Your ‘five minutes ‘ is still way shorter than my Wifes ‘five minutes’ when I'm waiting for her to get ready go out. Enjoyed the video. I must confess, sabotage came to mind too.
I am not naive in saying that peace of mind and tranquility with oneself and Creation, while not "more than you can afford", is still of greater value. A rhetorical question: "Do they have yachts in Heaven?" A rhetorical answer: "No. Only on Earth." A rhetorical observation: "Yachts are equipped with headaches on board."
Wow that is brand new aspect to think about hacked systems on the yacht and a scary one. I was very displeased with comments on the internet right after it happened, People were so fast condemning the captain with out the knowledge of anything
Back in 1997 we had two 16V 92's with the Detroit diesel d-deck system on your 92 foot boat. We came in to dock and the the drive went into gear and we tried to disconnect and it would not stop and pierced a shrimp boat almost killing a crew member on that shrimp boat. It was scary and the captain had been a captain for 30 years. The crew and I worked with the captain and prevented the shrimp boat form sinking as we has wave piercers on the bows. I have been wary of electronics having that much control. I should know be cause I install high end home automation and can totally see electronics malfunctioning that way especially with my past experience on a yacht.
Interesting video of “GO” actually seeing it hit the pier. I used to manage a pipeline system via a SCADA System and once the system engineers, who were based in Slovakia, decided to carry out some general maintenance tasks without letting us know, this caused havoc to say the least! A protocol was devised that whenever remote access was required, the Despatcher in the Control Centre had to physically grant them permission. On investigation of the original incident, the Engineer, didn’t think anyone would notice! Keep up the good work, I’m sure I speak for lots of people in that we enjoy your “5 minute Friday”
It’s very possible someone was playing around with the system remotely. That happened to my company as well and I started keeping all equipment off the internet until we were needing a technician to check out our machines.
What’s the most expensive motor yacht the eSysman has worked on? The longest? The fastest? And the heaviest? No vessel names, just approximate figures.
Great video. Having worked on numerous drilling rigs where we’ve had computer issues for our downhole parameters, it’s not uncommon to contact the service provider. They’ll ask / gain control of the computing system, & then manipulate from afar said parameters. All actions are recorded, so I would think there would be a digital trail if’n the ship dynamics where remotely adjusted unbeknownst to the Captain. Hope all ends well for all involved.
Superb interesting video Henry! really interesting about Go! The Captain is a a high end professional and he did everything possible. I will bet it's a software malfunction. These toys are now SO complicated nowadays!
Hey man! Congrats for the nice channel. As I have experience about IT / IT security issues on my vessels, I suggest an interesting point of discussion is how to deal with new build yachts under warranty. The developers and experts are almost constantly connected and updating (so herewith modifying parameters) without prior notice. Actually you can have any kind of technical surprises if you’re not aware of what’s been doing remotely. Cheers from Italy. Ronny.
I have over 40 years of sailing experience. Anyone who has ever helmed even a toy boat, knows that this was and over compensation issue and not in any way a systems issue. Add in poor communication between the skipper and the first mate and you have the perfect recipe for the calamity which occurred. I personally don’t believe that a lot of Pilots are technically sound enough to operate these modern vessels. Today’s ships practically sail themselves. Most incidents occur because individuals second guess the technology.The only honorable thing left for the Captain and first mate to do is “Walk The Plank”! Brilliant! Cheers mates!!
About security, I heard that “eclipse” has a missile security system! That’s crazy on yacht! Okay the bulletproof glasses, but an armament on board...mind blowing!
If I were the investigator for the flag administration, I would also be focusing on the human factors. In the old days of engine telegraphs, navigation in confined waters demanded excellent teamwork between the bridge and engine room. The computerisation of systems should not adversely impact what is termed "bridge resource management". Regarding the possibility of a software issue in the control systems, there is precedence for this, several other notable marine "casualties" being attributed to "original sin" never detected in any sea trials, problems arising out of software updates, unauthorised modifications and also lack of integration between equipment/component operating systems. Finally there is the possibility of a hack or cyber attack, which can't be ruled out at this stage. Flag states such as Cayman Islands do publish their accident investigation report, so eventually we will find out so that lessons can be learned. Great video, by the way!
