Maritime Meteorology

Brouwer, John en Henk Huizinga: Polestar Publications, softcover, illustrated. Meteorology plays a vital role in today’s maritime world, optimizing planning, and significantly contributing to the safety of the seafarers and their vessels. Maritime Meteorology is a comprehensive reference guide that explains the basics of meteorology, such as wind, pressure systems and circulation and discusses these in a maritime context. In addition the book contains an extensive chapter on oceanography and its impact on seafaring, explaining sea currents, waves and deep & shallow water. Also an explanation of the routening program SPOS is added. This comprehensive and well-structured textbook is designed specifically for maritime academies and all others interested in seafaring. ISBN 9789083372792 Nieuw