this series too!

[@afeeqhasan6621]

@@anonimails LOL

[@sassythesasquatch101]

I know that feeling

[@DatawaveMarineSolutions]

I'm a professional ship designer and wanted to say thank you so much for the videos! Working on the landside, I don't get many chances to talk with crew and learn their opinions. But the crew are usually first in my mind when I design a ship. Videos like this a very educational to me. They help me understand the daily operations, safety concerns, and the little details that really matter when you live on the ship. Thank you. You said that visibility is key on the bridge. How often do the lookouts actually spot a vessel before you notice it on AIS or radar? It always seemed that the lookout functioned as a backup to equipment failure, instead of a primary function. But every mariner I talk to stresses how important the lookout is. Is the lookout really better than equipment? Or is this just a need to have a backup for equipment?

[@JeffHK]

+Nicholas Naval Architect sometimes small boats that are made of wood wont show up on radar, so we can only use sight. At night when there is heavy traffic, its much easier to navigate by sight (look at lights) than by radar, Because radar always seem more clustered than it actually is (imagine trying to drive in a busy road with "radar" view, not having the 3d information is quite tough to gauge) Radar is also delayed, change in speed or course takes few minutes. AIS can be manipulated or errored. Sight is always true :D Narrow channels and buoyed systems are all navigated with sight for same reason, sight is a better tool than radar in those areas Those are just some off my head, theres probably more with all the limitations, the safest way to navigate to combine all three data.AIS, radar and sight

[@muhammadamin1733]

Nicholas Naval Architect navigation equipments and lookout - they complement each other

[@DatawaveMarineSolutions]

Thanks! That makes a lot more sense now. Just one of those things that probably seems obvious when you live the life.

[@theplainsailor]

No equipment can replace the look out. U asked how often the look out actually spot a vessel before AIS and Radar? this is the reason for most of the accidents happened in maritime history - LACK OF PROPER LOOK OUT. You rely too much on equipments and they fail once in 100 to find a target or give u the exact position u will end up in a tragedy risking human life and environment the damage is huge and u can't take chances. Look out is not only to find vessels, everything start from look out on board ship. It's clearly mentioned and doesn't mean merely looking out! it's keeping watch on sound signals, VHF the weather everything.

[@ayidisme8321]

Radar is as good as the one operating it. If you have a shitty operator then it is of no good use. Thats why rule number 5 in colregs states "proper look out should be maintained at all times by sight and hearing as well as all available means"

[@twmelm1291]

Oh aye, mate! If you are learning as you go I must say "well done." Color balance, composition, audio, editing, transitions all top notch. Subjects interesting, well written, voice-over well spoken, just the right touch of humour. Oh, the drone also well integrated. We enjoy your work! Keep at it along with all your duties. Bravo. (Perhaps I've overused 'well done' but hey your work is outstanding. Haha)

[@ShouldHaveKnownYT]

"Cadet, ft when phone and PA systems fail" lol Great video

[@kevinlam8808]

Grant Bradshaw literally the runner

[@mikepajarillo3837]

Or Ab on duty hehe

[@jehuchristan2045]

I love the way he merges his passion with his work ( Some people are still complaining that their life is boring, But the answer is always within them all the time :) )

[@Andryjaya36]

I am a seaman , this is the first best marine vlog i've ever seen , steady as you goes bro !

[@torizo8763]

Andry Jaya how much is the tuition for becoming a seaman and what's the requirements?

[@garydunken7934]

Yes. For centuries most people had no much idea about ships, but in this era with channel like your all that is changing. There aren't many marine vlog out there. Keep it going Jeff.

[@coteclark765]

something about watching someone else enthusiastically explain their passion, is so neat to watch.

[@CarlosPacheco]

Videos and channels like this are why KZbin is awesome.

[@camtron0]

As a fellow mariner I appreciate the time you take to produce an accurate and entertaining video. Fair winds and following seas

[@oldschoolm8]

Great video. It’s amazing how far technology has come and even still amazing how many of these navigational techniques were used over a century ago!

[@CanadaMatt]

I laughed when he mentioned LORAN-C "that nobody uses anymore". I was a Navigator before GPS existed. LORAN-C was my jam!

[@jonholt99]

I can't even imagine how long it takes to plan all those shots and perfect the editing & effects. The artistry is real as well. Bravo!