20+ years ago I walked into my office and saw my mouse moving around the screen I called IT and they said they were going in to look for "something" PROOF that if they can do it from within [TWENTY years ago] they can do if from outside too.
A friend of mine was putting down fenders while the skyhook system was engaged on his 441 Meridian to keep it in place while he was away from the bridge. The boat was fairly new at the time, maybe only a few months ole. It had pod control and the latest electronics. The system momentarily lost satellite connection and when the connection came back, it placed his location on the shore and the boat - on it's own - immediately started toward shore to get to the new satellite location. My buddy ran towards the bridge and took manual control before he ran aground. After a few minutes the system recovered the proper location, but it would have been too late if he had not reacted. He never used the system again.
Yeah buddy! Your killin it again! I love that you listen. No click bait no bullshit sales. Waay better than.s.y.c. make a t-shirt or someshit tho bro. Id actually buy it. You deserve to make a lil....
When I watched the video of the crash, I could not belive what I was seeing when those to small boats did what they did, as you said the one that went across the bow, just what was that person thinking,I have seen some stupid things at sea but that was right up there with most ridiculous.
Nothing but exemplary seamanship from the Captain of MY Go! 13 seconds to regain some sort of control, while trying to work out the reason for the loss of control, in the first place! All while trying to think about the safety of crew and passengers and other vessels, then trying to think where to hit on the dock that would cause the least damage, the wooden jetties being the best option! And remembering not to drop the anchor in fear of it not engaging properly and pulling on harbour lines etc, or engaging too well and pulling the vessel towards the bridge again! All in 13 seconds!
Look forward to the security video. I have a simple security question; when yachts are moored stern-to their passarelles are readily accessible although usually a gate is closed and a sign posted "Private Yacht - No Trespassing" or similar. Often a "doorbell" is provided nearby. My question is, what if a random person just boards the yacht this way? How quickly will security aboard intercept and presumably, detain them before the police arrive?
I think it was remote controlled and someone was intentionally trying to crash the yacht so as to blame the captain and collect the insurance. Wow. Just wow. Great Channel man, keep up the good work.
Sounds like the plot from Battle Star Gallatica. It must have been the Cylons! Joking aside having these super yachts attached to the internet sounds nuts to me given the value of the boat and the people on board. Fly a software engineer in if you need to or have one on staff. Nothing in terms of cost in the grand scheme of things. Love the channel! 😀
Another great video. Super interesting content... Solaris is a fascinating project & build... so many questions to ask. The lack of system redundancy on MY Go is a bit scary... maybe we should got back analog 🤣🤔 That Harbor entrance looks super tight for nxt gen Super Yachts. Great call out re the little boats that ran the gauntlet 😱😳🤦♂️😬 Darwin’s theory in practice.
No redundancy and no manual override is scary as heck knowing how complex systems can be. I'm sure any pilot wouldn't find that acceptable in a modern airliner.
I am very interested in the cyber security involving the yacht systems. It never occurred to me they could be accessed remotely. Wow. I hope it was an honest mistake and part of an unintended consequence and not some nefarious act. I bet there are a whole bunch of yacht systems unplugged now. Watch, it will be some young kid that figured out a way in. Crazy.
I work in commercial insurance and know of container ships being technologically hijacked and capsized. They would open the ballasts on one side of the ship and turn it hard against that side and try to roll the ship. This is more common than you would think.
Yep. Plenty of cases of vehicle steering, brakes & throttle being remotely controlled, as well as trains and aircraft (when a pilot uses the systems usb update port to charge their phone). No doubt it happens on boats too.
Yep I manage high risk ICS system all day and network with others who manage everything from nuclear (power and weapon systems) to trains to oil wells and cars. This is possible and a reality for them all. It's not a matter of if they hack it, it's how long will it take and can you see it coming to stop it.
