A Textbook of Maritime English

A Textbook of Maritime English is designed as a comprehensive learning resource for cadets, students, and maritime professionals who require English proficiency within the context of international shipping. This textbook bridges academic learning and professional communication needs by providing a systematic, communicative, and practical approach to Maritime English used on board ships and in port operations.

The book covers essential maritime vocabulary, language structures, bridge communication, safety procedures, and the use of English in real operational situations, including standardized maritime communication. Each chapter is supported by contextual examples, dialogues, exercises, and practical tasks that encourage learners to actively apply English accurately, clearly, and in accordance with international maritime standards.

With an outcome-based learning approach, this textbook aims to enhance learners’ Maritime English competence in a gradual and measurable manner. A Textbook of Maritime English serves not only as an instructional resource in the classroom but also as a practical reference for future seafarers and maritime professionals facing communication challenges in the global maritime industry.