Admiralty - NP264 - Tidal Stream Atlas Channel Islands/French Coast
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Plan your route along the Channel Islands and French coast with this detailed tidal stream atlas. Hourly current directions, speeds, and neap/spring tide rates ensure confident and safe navigation.
NP264
Data sheet
- Who is the publisher or the author?
- Admiralty
- On what digital medium is this nautical chart / book stored?
- paper medium
- What type of navigation book is this?
- tidal currents
- What is the size?
- paper medium
- Picto
- In English language
Specific References
- UPC
- 400000062990
- EAN13
- 4000000108115
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Navigate with Confidence in One of Europe’s Most Complex Tidal Zones
The Tidal Stream Atlas for the Channel Islands and French Coast is a specialized navigational tool engineered to provide mariners with precise, hour-by-hour tidal current data. This paperback reference is indispensable for commercial shipping, fishing operations, and offshore projects where understanding tidal movements is critical to safety and efficiency. Covering the waters between the Channel Islands and the adjacent French coastline, it delivers actionable insights for navigating one of the most dynamic maritime environments in Europe.
Hourly Tidal Stream Data for Unmatched Precision
This atlas stands out for its granular approach to tidal prediction, offering detailed diagrams that illustrate the direction and velocity of currents at every hour. Each arrow is graduated to show average neap and spring tide rates in tenths of a knot, allowing mariners to calculate exact current speeds for any given time. A supplementary diagram further enhances its utility by enabling users to determine current flow for specific dates, ensuring adaptability to varying tidal cycles. This level of detail is essential for route optimization, fuel savings, and avoiding hazardous conditions in high-traffic areas.
Built for Professional Use in Demanding Conditions
Designed with the needs of maritime professionals in mind, this paperback edition is robust enough to withstand the rigors of onboard use. Its large-format diagrams are easy to read, even in low-light or high-stress situations, and its durable construction ensures longevity in all weather conditions. Unlike digital alternatives, this atlas provides a reliable, fail-safe reference that remains accessible even when electronic systems are unavailable, making it a trusted companion for commercial fleets, coast guards, and offshore operators.
Optimized for the Unique Challenges of the Channel Islands and French Coast
The waters between the Channel Islands and the French coast are known for their complex tidal patterns, which can significantly impact navigation, fuel consumption, and operational safety. This atlas addresses these challenges head-on, offering tailored data that helps mariners anticipate tidal shifts, avoid strong currents, and plan routes with confidence. Whether you're piloting a cargo vessel through congested shipping lanes, managing a fishing fleet in tidal-dependent zones, or overseeing offshore construction, this tool provides the insights needed to navigate safely and efficiently.
This Tidal Stream Atlas is a paperback reference published in 1993, offering detailed tidal current data for the Channel Islands and French coast. It includes hourly direction and velocity of currents, illustrated with graduated arrows showing average neap and spring tide rates in tenths of a knot. The atlas features a supplementary diagram for calculating current flow on specific dates and weighs 1.9 kg, making it a practical and durable tool for professional mariners.
For over two centuries, this hydrographic authority has been a global leader in maritime navigation, providing accurate and reliable charts, publications, and data to commercial fleets, navies, and offshore industries. Their products are trusted by mariners worldwide for their precision, durability, and adherence to the highest standards of hydrographic science, ensuring safety and efficiency in even the most challenging waters.
- This Tidal Stream Atlas offers unparalleled accuracy in predicting tidal currents, enabling safer and more efficient navigation in the Channel Islands and French coast. Its detailed hourly data, durable paperback format, and fail-safe accessibility make it an indispensable tool for professional mariners, ensuring optimal route planning and operational reliability in high-traffic and tidal-dependent waters.
What areas are covered by this tidal stream atlas?
The atlas covers tidal streams for the Channel Islands and adjacent French coasts in northwest Europe, detailing direction and speed of currents.
How are tidal currents represented in the atlas?
Tidal currents are shown using graduated arrows, indicating average neap and spring rates in tenths of a knot for each hour.
Can I calculate current flow for a specific date?
Yes, the atlas includes an additional diagram to calculate current flow for any given date.
What units are used to measure tidal stream speeds?
Tidal stream speeds are measured in tenths of a knot for both neap and spring tides.
Is this atlas suitable for professional maritime navigation?
Yes, it is designed for professional use, providing precise tidal stream data for safe and efficient navigation.
How much does the atlas weigh?
The paper version of the atlas weighs 1.9 kg.
Is the atlas available in languages other than English?
No, the atlas is only available in English.
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