If they find out it was sabotage, then the industry should return back to non Internet access for key features. Nothing wrong with an internal Ethernet on board, but any external is bound to open Pandoras box of hacking monsters. Then again I think they should remove the Internet access. So it might cost a few more quid to fly a technical team out. However, imagine the cost if the vessrl ploughed starboard and hit the busy bridge. With loss off life, or potentially huge car insurance claims from damaged vehicles, and back neck court claims lol. Plus the bridge repair. A skilled Capt would never have caused an incident like that, even if slightly inebriated. I reckon it is a technical/sabotage result. The Solaris will look amazing. Hopefully you and some of my other fav channels get a chance to do Walkthrough videos. Hope you are safe and well sir . All the best Didger :-)
Security Question: Do people try to get on yachts in ports and if so are they just being mischievous or malicious? It seems cameras are overused or are they not?
I would love to hear about super yacht security. Especially the network security. I would agree with a disconnect from the internet for the bridge control system for sure. I would like to hear about underwater monitoring of divers and such under the vessel. I see there are a few systems and wondered if you have had experiences with those type of systems.
Hi mate Not sure if you still do Q&A but I'd like to ask: How does one handle a situation where the owner asks the captain or another crew member to do something unsafe or illegal with the ship? How does one handle maltreatment of the crew or a crewmember by the owner or his family/friends?
I would like to ask you what is your job on the Yachts. I was in the USCG and started off working in the engine room learning about every system on our Cutter . I spent 4 years living on board getting 30 day's off a year. But I learned so much about everything it set me up for a Machine Mechanic job after I got out of the military. I miss the water so very much .
Surely though, the person who gained remote access was able to see that the vessel was in use, if not and it turns out that that's the reason for the crash then that software needs to be updated so that it notify's the ships bridge that access has been remotely taken
Can you do a video explaining to us how yachts are built on gross tonnage firs and foremost? I know alot but have a hard time understanding classes based on overall weight, passenger amount, hull class, etc...etc...all ive been able to deduce is base limits. I.e. alot of yachts stay under 500, 1000, whatever tonnage? I have an idea of why but no real conclusive knowledge. Other than like lloyds registry or some crap like that. Ty Your tha man bud.
I have been watching some of your video's and found them very interesting. I also have a love for all kinds of motor vessels . I was in the US Coast Guard and was in engineering and if the Bridge ran into an emergency the control booth in the engine room could take control and stop any critical system meaning steering engine control bow thrurster and so on, why didn't the captain just kill the control's he was on and let the engine room take control because it clearly looks like the starboard engine throttle got locked in forward motion . Thanks for your channel I am now subscribed and coming to you from Leominster,MA USA
Security Question: Do most yacht owners/ agencies conduct background checks on the crew they hire? And is it possible for someone covicted of a felony to get a job on a yacht? Take MY Go crash for a hypothetical example... if one of the crew was convicted of some sort of cyber crime, then proceeded to hack the yacht's computer systems, would the captain even know about their previous transgressions? Given the international nature of yachting, I would imagine it would be really difficult and expensive for agencies and owners to run extensive checks on all of their crew. Thank you so much for all of the awesome content!
Could also have been electromagnetic interference. Mostly you use the VHF (including handheld) on the bridge in this situation which can cause ,when the systems or cable’s are not shielded correctly, sometimes serious problems as the systems are more and more electronic based and not hardwired anymore. For the external communications I would always let the connections go through a router (switch) which you turn on or off the power supply in order to allow external access. MY Solaris is already floating and preparing for the sea trials.
Maybe a question for your 'super yacht security'On a yach like Go, isn't the engineroom manned durring manouvering? why didn't they emergency stop the engines? There should be a "non software" button for that right??
I'm no engineer, but surely there is always a way to cut the fuel manually or pull the fuse for the fuel pump. I understand the captain had to make a quick decision to avoid the bridge, but surely after crashing the first time the chief engineer could have done something like I've suggested above to avoid further collision?
Hi what do you think of owner operator yachts Like Nordhavn's and if you could choose one to operate it yourself without crew or captain and just family and friends what will the biggest one be that you think you will choose.