[@JeffHK]

+Jonathan Holt thank you! appreciate it when people notice the framing and composition 😊😊

[@samuelvnzl]

The best vídeo about the bridge devices. Greetings from Venezuela! future deck officer

[@JeffHK]

+samuelvnzl thanks!

[@ThumperKJFK]

samuelvnzl maybe you can show us your maritime working from lower rank to officer on the how's and what it takes to become a deck officer. about the training you have to go through. maybe in a few years you can make a few clips about your experience in achieving this...:)

[@paddyb5000]

If your looking to become a deck officer you will follow the training set out in STCW issued by the IMO. Your countries goverment maritime agency will enforce it, in the UK it's the MNTB (Merchant Navy Training Board). Training takes shape in the form of a cadeyship being sponsored by a company, manning agency or charity that will send you on there ships when you not at college for sea time and to prepare you for your COC OOW unlimted oral exam :)

[@Grandrew_]

First let me just say, Ive been obssessed with naval architecture ever since I was a little boy. Id spend hours watching videos on youtube of ships of all shapes and sizes, container ships included. I always wanted to see how something so mammoth operated behind the scenes, and with this video, you deliver just that. Ive never seen dedicated content like this, and I am incredibly impressed. Its so cool to find someone who documents what you do - a typically specialized percentage of the population - filming for the entire world to see. I personally cant thank you enough for the well put together video, knowledge, and overall insight. Its also cool how your crew / captain lets you and helps you film!

[@JeffHK]

awesome! Thanks for the support :D

[@ramsesrameez5430]

All machines and computers used in these such kind of mega ship are huge and only professionals captains can operates. Amazing

[@RellimBoy]

I've only been subscribed for a couple of months now but I must say I'm really enjoying all that you've put out so far! It's always interesting and of a substantial quality. Keep up the great work, Jeff. Safe travels! :)

[@ucoyun]

Your videos are so informative yet entertaining to even non-maritimers, I don't think I think you do a better job than most documentaries.

[@brads1247]

Thank you for this great video, as a maritime student 75% of my time is spent in a class room instead of on a ship so visual learning is slim to none. Most of the videos we are training with were made in the 1980's so the newer equipment is very nice.

[@JeffHK]

i know! one of the reasons i wanted to make videos

[@Sijtze22]

For a few years I have been very interested to see how large heavy ships handle. Only having experience on yachts under 45 meters and having a sentence I heard once as a kid stuck in my head: "When you change course in a big ship it will take minutes to react..." this is something I have not been able to figure out yet! I found your videos today and I'm eating them up! Great job Jeff!!

[@canmaroow889]

Super Jeff, the best is when everything you describe. We are providing perfect knowledge. Thank you

[@Injudiciously]

I used to install and maintain all that kit.... Wished I was able to join them at sea but never did. Brought back fantastic memories watching this.

[@AlhamRana]

Loved it man,, your video is complete watchable.. worth it.. 👍🏻

[@faisalahmedakhtar3134]

man you're a genius at making boring things into very easy to digest, interestingly informative stuff! hope to see more of your videos. thank you for being not a boring seamen, also for uploading it. cheers.

[@annie4horses]

I thought the white box with the lid was a grill. I was almost expecting a few t-bone steaks and shrimp skewers going, lmao.

[@liasxtube]

I sail a small , 26ft SAILBOAT and those damn things are scary when they are coming at you, even when miles away. You can however provide redundant systems aboard; that is, all but for the human. Great quality presentation , seldom matched by even professional full time editors and reators. THANK YOU.

[@MCP53]

Entertaining and educational. Great stuff! I look forward to more, and all is interesting - engine room, docking problems, how the crew live etc etc etc. Thanks!

[@JerodBeeson]

Dude! It looks like you are really following your passion. Which is why I won't discourage you from that passion. If this weren't the case, I would say YOU ARE IN THE WRONG PROFESSION! You have an EXCEPTIONAL knack for film making! Your cinematography, camera angles and camera choices, story telling, transitions, everything is INCREDIBLE! You make AMAZING videos. I'm pretty critical of legitimate KZbin cinematography, and yours is absolutely First Class. Seriously, you are killing it in a genre that basically doesn't exist. Keep it up and you will have your pick of career: Mariner, or full time KZbinr. Keep them coming, fantastic videos man!

