What is contained in the 'Weekly Notices to Mariners'?

The 'Weekly Notices to Mariners' is a vital publication that serves to provide critical updates regarding navigational safety. This includes new charts and navigational warnings that are essential for mariners to receive in order to navigate effectively and safely. The notices may include information on changes to existing nautical charts, new hazards that have been reported, and any alterations to navigational aids that could affect a vessel’s passage.

The importance of this publication lies in its role in ensuring that mariners have the most up-to-date information available, which is essential for safe navigation. Regularly reviewing these notices enables officers of the watch to stay informed about changes that could impact the safe passage of their vessels.