Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Ocean Safety ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.oceansafety.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [BEYOND THE EQUIPMENT: OCEAN SAFETY EXPANDS SUPERYACHT PRESENCE AT METSTRADE 2026](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/beyond-the-equipment-ocean-safety-expands-superyacht-presence-at-metstrade-2026): A new space in the Superyacht Zone adds a dedicated space for superyacht equipment alongside the Alliance Marine stand. - [What Happens During a Lifejacket Service?](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/what-happens-during-a-lifejacket-service): A lifejacket is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment on board. Like any life-saving device, it must be regularly inspected and serviced to ensure it will perform correctly when needed most. Annual servicing by an approved service station should be considered an essential part of responsible ownership, not an optional extra. - [OCEAN SAFETY APPOINTED EXCLUSIVE UK DISTRIBUTOR FOR BUFF® SAFETY](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-appointed-exclusive-uk-distributor-for-buff-safety): This new agreement brings internationally certified head and neck PPE to the UK commercial marine market. - [OCEAN SAFETY TO SHOWCASE COMMERCIAL MARINE EXPERTISE AT SMM HAMBURG](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-to-showcase-commercial-marine-expertise-at-smm-hamburg): Ocean Safety will exhibit at SMM Hamburg from 1st to 4th September, joining the global commercial maritime community to discuss the operational challenges, regulatory requirements and technical support that underpin safe and compliant vessel operations. - [OCEAN SAFETY EXPANDS GAS SERVICING CAPABILITY SUPPORTING SAFETY-CRITICAL SYSTEMS ACROSS COMMERCIAL MARINE](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-expands-gas-servicing-capability-supporting-safety-critical-systems-across-commercial-marine): Ocean Safety has strengthened its position as a specialist safety partner to commercial and operational marine sectors with a fully integrated gas servicing and supply capability, supporting critical onboard systems across shipping, offshore and industrial environments. - [[Case Study] The Importance of Getting Equipment Serviced by an Approved Service Station](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/case-study-the-importance-of-getting-equipment-serviced-by-an-approved-service-station): Ocean Safety have a dedicated network of approved service stations around the world, all of whom must adhere to our strict policies of servicing, which follows on from their in-depth training. - [OCEAN SAFETY LAUNCHES TWO GROUNDBREAKING JON BUOY PRODUCTS AT METSTRADE 2025](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-launches-two-groundbreaking-jon-buoy-products-at-metstrade-2025): Hall 5 – Stand 05.141 | Alliance Marine Stand, French Pavilion Ocean Safety is revealing a new era of marine safety innovation at METSTRADE 2025, with the global launch of two advanced additions to its Jon Buoy range: the Jon Buoy EVAC and the Jon Buoy Mk 6 Smart Release.  - [OCEAN SAFETY TO REVEAL NEW JON BUOY SOLUTIONS AT METSTRADE 2025](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-to-reveal-new-jon-buoy-solutions-at-metstrade-2025): Hall 5 – Stand 05.141 | Alliance Marine Stand, French Pavilion - [The Evolution of Lifejackets](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/the-evolution-of-lifejackets): Lifejackets have been essential in safeguarding lives at sea for centuries. From rudimentary flotation aids in ancient times to the advanced, technology-integrated devices of today, the evolution of lifejackets reflects humanity's enduring commitment to maritime safety.  - [Is Liferaft Hire Right For You? ](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/is-liferaft-hire-right-for-you): Ensuring the safety of your vessel and crew is paramount, but the decision to purchase or hire essential equipment like liferafts depends on various factors. Ocean Safety offers flexible liferaft hire solutions tailored to meet diverse needs, whether you're a commercial operator, leisure boater or racing enthusiast.  - [A guide to flares and their proper use](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/a-guide-to-flares-and-their-proper-use): Ensuring safety at sea is paramount for all mariners. One of the most effective means of signalling distress is using pyrotechnic flares. IKAROS flares are renowned for their reliability and compliance with international safety standards. This guide delves into the types of flares available, their proper usage, relevant UK and EU regulations and the integration of modern electronic alternatives.  - [Evolution of liferafts: How liferafts have changed over the years ](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/evolution-of-liferafts-how-liferafts-have-changed-over-the-years): Liferafts have come a long way since the days of bulky wooden boats. Back in the early days, lifeboats were huge, heavy and powered by oars or paddles – not exactly easy to manoeuvre, especially in an emergency. While they did the job, they took up loads of space and needed a full crew to operate properly.  - [The Famous Project Update – Dee Caffari](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/the-famous-project-update-dee-caffari): Entering 2025 I realised very quickly that I needed to adjust my mantra. I had become so comfortable telling people that my next big round the world project was taking place ‘next year’ that I hadn’t fully appreciated that next year was actually this year.  The change from ‘next’ to ‘this’ has been a sharp reality check and, in truth, we are just months away from The Famous Projects’ Jules Verne Trophy attempt. The optimal weather window for our endeavour sits between October and February, with limited stretch either end of that. What seems counterintuitive for those of us who live in the Northern Hemisphere makes total sense when you explain that the Southern Ocean is best tackled in the Southern Hemisphere summer so we can experience the best weather possible and lowest risk of ice. As soon as you extend the weather window in either direction, the potential for storms, big waves and presence of ice are all higher. The Southern Ocean is challenging enough without adding to the risks we are going to face. - [Ocean Safety to showcase cutting-edge safety innovations at METSTRADE 2024](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-to-showcase-cutting-edge-safety-innovations-at-metstrade-2024): Ocean Safety, a leading provider of marine safety equipment, is excited to announce its participation at METSTRADE 2024, the world’s largest international exhibition for the leisure marine industry, where the company will showcase its extensive range of innovative safety products. - [Fire Safety for Leisure Boaters ](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/fire-safety-for-leisure-boaters): Fire is one of the biggest threats to safety on board any boat. A vessel’s hull and interior are made of highly flammable materials which means a fire can spread quickly, emitting flames, smoke and noxious fumes that can engulf a cabin within seconds.   - [Ocean Safety launches revolutionary addition to its Jon Buoy range at SMM 2024](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-launches-revolutionary-addition-to-its-jon-buoy-range-at-smm-2024): Leading marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety will be launching a revolutionary addition to its popular MOB Jon Buoy range - the Jon Buoy Recovery Module MK 6 Valise, at the renowned SMM commercial trade show in Germany. - [Ocean Safety appoints new Plymouth Branch Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-appoint-new-plymouth-branch-manager): Specialist in all aspects of marine safety, and supplier of the world’s leading brands in safety and survival, Ocean Safety has appointed Glyn Nicholls to head up its UK Southwest regional branch, where his extensive sales experience and knowledge of the maritime industry will prove invaluable for local marine consumers and beyond. - [Safety Aspects to Consider when Cruising in the Mediterranean](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/safety-aspects-to-consider-when-cruising-in-the-mediterranean): If you’ve reached the conclusion that it’s more economical to charter than to own, you’ll be back from your winter trip to the windy old Caribbean. It’ll soon be time to fly down to the Med for some summer sailing where you’ll find on-board safety regs are generally tighter than they are across the pond.   - [The Famous Project Update](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/the-famous-project-update): At the beginning of 2024 the announcement that Ocean Safety had become the official Safety Partner of The Famous Project was made. In the short period of time since then a great deal has happened but, as I have discovered, even the journey towards this speed record is going to be a fast one.  - [Safety aspects to consider when cruising in the Caribbean ](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/safety-aspects-to-consider-when-cruising-in-the-caribbean): It’s Caribbean charter time. You’ve packed your sunscreen and bikini, topped up your Spotify downloads and bought a new floppy hat. All that personal stuff can be left to common sense, but what about safety?   - [How to keep your boat safe during a storm – in harbour and out at sea ](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/how-to-keep-your-boat-safe-during-a-storm-in-harbour-and-out-at-sea): Bad weather is unpleasant at the best of times, but its effects are magnified if you’re onboard your boat, whether you’re in harbour or out at sea.  - [Ocean Safety highlights importance of onboard safety equipment at Boot Dusseldorf 2024](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-boot-2024): Ocean Safety will be highlighting the importance of marine safety and the provision of onboard safety equipment with an extensive selection of its innovative lifesaving products at Boot Dusseldorf, 20-28 January 2024. - [OCEAN SAFETY ENHANCES TECHNICAL TEAM WITH NEW APPOINTMENTS](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-enhances-technical-team-with-new-appointments): Ocean Safety has made three crucial appointments to enhance its current technical team, reinforcing its leadership position in the design, manufacture, and supply of marine safety equipment across the commercial, military and leisure marine sectors. - [OCEAN SAFETY UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY AT METSTRADE 2023](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-unveils-new-brand-identity-at-metstrade-2023): Marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety has unveiled its striking new brand identity at METSTRADE 2023. - [OCEAN SAFETY JOINS FORCES WITH THE FAMOUS PROJECT AS OFFICIAL SAFETY PARTNER](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-joins-forces-with-the-famous-project-as-official-safety-partner): Marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety is delighted to announce it has joined forces with The Famous Project as their Official Safety Partner as the all-female team launches its campaign to take on the legendary Jules Verne Trophy. - [How to stay safe when wing foiling](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/how-to-stay-safe-when-wing-foiling): Exhilarating and serious fun, the relatively new watersport of wing foiling is gaining in popularity; it needs less kit than kiting, less space to kit up and the foil makes it possible to have a great session even in very light winds. - [New look and new location for Ocean Safety at METS 2023](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/new-look-and-new-location-for-ocean-safety-at-mets-2023): Global marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety will be unveiling its new brand identity at Metstrade, 15-17 November 2023. - [A to Z Sailing Terms Guide](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/a-to-z-sailing-terms-guide): A COMPENDIUM OF SAILING TERMS AND PHRASES - [Finding the Perfect Personal Locator Beacon](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/finding-the-perfect-personal-locator-beacon): When it comes to being out at sea, many offshore skippers and crew members are realizing the importance of having a handheld beacon within reach, typically attached to a lifejacket. These beacons play a crucial role in emergencies, as they emit a distress signal when activated, alerting potential rescuers not only to your situation but also providing them with your precise location for a swift rescue. - [AquaSpec’s marine safety lights gain UK MCA MER (Red Ensign) approval](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/aquaspec-marine-safety-lights-mer-approval): Marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety has announced that its principal supplier of marine safety lights, AquaSpec, has received MER (Red Ensign) approval across its entire range of lights. - [How to configure your MOB1](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/583-how-to-configure-your-mob1): Sailors are increasingly investing in personal AIS units to assist in locating and rescuing them should they fall overboard. A popular choice is the Ocean Signal RescueME MOB1 but, as with all safety equipment, it only works if worn and set upcorrectly.  - [Ocean Safety introduces new commercial liferafts at Seawork 2023](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/582-ocean-safety-introduces-new-commercial-liferafts-at-seawork-2023): Marine safety equipment specialist, Ocean Safety, is launching its new 14 and 16 person ISO 9650 Type 1 compliant commercial liferafts at Seawork, 13-15 June 2023. - [406Day Signals Pre-season reminder of life-saving benefits of 406 MHz beacons](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/581-406day-signals-pre-season-reminder-of-life-saving-benefits-of-406-mhz-beacons): This April 6th, leading UK safety specialists Ocean Signal and Ocean Safety are joining forces for the 11th 406Day campaign to raise awareness about life-saving 406 MHz beacon technology. - [Ocean Safety appoints new Sales Office Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/579-ocean-safety-appoints-new-sales-office-manager): Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, has strengthen its sales team with the appointment of Mary Clark as Sales Office Manager. - [How to register your EPIRB](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/how-to-register-your-epirb): An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is a non-negotiable piece of safety equipment. Every boat should carry one, and all crew should be trained on how to use it.  - [Ocean Safety meets new 2023 MCA standard with Red Ensign approval](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/577-ocean-safety-meets-new-2023-mca-standard-with-red-ensign-approval): Marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety has announced that its range of commercial liferafts meet the new ‘Red Ensign’ standard for United Kingdom conformity assessment procedures for marine equipment and are now approved to carry the Red Ensign logo. - [Ocean safety and Dee Caffari issue key safety considerations for double handed crews](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/576-ocean-safety-and-dee-caffari-issue-key-safety-considerations-for-double-handed-crews): Ocean Safety and Dee Caffari have worked together to provide safety advice to customers and sailors competing in the double handed sailing circuit this year.    - [Leading lifesaving equipment from Ocean Safety on display at boot Dusseldorf 2023](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/574-leading-lifesaving-equipment-from-ocean-safety-on-display-at-boot-dusseldorf-2023the-marine-safety-experts-who-manufacture-supply-and-service-leisure-and-commercial-marine-safety-equipment-includi): Ocean Safety will be shining a spotlight on marine safety and showcasing an extensive selection of its innovative lifesaving equipment at boot Dusseldorf, 21-29 January 2023. - [Ocean Safety – Winter Service Offer 2022/23](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/573-ocean-safety-winter-service-offer-2022-23): Book in your safety products for servicing this winter - [Winterisation](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/winterisation): A safety kit - Should be removed from the boat. If you cannot fill your house, shed or garage with the kit then put the kit inside the boat. That way it is kept safe, clean and dry. This is also a good opportunity to send the kit for service, so they arrive in good time for the next season. You can always plan your servicing so not all the costs come in at once. Lifejackets one month, liferaft the next month and so on. Jack lines should also be removed from the deck. These are often forgotten and with the weather, they degrade. They also get a lot of grit and dirt in them that can stain the decks. - [Ocean Safety leads the way in marine safety at METS](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/571-ocean-safety-leads-the-way-in-marine-safety-at-mets): Ocean Safety is leading the way in marine safety with expert advice and an extensive range of lifesaving products at Metstrade, 15-17 November 2022. - [What to look for when you are selecting a lifejacket](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/what-to-look-for-when-you-are-selecting-a-lifejacket): Whatever boating activity you are undertaking, a lifejacket or buoyancy aid is one of the most fundamental bits of kit you should be taking with you. Before you decide on what to buy take a quick look at our ‘Lifejacket or buoyancy aid – what’s the difference’ article to decide which is most suitable. If you have selected a non-foam lifejacket, read on! - [Ask the Expert – Man Overboard Location and Retrieval](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/569-ask-the-expert-man-overboard-location-and-retrieval): A man overboard (MOB) situation is something we hope will never happen. But if it should, are you and your crew prepared? Alistair Hackett, Managing Director at Ocean Safety, offers his advice on the location and retrieval of a MOB.   - [Expert safety advice from Ocean Safety at SIBS](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/567-expert-safety-advice-from-ocean-safety-at-sibs): Ocean Safety, specialist in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, will be offering expert safety advice and showcasing its extensive range of innovative lifesaving products at the Southampton International Boat Show, 16-25 September 2022. - [Ocean Safety launches new style container for Ocean SOLAS Throw-Over Liferaft](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/565-ocean-safety-launches-new-style-container-for-ocean-solas-throw-over-liferaft): Range Extension - [Ocean Safety sponsors Speed@Seawork 2022 and will exhibit at Seawork](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/563-ocean-safety-sponsors-speed-seawork-2022-and-will-exhibit-at-seawork-2): Ocean Safety, specialist in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, is delighted to be sponsoring the 2022 edition of Speed@Seawork. - [Prepping safety equipment for the new season](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/557-prepping-safety-equipment-for-the-new-season): As we enter a new boating season, to ensure you have a fun-filled and carefree time afloat, Alistair Hackett, Managing Director at Ocean Safety, offers his advice on prepping your onboard safety equipment so it’s ready to go should you ever need it. - [Annual 406Day Raises Awareness About Life-Saving Beacon Technology](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/561-annual-406day-raises-awareness-about-life-saving-beacon-technology): This April 6th, the annual 