As a Pilot at the Panama Canal that's one thing we don't allow, computer controlled maneuvering controls that can not be manually overridden, not even autopilot, has to be hand-steering all the way. If the controls can not be disconnected from the computer then an escort tugboat, made fast to the ship, would be mandatory. Also as a former officer on cruise ships can attest to the possibility of systems been accessed from "outside" so for that reason companies like SAMs electronic would not allow the navigation equipment be connected to the internet. Charts updates were downloaded on an internet connected computer and then the DVD, that's old already, would be inserted on one of the navigations computers at the time. Operating systems were different so less chance for "cross contamination". So true that we humans tent to see one short clip about something and right away jump to conclusions. Nobody but the captain and his crew would know what was happening.
When docked, what prevents a random individual from wandering onboard? Are there locks on exterior doors, or are personnel responsible for physically handling an intruder?
Great video, would the captain be in trouble for going public with his statement? Seems like he was quick to protect his reputation. The mechanics was on the laptop doing a cylinder cut out test and didn’t tell anyone 😂😂😂 just a suggestion buy a couple of E stops
Good video - Thank You! Re security: so I assume that much like a modern jet airliner, the systems on a modern yacht are fly-by-wire like, so all systems electronically integrated and controlled by an onboard computer system? Therefore, like a jet airliner I assume that the engine manufacturer (Rolls Royce normally make 1/3rd of their turnover from monitoring jets flying around the world, so they can arranged required maintenace at the destination, and hence keep flying times high), and systems manufacturer - and I assume the systems integration company, and hence the builder/yard - have some form/level of remote access globally via IP? Hence is a secure firewall control of access good enough for safety? Would you on your yacht have a physical wire or switch to "pull", so that whilst at sea or at least with the captain/engineer's full knowledge that no one (how ever trusted) could gain access unless authorised? Looking forward to watching your security video - Good Luck!
I was thinking about bad programming of control software, poor fail safe architecture, missing fmea (failure mode effect analysis). Your video looks for me like that the control software tried to reach a certain position and wants to compensate a discrepancy, maybe due to failure in gps or other sensors.
5min 20min. When the contents good who cares. Question which may be a bit off track but do Super Yachts have data loggers and or some form of black box?
In your experience, how many weeks is the boss on board a big super yacht? How many weeks is the yacht chartered? And how many weeks is the yacht sitting at the dock, with no passengers?
Same for ships as it is for planes I guess, "aim for something flat, soft and cheap". Q: Are water canons legal to have mounted on yachts for defense? Could be claimed to be for fire suppression maybe.
The speed boat seems to have a similar colour scheme and act very deliberately to get to the otherside. Could it have been its tender, trying to assist, asses the situation?
Looks like one prop failed to reverse (mechanical?), leading to forward motion due to a reverse spinning prop being less efficient. Would they have been in reverse while holding for the bridge to open? The more throttle you gave it, thinking you were in reverse, the more forward motion you would have. I don't own a boat but it seems like a lot to comprehend in 13 seconds.
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Your ‘five minutes ‘ is still way shorter than my Wifes ‘five minutes’ when I'm waiting for her to get ready go out. Enjoyed the video. I must confess, sabotage came to mind too.
Your wife's "5 minutes" evens out though when ya at the pub with the boys. Be home in 5 minutes luv. :)
I am not naive in saying that peace of mind and tranquility with oneself and Creation, while not "more than you can afford", is still of greater value. A rhetorical question: "Do they have yachts in Heaven?" A rhetorical answer: "No. Only on Earth." A rhetorical observation: "Yachts are equipped with headaches on board."
Wow that is brand new aspect to think about hacked systems on the yacht and a scary one. I was very displeased with comments on the internet right after it happened, People were so fast condemning the captain with out the knowledge of anything
I know right
Blow through the time limit any time you want. Excellent video.
10 minute fridays!
