Admiralty chart cut - does it signal the end of paper charts?

8:45 PM Thu 9 Sep 2010 GMT

'Is it the first sign of the end of paper charts for the leisure sailor?' .

Could the high use by leisure sailors of electronic charts eventually spell the end of paper charts as we know them? In a move that has alarmed and disappointed the UK's Royal Yachting Association(RYA), the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced the discontinuation of some Admiralty charts, citing expense as the reason. Stuart Carruthers, Cruising Manager said, 'We are naturally very disappointed by this announcement. By discontinuing the Small Craft Editions the UKHO are pulling the very charts that support the leisure sailor. These charts are lightweight and easy to use and provide detailed information for localised areas. 'Furthermore, the ...

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