[@rishanmascarenhas7558]

Once again a beautiful video with beautiful content. I am an aspiring mariner and you have inspired me so very much brother. Thank you for all your videos and content. They dont only entertain but also motivate many people like me. Keep making these kinda videos. May you have greater success. Hope to meet you soon somewhere around the world once I join the merchant navy. Have fun, all the best and take care brother !!!

[@JeffHK]

+Rishan Mascarenhas everyones positive comments motivates me to keep going, so thank you for your support :D

[@joeyclemenza7339]

dude.. the movie inserts are GREAT!!!! lol. normally they're really obnoxious, but these actually give you a good idea what everything pertains to. thanks!!

[@Maisingerr]

Nice intro :D I am totally not into ships etc. but i love your video editing and your speaking style. I bet there is a lot of work behind every video :D Keep it -greeting from germany

[@JerodBeeson]

On second thought... If you are this good at your hobby of film making... You must be INCREDIBLE at your job as a mariner. So maybe that is where you shine even more than we see. Keep it up man. Insanely good job.

[@CallanChristensen]

Since you seem to be a bit of a movie watcher, a video on the Accuracy/Inaccuracy of ship use in cinema would be cool. It would be neat to see a scene in Captain Phillips and then hear you talk about how accurately/inaccurately it was portrayed as well as what your training says to do. Maybe do an analysis video focusing on each movie so that you have a source of consistent content?

[@verynearlyaboutsailing8114]

This is a good question. I'd be interested in this too. I can barely watch 'All is Lost' because of the unrealistic sailing content - eg. not releasing the PTT button when 'listening' (arghhh). The DVD version of Captain Philips has an extra section (with the real Captain Philips) which covers this subject a bit.

[@JeffHK]

+Just about sailing great suggestion!

[@eliwatson7936]

Just about sailing All Is Lost is the thrilling story of one man’s desperate attempt at suicide through utter nautical incompetence

[@SpidatheSmear]

A bit late to be weighing in, however someone has to point out that discussion on actual safety procedure in the case of hostility is counter-productive to the point of said instruction. Anything that is made public is made accessible to an aggressor and is potentially detrimental to the well being of the crew.

[@AlanClegg]

It's great that you are producing these. The support from your company is excellent as well!

[@JeffHK]

lol they never said anything or any support, so i just keep making aha

[@pitchbend]

Your videos are stunning, please keep them coming.

[@telmobarcellos7655]

After only three videos of you I'm your fan ! I respect you and ask for more . Thank you !!

[@garyjclay]

You need to get that cadet out on the bridge wing with the Brasso to clean up the gyro repeater binnacle!

[@yoryanysescalona3857]

Is an interesting tour in the bridge, your explination about the function of each of the teams in the bridge is very entertaining and easy to understand. This type of videos is very useful for all those that we will be part of the maritime field.

[@Gabrielgrassmayr]

Wow that video is sick👊😜🤘

[@aleksandrzakusilov7359]

It's really adorable how you manage to make the videos about operational things so inspiring and classy!

[@mccutcheogeoff]

i think you need some more backup communication methods. you know just in case the 5 you have fail

[@JeffHK]

+geoff mccutcheon hahahaha

[@smokeydoke100]

Isn't that what the Captain's parrot is for?

[@fhisaldsfulda3241]

in case the cadet drops dead

[@LERobbo]

This is all due to GMDSS. Depending the working area of the vessel different communication means are required, redundant and failsafe power supply. Then there are electrical units that are backed up by their mechanical counterparts under SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea, as a result of the sinking of the Titanic), such as gyrocompass and the magnetic on the monkey deck. The list goes on and on ...

[@michaelcosgrove7769]

You do an excellent job with these videos and I'm sure will make an excellent captain one day or video producer if you so choose. Well done and keep up the good work.

[@JeffHK]

+Michael Cosgrove thanks michael 💪 thats the dream 😁

[@jamesgarcia7577]

Jeff, I just had to say thank you! I really enjoy watching your videos. I have almost no experience in working aboard a ship but the lifestyle is very interesting, I really like the way you tell the truth about the ups and downs of the job. My job is a roofer, yup a roofer, primarily on large scale commercial projects, actually I am more of a roof inspector for a very large roofing manufacturer her in Sacramento California, I go see the large ships coming and going as often as I can in San Francisco. I do have a question, what are your opinions on passengers traveling with crew members on a container ship, although I do not think that I could change my job, I am interested in booking a trip on a container or cargo ship just so I could actually get a feel for what you people do, I think if I had a chance to start my work career over again I would choose to be in your chosen industry. Thank you again for your vlogs! Jamie......