406Day campaign is celebrating a decade of raising awareness about 406 MHz beacons. The tenth 406Day highlights how boaters and adventurers can benefit from the new life-saving technology available in the latest next generation devices. - [Ocean Safety expands commercial marine safety product portfolio](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/560-ocean-safety-expands-commercial-marine-safety-product-portfolio): Specialist in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, Ocean Safety has expanded its commercial marine portfolio to offer a wider selection of commercial lifejackets and accessories, including Spinlock’s DURO range. - [Deploying your Danbuoy Horseshoe](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/559-deploying-your-danbuoy-horseshoe) - [How to put on your lifejacket](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/553-how-to-put-on-your-lifejacket) - [Ocean Safety appointed exclusive Australian distribution of Ocean Regatta Liferaft](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/554-ocean-safety-appointed-exclusive-australian-distribution-of-ocean-regatta-liferaft): Ocean Safety, specialist in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, has been appointed sole Australian distributor of the Ocean Regatta Liferaft. - [Man Overboard Equipment](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/549-man-overboard-equipment): Every seagoing vessel should be aware of how they are going to be able to lift someone back onboard if they fall into the water. The different designs of vessels such as the size, the height of the freeboard and the access availability will all dictate what types of man overboard equipment would be most suitable. - [OCEAN SAFETY WITHDRAW FROM METSTRADE 2021](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/547-ocean-safety-withdraw-from-metstrade): Gathering at METS is an institution in the marine industry – last year it didn’t happen and this year it looks like many will not be attending due to the introduction of a new partial lockdown in Holland. Much of the industry have elected to cancel their attendance at the last minute, Ocean Safety and all the Alliance Marine group of companies have done the same to ensure that we don’t contribute to the increase in infections and also to keep our staff safe. - [Ocean Safety at boot Dusseldorf 2022](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/545-ocean-safety-at-boot-dusseldorf-2022): Marine safety equipment specialist, Ocean Safety will be showcasing its innovative lifesaving product ranges at boot Dusseldorf when the show returns on 22nd January 2022. - [Ocean Safety to showcase its innovative lifesaving product ranges at boot Dusseldorf 2022](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/543-ocean-safety-to-showcase-its-innovative-lifesaving-product-ranges-at-boot-dusseldorf-2022): Marine safety equipment specialist, Ocean Safety will be showcasing its innovative lifesaving product ranges at boot Dusseldorf when the show returns on 22nd January 2022. - [What to look for when you are selecting a lifejacket](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/542-what-to-look-for-when-you-are-selecting-a-lifejacket): Whatever boating activity you are undertaking, a lifejacket or buoyancy aid is one of the most fundamental bits of kit you should be taking with you. Before you decide on what to buy take a quick look at our ‘Lifejacket or buoyancy aid – what’s the difference’ article to decide which is most suitable. If you have selected a non-foam lifejacket, read on! - [Ocean Safety extends its Jon Buoy MOB Recovery range](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/541-ocean-safety-extends-its-jon-buoy-mob-recovery-range): Ocean Safety has extended its industry leading Jon Buoy Man Overboard (MOB) Recovery range with the addition of a soft case option for its Jon Buoy Inflatable Rescue Sling and its Jon Buoy Inflatable Horseshoe. - [Ocean Safety launches new MOB product range at METS](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/540-ocean-safety-launches-new-mob-product-range-at-mets): Ocean Safety, specialist in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, is launching a new range of Man Overboard (MOB) retrieval equipment at Metstrade, 16-18 November 2021. - [Which personal locator beacon is right for me?](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/539-which-personal-locator-beacon-is-right-for-me): Offshore skippers and crew are increasingly investing in a handheld beacon to keep about their person when they are at sea usually fitted to a lifejacket. This means that if you fall overboard or your yacht finds itself in a life-threatening situation the beacon, once activated, emits a signal to alert potential rescuers not just to your plight, but to your exact position too, so you can be located quickly. - [Ocean Safety extends equipment servicing with marina ‘click and collect’ network](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/537-ocean-safety-extends-equipment-servicing-with-marina-click-and-collect-network): Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, is increasing the ease of product servicing for its customers by expanding the network of its collection and drop off locations throughout the UK. - [Ocean Safety at METS](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/536-ocean-safety-at-mets-2): Visit Ocean Safety at METSTRADE on Stand 03.31016-18 November 2021, Amsterdam - [How to stow a liferaft for quick launching](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/how-to-stow-a-liferaft-for-quick-launching): Choosing a liferaft is possibly one of the most important considerations when equipping a yacht ready for a big voyage, especially for long distances away from land. Ensuring that the raft is designed for at least the minimum number of people on board and that it has a suitable pack of survival items inside are just two aspects to think about when choosing the raft. - [Ocean Safety appoints new Southern Area Commercial Sales Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/532-ocean-safety-appoints-new-southern-area-commercial-sales-manager): Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, has appointed Phil Jenner as Southern Area Commercial Sales Manager. Phil steps up to the role from an initial period as Sales Coordinator within the internal sales team. - [Lifejacket or buoyancy aid – what’s the difference?](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/lifejacket-or-buoyancy-aid-what-s-the-difference): When we talk about wearing a lifejacket what we might actually mean is that we are going to be wearing a buoyancy aid. The term ‘lifejacket’ tends to be used as a generic name for both lifejackets and buoyancy aids. However there are some quite important differences between the two. - [Meet the safety experts at Ocean Safety’s new bigger outdoor showcase at the Southampton Boat Show](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/530-meet-the-safety-experts-at-ocean-safety-s-new-bigger-outdoor-showcase-at-the-southampton-boat-show): 10-19 SEPTEMBER 2021 - STAND E023 - [Flares – Pyro v. Electronic](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/533-flares-pyro-v-electronic): From Alistair Hackett, Managing Director, Ocean Safety Ltd - [Preparing for the summer cruise](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/529-preparing-for-the-summer-cruise): July and August are the time that many boat owners, with their families and friends, head off for a bit of a cruise. The traditional summer cruise is longer than the average weekend or overnight outing that most sailors undertake and needs quite a bit more planning. Starting with the route and destination and – in as much as weather and sea conditions allow - an outline timetable. Next, the catering, packing and all manner of creature comforts. Finally it’s time to check that everything works, get any last minute servicing done and have spares and tools for all major eventualities. Within this category should be the most important bit of preparation of all – safety planning and safety equipment. - [Ocean Safety and Typhoon International bring protection and safety equipment to Global Offshore Wind](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/528-ocean-safety-and-typhoon-international-bring-protection-and-safety-equipment-to-global-offshore-wind): Ocean Safety and Typhoon International, both part of Alliance Marine Group, will be together showcasing their safety and protection products at Global Offshore Wind for the first time when the show opens at ExCeL, London on 29 September 2021. - [What’s the difference between Drogues and Sea Anchors](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/522-drogues-and-sea-anchors-what-s-the-difference): Drogues and sea anchors don’t do the same job. They each have completely different purposes and it’s impossible for one to do the other’s job. What were traditionally known as sea anchors have developed over time and now tend to fit more into the drogue family. Both modern sea anchors and drogues take the shape of a parachute so can be termed a para-drogue or para-anchor. - [What’s it like to have to use a liferaft](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/527-what-s-it-like-to-have-to-use-a-liferaft): No one can claim to be able to describe what it feels like to be in a liferaft for any length of time unless they have truly experienced it in an emergency after they have had to abandon their yacht as a last resort. However, as a liferaft manufacturing company, here at Ocean Safety we can at least provide some guidance on how to launch one, get on board, and what equipment in the raft can help you survive until help arrives. - [Love your planet, love your beach!](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/523-love-your-planet-love-your-beach): There’s no better feeling than getting down onto the beach, zipping up your wetsuit and heading