Back in 1997 we had two 16V 92's with the Detroit diesel d-deck system on your 92 foot boat. We came in to dock and the the drive went into gear and we tried to disconnect and it would not stop and pierced a shrimp boat almost killing a crew member on that shrimp boat. It was scary and the captain had been a captain for 30 years. The crew and I worked with the captain and prevented the shrimp boat form sinking as we has wave piercers on the bows. I have been wary of electronics having that much control. I should know be cause I install high end home automation and can totally see electronics malfunctioning that way especially with my past experience on a yacht.
Always connected tech is just asking for trouble,. We used to disconnect external lines from our systems for exactly the reasons you said.
Interesting video of “GO” actually seeing it hit the pier. I used to manage a pipeline system via a SCADA System and once the system engineers, who were based in Slovakia, decided to carry out some general maintenance tasks without letting us know, this caused havoc to say the least! A protocol was devised that whenever remote access was required, the Despatcher in the Control Centre had to physically grant them permission. On investigation of the original incident, the Engineer, didn’t think anyone would notice!
Keep up the good work, I’m sure I speak for lots of people in that we enjoy your “5 minute Friday”
Great vlog. On our boat we had a tech upgrade and we have a plug we can have onto system or out so no one can get in without us connecting on board.
Another informative video.... thanks so much for keeping us updated on yachting news,
This was the best information yet on why the yacht crashed.
It’s very possible someone was playing around with the system remotely. That happened to my company as well and I started keeping all equipment off the internet until we were needing a technician to check out our machines.
Smart move
IMHO - Loose the "5 minute" from the title. We'll take as much news as you can give us please :)
I like the 5 minute part, kind of funny because we all know.... no chance it’s 5 minutes 😂
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What’s the most expensive motor yacht the eSysman has worked on? The longest? The fastest? And the heaviest? No vessel names, just approximate figures.
Great video. Having worked on numerous drilling rigs where we’ve had computer issues for our downhole parameters, it’s not uncommon to contact the service provider. They’ll ask / gain control of the computing system, & then manipulate from afar said parameters. All actions are recorded, so I would think there would be a digital trail if’n the ship dynamics where remotely adjusted unbeknownst to the Captain. Hope all ends well for all involved.
The new yacht is gorgeous.
Superb interesting video Henry! really interesting about Go! The Captain is a a high end professional and he did everything possible. I will bet it's a software malfunction. These toys are now SO complicated nowadays!
The fast and furious reference made me laugh. Well done.
In a deleted take of that scene the F355 driver says "more than you can afford asshole, fucking Ferrari!"
They should have left that in haha
I'm a Security Officer, a really good one with years of experience & I'd love to work onboard a yacht, just for one trip. That would be so awesome 😊✌️
Hey man! Congrats for the nice channel. As I have experience about IT / IT security issues on my vessels, I suggest an interesting point of discussion is how to deal with new build yachts under warranty. The developers and experts are almost constantly connected and updating (so herewith modifying parameters) without prior notice. Actually you can have any kind of technical surprises if you’re not aware of what’s been doing remotely. Cheers from Italy. Ronny.
Excellent video. Some really intriguing points
I really like your Friday editions
Just saw your 5 min video and you just answered my question.thanks.
I have over 40 years of sailing experience. Anyone who has ever helmed even a toy boat, knows that this was and over compensation issue and not in any way a systems issue. Add in poor communication between the skipper and the first mate and you have the perfect recipe for the calamity which occurred. I personally don’t believe that a lot of Pilots are technically sound enough to operate these modern vessels. Today’s ships practically sail themselves. Most incidents occur because individuals second guess the technology.The only honorable thing left for the Captain and first mate to do is “Walk The Plank”! Brilliant! Cheers mates!!
Your videos are too good to stop at 5 minutes.
Good stuff today. As always.
About security, I heard that “eclipse” has a missile security system! That’s crazy on yacht! Okay the bulletproof glasses, but an armament on board...mind blowing!