[@JeffHK]

I think it would be more satisfying and interesting to do a sailing yacht instead. big international ships once at open sea is like driving a lawn mower on a empty high way, takes forever and nothing interesting to see

[@jamesgarcia7577]

your point of view is really interesting, to me the boredom aboard a big international ship is the attraction, not necessarily doing nothing because I know there is always something to do, but to learn the ship, how it works and operates, the safety issues that arise and how to deal with your fellow crew mates. However, I could see your point of view as you actually do work on on a large vessel, after a while it must get a bit monotonous......Safe travels my friend! keep the videos coming!

[@ramsessalazar489]

The best the big command center, THE BRIDGE, where the navigation is controlled and the mooring and berthing of the ship, excellent video, explains each element of the bridge, electronic and security

[@nicolashenriquez..]

I've just seen this great vid. Could you explain the flags thing. Why so much flags? Thanks and great vid!!

[@KaNaRD123]

Very nice video ! I like the way you give examples from popular movies, so we can clearly understand what the purpose of specific items is.

[@Double_A-Ron]

I never knew there was a speed between slow and stop......Captain... "Dead Slow" speed is all I got!

[@CanadaMatt]

And even between those speeds. You can command any specific speed the engines can achieve. Telegraph stops are usually pre-set speeds as determined by (I assume) either the C.O, the Engineer or the manufacturer. In my (Canadian) Navy days on an old steam-diesel destroyer, for example, "slow ahead" was 3 knots, half ahead was anything from 4-30 depending on the "revolutions" ordered to go along with it*, and "full ahead" was basically a command to max out the available power. On later ships, we simply set the exact speed we wanted on the helm/throttle control console, and didn't even have a telegraph. (*Half ahead selected, with 70 revolutions ordered, equalled about 10 knots, for example.)

[@kimssr1750]

Wow.... Amazing. This is not just an education material but an art. Thanks you JeffHK

[@FunkMasterr]

I'm currently an engineering cadet soon to be going on my first ship, would like to see a video of an engineers life on ship.

[@Jose_sanvhez_titi]

excellent video, thanks for giving us all the information provided of the equipment that are on the bridge and their equipment, the important thing to know how to operate each instrument and its location

[@Oligampla]

Please, we need a game developer + publisher to release a beautiful Cargo Ship Simulator!

[@rahepla]

Every new video is even better than the previous one...!!! We enjoy them for sure. Great job!!!!

[@stephenstojowski7324]

Why do large cargo ships have the bridge so far aft? Wouldn't they be better able to see where they're going if the bridge were more forward?

[@Bamboozle86]

Im no where close to answer thid, but i think this is done to counterweight the cargo and from the back, they can see the whole ship and the cargo.

[@privateer6580]

Mostly down to cost, putting the engine closer to the prop saves the length of the shaft and constructing the shaft tunnel, and having accommodation and bridge closer to the engine room saves on piping and wiring for services.

[@fpnbrian]

Part of it's tradition, but mostly it's practical. From the stern looking forward they can see the whole ship ahead, also try pushing / steering a grocer cart backwards for another clue of the practical aspect.

[@Alpha_AI8888]

It's easier to have the bridge closer to the rear so that when the ship enters rough seas the bridge crew can still see without being blinded by the water; also because there is no need for a super long rudder shaft, essentially a shaft that runs from the wheel in the wheel house or bridge to the rudder. The engine is also in the rear because it is cheaper, and safer on ships like ulcc's (ultra large crude oil carriers) and vlcc's (Very large crude oil carriers), because oil has the tendency to ignite, and there is no need for a drive shaft and the transmission is also back there too, when it comes to gas and Diesel engines, the engine provides the power while the transmission actually makes the parts move.

[@justanotherasian4395]

The bridge is farther aft so the ships are a bit more efficient since the engine is below the bridge from what I know. At least that’s how the maersk triple e ships were designed

[@ChrisOBaugh]

of all the ship videos I've seen, this is the most enjoyable and educational. Great job!!!