out into the surf. It’s just the best day out. And later you are heading home again - aching muscles, salt in your hair, the glow of sun on your face and a big smile. - [Ocean Safety and Dee Caffari issue key safety considerations for short-handed crews](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/521-ocean-safety-and-dee-caffari-issue-key-safety-considerations-for-short-handed-crews): Ocean Safety is providing advice to customers and sailors for shorthanded sailing in this monumental year which has seen a complete restructuring of the way that boat owners and crews can get out on the water together. - [Don’t be left alone on board](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/520-dont-be-left-alone-on-board): Falling overboard is something that some of us have experienced but everyone takes care to avoid. The danger of being in the water for all but the shortest time greatly increases the risks of fatality or at least hypothermia and water ingestion. - [Ocean Safety opens disposal facility at four UK branches for all brands of pyrotechnics](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-opens-disposal-facility-at-four-uk-branches-for-all-brands-of-pyrotechnics): Boat owners can now safely dispose of all their out-of-date flares at one of Ocean Safety’s three branches around the UK. It doesn’t matter where the flares were originally purchased – safety equipment and service provider Ocean Safety will safely dispose of all brands. - [Ocean Safety offers Hi-Speed Priority Option for liferaft servicing](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/515-ocean-safety-offers-hi-speed-priority-option-for-liferaft-servicing): Ocean Safety has introduced a High-Speed Priority liferaft servicing scheme for vessel owners and fleet managers who have a tight timeframe to get their liferafts serviced and returned. - [Ocean Safety appoint Southern Commercial Sales Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/514-ocean-safety-appoint-southern-commercial-sales-manager): Ocean Safety have made a key new appointment at their Southampton office. The specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment have appointed Matt Gruar as Southern Commercial Sales Manager. - [Is your crew and vessel safety ready for the Rolex Fastnet Race 2021?](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/513-is-your-crew-and-vessel-safety-ready-for-the-rolex-fastnet-race-2021): Live webinar with marine safety experts Ocean Safety and Dee Caffari MBE - [Ocean Safety Appoints New Commercial Account Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/512-ocean-safety-appoints-new-commercial-account-manager): Ocean Safety have made a key new appointment at its Plymouth office. The specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment have promoted Max Wilson to South West Area Commercial Account Manager. - [Ocean Safety to Partner the UK Double Handed Offshore Series](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/511-ocean-safety-to-partner-the-uk-double-handed-offshore-series): Marine safety experts, Ocean Safety are delighted to announce their partnership with the UK Double Handed Offshore Series. Ocean Safety has a long pedigree of working with offshore sailors and look forward to working with the crews and series organisers on the latest in safety equipment and technology. - [Lockdown Sailing: Ocean Safety and Dee Caffari Issue Key Safety Considerations for Short-Handed Crews](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/510-lockdown-sailing-ocean-safety-and-dee-caffari-issue-key-safety-considerations-for-short-handed-crews): Ocean Safety is providing advice to customers and sailors for shorthanded sailing in this monumental year which has seen a complete restructuring of the way that boat owners and crews can get out on the water together.  - [Ocean Safety Invites 2020 METS Visitors to Webinar Meetup Alternative: ‘New Products 2021 and Brexit Planning’](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/508-ocean-safety-invites-2020-mets-visitors-to-webinar-meetup-alternative-new-products-2021-and-brexit-planning): Ocean Safety invites 2020 METS visitors to - [What Happens During an Ocean Safety Liferaft Service?](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/what-happens-during-a-liferaft-service): How to book in your liferaft for service: - [Ocean Safety is Global Distributor for AquaSpec’s New Intrinsically Safe Lifebuoy Light](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/506-ocean-safety-is-global-distributor-for-aquaspec-s-new-intrinsically-safe-lifebuoy-light): Ocean Safety is the global distributor for the brand new ATEX and IECEx certified lifebuoy light from Aquaspec, makers of the smallest lifejacket light in the world.  - [Ocean Safety Donates Social Distancing Signs to Yacht Clubs](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/505-ocean-safety-donates-social-distancing-signs-to-yacht-clubs): Ocean Safety, whose expertise is normally associated with supplying and advising on life saving equipment for activities on the water, have generously donated social distancing signage to a number of yacht clubs closely associated to the company’s offices around the UK. - [Ocean Safety appoints Steve Bockett to new role of Head of Technical Sales Support](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/504-ocean-safety-appoints-steve-bockett-to-new-role-of-head-of-technical-sales-support): A combined and seamless sales and training service for new products  consolidates marine safety expertise - [Ocean Safety Implements Social Distancing Guidelines](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/502-ocean-safety-implements-social-distancing-guidelines): Ocean Safety Ltd, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, continues to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic. All branches, including the company’s manufacturing and distribution headquarters in Southampton, are open both to the trade and the boating public, who are able to drop off safety equipment for servicing and repair, and collect pre-ordered goods. - [Ocean Safety to Distribute Four Water Buoyancy Aid Range](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/499-ocean-safety-to-distribute-four-water-buoyancy-aid-range): Ocean Safety has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor for the Four Water range of buoyancy aids. - [Marine Safety Specialists Join Forces to Raise Beacon Awareness on ‘406Day’](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/498-marine-safety-specialists-join-forces-to-raise-beacon-awareness-on-406day-2): UK marine safety specialists Ocean Signal and Ocean Safety are issuing important advice to boat owners about the benefits and responsibilities of owning a 406 MHz beacon on ‘406Day’ (#406Day20) today, Monday, April 6th. - [Ocean Safety Updates on COVID-19](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/496-ocean-safety-statement-on-covid-19): This post will be updated regularly with information and developments regarding the Coronavirus: - [Lightweight and Compact Ocean Regatta Liferaft Joins the Ocean Safety Range](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/494-lightweight-and-compact-ocean-regatta-liferaft-joins-the-ocean-safety-range): Ocean Safety’s comprehensive range of offshore liferafts has just expanded with the addition of the Ocean Regatta raft. - [Ambassador Role for Ocean Racing Legend Dee Caffari MBE at Ocean Safety](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/491-ambassador-role-for-ocean-racing-legend-dee-caffari-mbe-at-ocean-safety): Ocean Safety are delighted to have appointed legendary round the world sailor Dee Caffari MBE to represent the company as an Ambassador for their key ranges of lifesaving products, while supporting a strong message of safety awareness. - [Appointment of Sales Office Manager Strengthens Ocean Safety Sales Team](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/489-appointment-of-sales-office-manager-strengthens-ocean-safety-sales-team): Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, has appointed Nigel Rowe as Sales Office Manager in a move that will boost the strength of the company’s UK and worldwide sales and distribution network while further bolstering a high level of customer service. - [Ocean Safety and Typhoon International to Support Pelagic Expedition](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/488-ocean-safety-and-typhoon-international-to-support-pelagic-expedition): Renowned polar voyager Skip Novak will start his next Pelagic expedition in late December along with a team of scientists from Oxford and Cambridge Universities and with the support of Ocean Safety and Typhoon International. The Southern Ocean summer sees Skip undertaking this International South Sandwich Science Expedition on his sailing vessel Pelagic Australis accompanied by other researchers and a documentary film crew. - [Ocean Safety to Demonstrate Safety Equipment at February Servicing and Safety Open Workshop](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/ocean-safety-to-demonstrate-safety-equipment-at-february-servicing-and-safety-open-workshop): Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, will once again be inviting boat owners to familiarise themselves with their essential on board safety equipment when the company opens its doors to visitors at its Southampton headquarters for a Servicing and Safety Workshop on 15 and 16 February 2020. - [Safety, Survival and Technical Apparel Group Companies Appoint Group Marketing Communications Manager](https://www.oceansafety.com/latest-news/487-safety-survival-and-technical-apparel-group-companies-appoint-group-marketing-communications-manager): Amy Grealish has stepped up to the permanent role of Group Marketing Communications Manager for the five safety, survival and technical apparel brands which are part of the Alliance Marine group. 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