MaxSea tides data base

MaxSea New data base of world tides available

We are pleased to inform you that a new version of our database of global tides is now available on our site for all users TimeZero .
To install, please visit our website and click on link to download installer.

Please see the PDF file (in English) for  detailed areas updates.

YANMAR 4LHA-HTTP engine test run

Test run Yanmar engine at workshop

YANMAR 4LHA-HTTP engine refit

YANMAR 4LHA-HTTP engine being refitted.
Almost there to be tested shortly

MaxSea NOAA Raster & Vector charts update

We are pleased to announce the release of the free update maps by NOAA raster and vector MapMedia.

The following NOAA maps are now available:

• MWVSUSAMAP8.1 NOAA Vector Charts & USACE Inland Charts
• MWRUSAMAP7.1  NOAA Raster Charts

NOAA raster map coverage (left) and vector (right) 

Update Information

• NOAA vector updates (S57) Maps: This release adds 71 ​​new vector maps and many improvements.
• NOAA raster charts updates: This version includes all the latest changes found in the NOAA paper charts.

Example of the changes introduced by this new version: numbered (right) buoys 

Access all the information on these map updates this PDF file (English). NOAA charts are free and you can download via our MaxSea Charts catalog to make sure you have the most recent map data available for the United States.

KVH mini-VSAT Broadband satphone

It is time to check the new KVH mini VSAT new technology and compare communications costs that have dramatically gone down compared to Inmarsat rates. Worth upgrading?

With mini-VSAT Broadband’s advanced spread spectrum technology, you get next-generation Satellite Communications today. Everywhere your vessel travels, you’ll experience always-on broadband, high-quality voice connections, and fast Internet and e-mail access - all with flexible plans and airtime 1/10th the cost of other solutions.

TracPhone® V3ip - World’s smallest maritime VSAT - Please see or donwnload hereafter documents.

• TracPhone® V3ip - Small antenna, big performance - Specs sheet HERE.
•  TracPhone® V3/V3ip - “Better Broadband Bundle” Promotion HERE
•  TracPhone® V3/V3ip – Airtime communication Rate Sheet HERE
• Understanding SATCOM Costs – Metered Plans comparison sheet HERE
• Mini-VSAT Broadband Optional Crew or Guests Calling System HERE

Yanmar Engine lifting

Engine coming out the companion way.

Engine smooth landing

Time for a good engine refit. Sandblast mounts and steel supports. Check for cracks and paint.
Dismantle engine, refit and paint.

Mast unstepping

Laurent installing the slings around carbon mast of
Swan 60-028 CIGNO ROSSO
Time for a rig check before the season starts

Coming out

Quite a tall mast actually ;-)

Not much space left around