[@uravgnigga3659]

Where’s the gun room for when pirates try to steal your ship?

[@6Six6Six6Bruh]

UrAvg Nigga the cook just grabs some cleavers and a pot lid as a shield.

[@Mantagroup]

@@6Six6Six6Bruh Why is it always a black cook that has to save everyone in these movies? I mean, you've got a point!

[@aneeshmijar9138]

Their is no gun room on merchant ships

[@CanadaMatt]

@@aneeshmijar9138 Generally true, but by no means universal. There are some vessels that have a limited assortment of small arms, but this can be impacted by the fact that when entering a country's territorial waters you become subject to their laws on things like firearms possession. So yes, by and large the trend has moved towards either private on-board security or cooperation and coordination with the various nations conducting anti-piracy patrols.

[@Paraplegicoctopus-jh3mn]

Your timelapse video brought me here, and I must say, I haven't been able to stop watching your videos since. I find them very interesting and informative. The amazing production quality is also outstanding man!

[@anuragsen9278]

How's a cadet's life onboard jeff?

[@rishanmascarenhas7558]

Anurag Sen watch all his videos dude, including the "10 reasons why maritime sucks"....and you will know yourself !!!

[@jameshauth8590]

Not fun it sucks you do a lot of bitch work but in the end youll be able to get your license and sail as an officer

[@CanadaMatt]

I started in the Navy and earned my Bridge Watchkeeper's certificate and served as the Navigator on 3 vessels. I looked into merchant sailing afterwards and found that, even as a qualified ship's officer with 5 years' experience, I would have had to spend quite a bit of time "retraining" before being allowed stand as OOW on a freighter. Mind you, this was back in the 90s. Maybe it's changed.

[@brusea13]

Thanks for pulling back the curtain. Really like the drone work.

[@ranolden9717]

Flag cabinet?! So it's an assortment of national flags for all your flag needs? you should post it on /r/vexillology.

[@JeffHK]

+Ranolden yup but only like 30-40 countries, not sure if its interesting topic for r/vex

[@WhiteSwordInterieur]

Ranolden flags are also used for communication. as Well every ship has all the country's flags of the harbour. so let's say I'm a dutch assigned vessel carry a dutch flag going to tokyo japan I also hoyst a Japanese flag. as sign of respect flags can be used as sign language or emergency declarement of the vessel and what time of emergency.

[@SportSoulLife]

The Airgunner Show off range Specially if you are waiting for some kind of service from shore you want to make sure to hoist that flag, and that its hoisted the right way too. Else you might be waiting a hell of a lot longer for whatever servise youre waiting for.

[@LylyBennett]

Most of those flags are from the International Code of Signals (40 of them, the rest being country flags). Each flag has its specific meaning but combining flags can also change that meaning. There is usually a book on the bridge that explains each meaning. For example, 3 letter codes starting with M are messages is relation to medical situations. MKZ = "Patient has no control over his bowels."

[@mikec2285]

For the most part nautical flags are something of an anachronism left over from the "pre radio" days that allow ships to transmit information to other interested parties but a few are still commonly used. The ones I recall using often are "Quebec" (all yellow) meaning Free Pratique which roughly translates to "nobody is sick on board so you dont have to worry about hanging out with us" and "Bravo" (all red) which is used when taking on fuel so others know to be extra cautious when nearby and "Hotel" (red and white) which means that a pilot is onboard so you can expect the vessel to be operating according to correct local procedures. The rest of the flags mostly just gathered dust but we had to have them just in case, although honestly I don't think any of us would have known any use for the rest of them without looking up the meanings. There are also national flags so that you can fly a courtesy flag of the nation you are visiting up on the mast in addition to your own national flag of registration on the stern. While at sea the national flags are not generally flown as there is no one to see them and they will just get worn out if they are left up all the time.

[@grahammulligan6320]

Jeff, your videos are first class productions in every sense, very interesting and very informative. You are a natural presenter so please keep your Vlog going. You work for a top company OOCL. They were a major customer of mine when I ran two international sea ports, Port of Brisbane, and Port Wellington. They remain a very important customer of a transport company I am currently a director of - Chalmers Ltd in Brisbane and Melbourne where we handle their containers land side. You are a credit to OOCL so please stick with them and they will look after you. I very much look forward to your next videos. Best regards Graham

[@JeffHK]

+Graham Mulligan thank you Graham, flattered

[@thedude5901]

I don't see how it is "[sad]" that ships still use paper charts. Paper can't have an unexpected hard drive failure as a computer can.

