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Are crew members who do not possess a corresponding skipper license (certificate of competence) actually allowed to steer a yacht? If so, under what conditions? And – does the insurance pay if damage occurs while the skipper was just below deck? This question is often and gladly discussed – SeaHelp sheds light on the matter. Generally speaking: Yes – crew...
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One battery for everything: those days are over. Modern boat electronics have evolved into complex systems that go far beyond a simple starter battery. On sailing and motor yachts, different battery technologies often run in parallel, which makes maintaining the charging technology more difficult. How it can still be successful, and what you should look out for during...
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At the latest before the start of the coming season, boat owners should think about the contents of their fuel tanks, because: fuel can go "bad" – and at different rates depending on the type. This is particularly relevant for boat and yacht owners, as long periods of standstill, humidity and temperature fluctuations can further accelerate aging. Recommendations for the...
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Flying flags on sailing yachts follows a long maritime tradition and is not only a matter of etiquette, but in some cases also significant in terms of national and international law – especially regarding the courtesy flag (guest country flag). Tips from the SeaHelp editorial team on the correct use of flags, Part 1. We regularly receive questions about flag...
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A thorough inspection of the sail wardrobe and the entire rigging is well worth it before the season begins. Much damage occurs gradually during winter storage due to improper storage, moisture, dirt, or salt crystals. To ensure that the sail wardrobe is ready for use when heading out after the winter break, several points should be observed. SeaHelp has compiled...
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Smartphones and tablets have now become important helpers for life on board. In addition to established electronic nautical charts, sailors and motorboat skippers can find many more or less sophisticated apps for their hobby in the stores. In the following, SeaHelp presents selected apps for route planning and boat monitoring, which are generally offered free of charge as basic or...
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Boating with children? Good idea! Anyone planning to take the kids on board a charter yacht later on should prepare them "gently" for boating beforehand – for example, during a relaxed houseboat trip. Harald Kuhnle from Kuhnle-Tours explains what to look out for. Anyone planning to set sail with children on a charter yacht, for example in Croatia, is well...
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The wording "unforeseen damage caused from outside" is a central concept in insurance law – especially in hull insurance for motor vehicles, yachts and boats – for delimiting covered risks. It defines which events are considered "insured accidents" or "insured damage". In the following, Robert Perger from SeaHelp Insurance explains the legal meaning in detail. "Unforeseen" – What does that...
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There are many ways to protect boats and yachts from theft; in addition to mechanical methods, there are now many electronic ways to protect against thieves. A relatively new type of theft protection, which is already used for valuable classic cars and comparable goods, is microdot marking. SeaHelp explains what this is and what the advantages and disadvantages are. What...
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