Charles Hays
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Charles Hays

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Charles Hays is the Sales & Marketing Manager at American Nautical Services, where he has spent nearly 17 years helping captains and chief officers of 500 GT+ yachts keep their ECDIS systems and digital chart libraries current, secure, and Flag State inspection-ready. Certified in ECDIS and holding an MBA from Florida State University, he also oversees the companys ISO 9001 Quality Management System, giving him a front-row view of what inspectors look for and where vessels fall short. Through his work at American Nautical Services and his weekly newsletter Bridge Watch, Charles covers chart compliance, Flag State requirements, and the regulatory updates that matter most to working maritime professionals.

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CMOR Mapping Charts

CMOR Mapping Charts available at American Nautical

Imagine being able to see things like artificial reefs and shipwrecks beneath the waters, almost as if you had X-ray goggles? Think how m...

How to Update TIMEZERO Charts

How to Update TIMEZERO Charts

Learn here on how to update TIMEZERO Charts in either TIMEZEO Professional or TIMEZERO Navigator. TIMEZERO charts, also know as MapMedia ...

ADMIRALTY Gateway is retiring: Here's what you need to know

ADMIRALTY Gateway is retiring: Here's what you need to know

The Announcement  As mentioned in previous announcements, The UKHO has decided to permanently withdraw all versions of their ADMIRALTY G...

What is an Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC)?

What is an Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC)?

The rise of ECDIS has changed the world of sailing forever. However, these systems are only hardware. They rely on quality Electronic Nav...

Main Principles of the Passage Planning Process to Know

Main Principles of the Passage Planning Process to Know

A good passage plan is the key to safe and successful voyages. Before sailing, mariners need to understand the underlying principles of t...