[@mikec2285]

I agree! I love the look and feel of a paper chart and honestly while they are less convenient than a good chart plotter/ARPA scope they still give a better "big picture" and quicker means to look over all of the information at once.

[@teamnanolph]

Because it will be an additional burden for the second officer. He has to update/correct charts every week as per Notice to Mariners MANUALLY. The adaptation of modern electronic means of navigation was a kind of relief as updating the electronic charts will just be easily uploaded on the unit. The implementation of Full ECDIS as a primary means of navigation also depends to the company. Some still prefer paper charts as their back up. So, it’s still kinda sad 😕

[@Silenthunter199]

Still i think that paper chart as a BACK-UP is a must. Paper charts can't fail like computers. By the way, as a law states, second officer only must to update maps, for the current voyage (before departing). After that updating it only on current route. Of course, good maritime practice requires updating all maps onboard, but nobody has time for that.

[@vittocarag2012]

thank you for all of the very helpful videos! hope you continue doing videos like this to help people like me who wants to be a deck officer someday. hehe. may god bless you always and more power to you!

[@GodofKings7]

How hard can it be to navigate a ship, really it's just go in this one direction for 10 days very slowly. Done.

[@JeffHK]

Heavy traffic, maybe alter every 10 minutes. Clear Coastal waters about every 2-3 hours. Open Ocean about every 4~8 hours

[@GodofKings7]

Haha I was just kidding, seeing if anybody took me seriously :p but good to know the details!

[@CanadaMatt]

@@GodofKings7 I get the joke, but it's amazing how much attention to course and position is required to make an efficient trip. Wind and currents can wreak havoc on your ability to sail in a "straight line", and even being a degree off course can translate into a lot of expensive travel time to get back on course after a few thousand miles. Even far out at sea, it's rare to go for any significant length of time without taking a position fix and correcting your heading to stay on course. With the onset of GPS, however, it's become much easier to stay precisely on course.

[@krishnaprasadk5836]

Your video making skills are top notch! Better than many professional documentaries. The content, narration and the voice over are blended perfectly. I usually do not leave comments for videos, but this time I couldn't resist the temptation to leave a comment ( and subscribed !). Love your videos ! Keep them coming.. thanks a lot dude !!

[@JeffHK]

Thank you for your support! Such kind words :) keeps me motivated!

[@brianspiller8726]

Being one of the 'old timers' you referred too I enjoyed your tour of the bridge and it was great to see such advances (and your descriptions )since my time at sea late 50's to 70's when container ships made their appearance and changed shipping for ever! GPS was still a bit of a mystery and my company did not have satellite navigation as at the time it was very unreliable--so they said!!! Thanks again for your enjoyable video.

[@llccghw2008]

This was incredibly interesting, and I never gave much thought to the running of one of these big shops. Absolutely amazing and your video production is really excellent. Thank you for sharing. My husband is going to watch next!

[@almarivas8917]

I work in the port of Lazaro Cardenas in Mexico and it's so cool to get to see the vessel from a different point of view!

[@BABYSDOC_MOBILE_YOUTUBER]

Your videos have very professional touch. Just like a Hollywood blockbuster !

[@JeffHK]

+BABYSDOC ☺️☺️ i'm flattered

[@mikec2285]

Nice job on the video bro! I too found that making videos is a great way to pass the off duty time, way cool. It was fun watching you pass all the other ships, when I was out there we were always the one getting passed, lol.

[@AntonIvanovichTrades]

i like the one)Thank you for showing around.I am a russian future seaman.Study in maritime state acamedy in Saint Petersburg.I am gonna work as a navigator.The following year i will get practice in a cool company!)

[@jacksagephoenix]

This is one of the coolest things I have ever seen.

[@survivalcomms]

I am really enjoying your videos. Very educational and your production is top notch. Thank you for sharing !

[@JeffHK]

+SurvivalComms thanks for the support!