It's not true. I made a video about this recently: th-cam.com/video/Q_E3oUgJbnU/w-d-xo.html
If I were the investigator for the flag administration, I would also be focusing on the human factors. In the old days of engine telegraphs, navigation in confined waters demanded excellent teamwork between the bridge and engine room. The computerisation of systems should not adversely impact what is termed "bridge resource management". Regarding the possibility of a software issue in the control systems, there is precedence for this, several other notable marine "casualties" being attributed to "original sin" never detected in any sea trials, problems arising out of software updates, unauthorised modifications and also lack of integration between equipment/component operating systems. Finally there is the possibility of a hack or cyber attack, which can't be ruled out at this stage. Flag states such as Cayman Islands do publish their accident investigation report, so eventually we will find out so that lessons can be learned. Great video, by the way!
20+ years ago I walked into my office and saw my mouse moving around the screen I called IT and they said they were going in to look for "something" PROOF that if they can do it from within [TWENTY years ago] they can do if from outside too.
That Solaris is a fine looking tool.
Great video as always !
A hacking was my first thought after the captain's statement.
A friend of mine was putting down fenders while the skyhook system was engaged on his 441 Meridian to keep it in place while he was away from the bridge. The boat was fairly new at the time, maybe only a few months ole. It had pod control and the latest electronics. The system momentarily lost satellite connection and when the connection came back, it placed his location on the shore and the boat - on it's own - immediately started toward shore to get to the new satellite location. My buddy ran towards the bridge and took manual control before he ran aground. After a few minutes the system recovered the proper location, but it would have been too late if he had not reacted. He never used the system again.
Yeah buddy! Your killin it again! I love that you listen. No click bait no bullshit sales. Waay better than.s.y.c. make a t-shirt or someshit tho bro. Id actually buy it. You deserve to make a lil....
Great vlog mate, keep it up
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When I watched the video of the crash, I could not belive what I was seeing when those to small boats did what they did, as you said the one that went across the bow, just what was that person thinking,I have seen some stupid things at sea but that was right up there with most ridiculous.
Nothing but exemplary seamanship from the Captain of MY Go! 13 seconds to regain some sort of control, while trying to work out the reason for the loss of control, in the first place! All while trying to think about the safety of crew and passengers and other vessels, then trying to think where to hit on the dock that would cause the least damage, the wooden jetties being the best option! And remembering not to drop the anchor in fear of it not engaging properly and pulling on harbour lines etc, or engaging too well and pulling the vessel towards the bridge again! All in 13 seconds!
Look forward to the security video.
I have a simple security question; when yachts are moored stern-to their passarelles are readily accessible although usually a gate is closed and a sign posted "Private Yacht - No Trespassing" or similar. Often a "doorbell" is provided nearby.
My question is, what if a random person just boards the yacht this way? How quickly will security aboard intercept and presumably, detain them before the police arrive?
right into it, thumbs up.
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Your theory makes a lot of sense. Perhaps you have missed your calling- Super yacht insurance claims?
I think it was remote controlled and someone was intentionally trying to crash the yacht so as to blame the captain and collect the insurance. Wow. Just wow.
Great Channel man, keep up the good work.
Sounds like the plot from Battle Star Gallatica. It must have been the Cylons! Joking aside having these super yachts attached to the internet sounds nuts to me given the value of the boat and the people on board. Fly a software engineer in if you need to or have one on staff. Nothing in terms of cost in the grand scheme of things. Love the channel! 😀
Another great video. Super interesting content... Solaris is a fascinating project & build... so many questions to ask.
The lack of system redundancy on MY Go is a bit scary... maybe we should got back analog 🤣🤔
That Harbor entrance looks super tight for nxt gen Super Yachts.
Great call out re the little boats that ran the gauntlet 😱😳🤦♂️😬 Darwin’s theory in practice.
No redundancy and no manual override is scary as heck knowing how complex systems can be. I'm sure any pilot wouldn't find that acceptable in a modern airliner.
I am very interested in the cyber security involving the yacht systems. It never occurred to me they could be accessed remotely. Wow. I hope it was an honest mistake and part of an unintended consequence and not some nefarious act. I bet there are a whole bunch of yacht systems unplugged now. Watch, it will be some young kid that figured out a way in. Crazy.
