18/05/2026
Ever wonder how massive ships communicate day and night without saying a single word?
Welcome to Episode 2 of our Seamanship Skills series! Today, our Principal, Capt. Rajendra Narayan Satapathy, and our brilliant DNS students at the School of Maritime Studies (Centurion University) are breaking down the absolute essentials of COLREGs (Collision Regulations).
Whether you're a future captain preparing for exams or just fascinated by the merchant navy, mastering these day shapes and night lights is a must. In Part 1, we cover:
Vessel at Anchorage (Black ball / All-round white lights)
Restricted in Ability to Manoeuvre - RAM
(Ball-Diamond-Ball / Red-White-Red lights)
Constrained by Draught - CBD (Black cylinder / 3 Red lights)
Vessel Aground (3 Black balls / Anchor lights + 2 Red lights)
A massive shoutout to our students Isha, Tanya, Pratiksha, and Viraj for the excellent demonstrations!
📌 SAVE this reel for your next maritime exam and TAG a fellow seafarer who needs a quick refresher
Which signal do you find the trickiest to remember? Let us know in the comments! 👇
[Seamanship skills, Maritime Training, COLREGs Essential, Ship Navigation Rules, Vessel Signals, Deck Cadet Training]