[@FW190D9]

I enjoy your videos very much!! We get a glimpse into a world most won’t. Incredible production work also. Thanks for posting these.

[@dhananjaymehta7881]

Loved this video a lot.... Got a lot to learn. Need to appreciate hard work behind making of this video. Especially the background music is amazing in the beginning of the video (We Are Alive), enhancing the content displayed in this video. Respect.👍 Sir Jeffrey.

[@p3rs0n42]

I used to do IT and satellite network support in the shipping industry, but I never really understood the industry. I was just focused on the IT side and have no experience of it in real life. It's fascinating to follow your journey and see the fine detail of it all!

[@ChloeStandingUpstairs]

You should make a video explaining all outdated methods the ship uses and why they are still in use today. Like why you still use a sextant, telegraph, and flags among other things. I'm finding it really interesting and i would love to know more. Your videos are amazing and I would love to see you keep making them!

[@JeffHK]

+frontierpsychiatrist it boils down to... owners only care about moving cargo from point A to point B. So technology advancement is very slow (compare to land vehicles and aero) Passenger ships are the exceptions and will have most advance systems

[@x2surfer]

what an awesome and beautifully made video 👌🏼

[@alcoholikosnaftis]

i always find your videos so relaxing and satisfying. Keep up with the good work

[@MrCellissimo]

Your videos are fantastic. I like how you go into detail, and besides that your filming and editing are both excellent.

[@hubmartin]

Awesome production quality with every new video.

[@adityarizki7495]

By far you're the best marine vlogger in youtube. subcribed

[@RandeepSingh07]

Awesome... The addition of movie clips were just fabulous and to the point... Great work... Recently came across your channel... and You got a new subscriber... I trust you are still active and keep uploading... Thanks... Be safe and healthy during these testing times...!!!

[@gilanbarona9814]

Attention on deck! Thank you, skipper. Two of my uncles served at sea, and I have toured their bridges. Yours looks as familiar as theirs, but with a bit more advanced tech in it. Alas, for me, I am merely a private sailor on a sailboat with a back-up motor. My 'bridge' is the tiny cockpit abaft the mainmast and not as fancy as your bridge. Thanks again for the tour.

[@kenkennaranjo]

I love your channel so much, thank you for inspiring me. I'm a deck-cadet now, done for my first vessel and after watching all your vids it's really boosts my confidence and give me exciting adventures ahead in the future. thank you so much. you've got another subscriber. godbless😋😄

[@rj32]

Another great video! Dude I love your cinematography and your video editing. Great job. Thumbs up

[@carlogonzalez2177]

Just earned a new subscriber. Really good to see a co seafarer doing vlogs! And your footage is just really good specially the drone shots. Safe sailing mate!

[@crazedheifer6323]

Fargin' awesome. Really well done. I love how thorough you were. Can't wait to show my kids. I saw a couple of your other videos and will be passing on to their teachers. It's cool demonstration of weather and modern day globalization. Your high quality make them worth watching.

[@francissuarez3318]

It's a great video Jeff. Videos like that are very important for cadets, to know about the navigation equipment on board and how it works. I would like that you explain us about the difference between the X-band radar and S-band radar.

[@valecastro4635]

your videos are awesome!, they help me evacuate a lot of questions , greetings from uruguay!

[@wizardmix]

This is a fantastic detailed leap into a world I know very little about but am no less fascinated by. Your cinematography is really really good. Instant subscriber here! Thank you!

[@LoadmasterB707]

Extraordinary description of the command bridge. The drone gives the video another very intresting perspective. Thank you very much.-

[@ecrusch]

Really enjoying your videos. When would I ever have seen a bridge in real life? This is excellent! Thank you

[@ugnbugn]

Another brilliant production Jeff. You have a real talent for video - logical flow, seamless transitions, great voiceover. Love your work! Please keep it up.

[@Alpha_AI8888]

This is actually pretty cool. The only ships that I'm familiar with are the old WW2 battleships, Oil carriers, air craft carries, and the older Great Lakes steamer ore ships. I'm especially familiar with the Missouri and Iowa. I've always been a fan of ships, and this actually provides some insider knowledge. Thanks for the awesome videos.

[@WyomingMP]

I'll admit, you produce some of the best films I've seen!

[@robertcalderon2227]

Dude those *enhance* style cuts are awesome. Love it!