There's a good reason Commander Adama didn't want Galactica to be connected to a network.
I would for sure investigate the person who is filming GO just before the crash if there was someone hacking the computer.
I work in commercial insurance and know of container ships being technologically hijacked and capsized. They would open the ballasts on one side of the ship and turn it hard against that side and try to roll the ship. This is more common than you would think.
when you mention the length of any particular super yacht I would also enjoy hearing the beam while you're at it
The second I heard about computerized controls I thought of hacking.
Yep. Plenty of cases of vehicle steering, brakes & throttle being remotely controlled, as well as trains and aircraft (when a pilot uses the systems usb update port to charge their phone). No doubt it happens on boats too.
I thought of the 737 MAX fiasco
Yep I manage high risk ICS system all day and network with others who manage everything from nuclear (power and weapon systems) to trains to oil wells and cars. This is possible and a reality for them all. It's not a matter of if they hack it, it's how long will it take and can you see it coming to stop it.
Question: Have you been on a boat where the owner/guest brings on an entourage of bodyguards or security?
If they find out it was sabotage, then the industry should return back to non Internet access for key features. Nothing wrong with an internal Ethernet on board, but any external is bound to open Pandoras box of hacking monsters. Then again I think they should remove the Internet access. So it might cost a few more quid to fly a technical team out. However, imagine the cost if the vessrl ploughed starboard and hit the busy bridge. With loss off life, or potentially huge car insurance claims from damaged vehicles, and back neck court claims lol. Plus the bridge repair. A skilled Capt would never have caused an incident like that, even if slightly inebriated. I reckon it is a technical/sabotage result. The Solaris will look amazing. Hopefully you and some of my other fav channels get a chance to do Walkthrough videos.
Hope you are safe and well sir . All the best Didger :-)
Security Question: Do people try to get on yachts in ports and if so are they just being mischievous or malicious? It seems cameras are overused or are they not?
I would love to hear about super yacht security. Especially the network security. I would agree with a disconnect from the internet for the bridge control system for sure. I would like to hear about underwater monitoring of divers and such under the vessel. I see there are a few systems and wondered if you have had experiences with those type of systems.
as usual very interesting. keep it up !
Hi mate
Not sure if you still do Q&A but I'd like to ask: How does one handle a situation where the owner asks the captain or another crew member to do something unsafe or illegal with the ship? How does one handle maltreatment of the crew or a crewmember by the owner or his family/friends?
I would like to ask you what is your job on the Yachts. I was in the USCG and started off working in the engine room learning about every system on our Cutter . I spent 4 years living on board getting 30 day's off a year. But I learned so much about everything it set me up for a Machine Mechanic job after I got out of the military. I miss the water so very much .
You should call this segment, the 10 Minute Friday.
I have to ask, are those empty IKEA photo frames in the background?
As the old joke goes, if you have to ask, you can't afford it.
Considering that many of the owners are high profile people with many enemies, I don't see sabotage as that unlikely
Surely though, the person who gained remote access was able to see that the vessel was in use, if not and it turns out that that's the reason for the crash then that software needs to be updated so that it notify's the ships bridge that access has been remotely taken
Can you do a video explaining to us how yachts are built on gross tonnage firs and foremost? I know alot but have a hard time understanding classes based on overall weight, passenger amount, hull class, etc...etc...all ive been able to deduce is base limits. I.e. alot of yachts stay under 500, 1000, whatever tonnage? I have an idea of why but no real conclusive knowledge. Other than like lloyds registry or some crap like that.
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Your tha man bud.
Very good Content. Better than Boote Exclusive! Thank you
I have been watching some of your video's and found them very interesting. I also have a love for all kinds of motor vessels . I was in the US Coast Guard and was in engineering and if the Bridge ran into an emergency the control booth in the engine room could take control and stop any critical system meaning steering engine control bow thrurster and so on, why didn't the captain just kill the control's he was on and let the engine room take control because it clearly looks like the starboard engine throttle got locked in forward motion . Thanks for your channel I am now subscribed and coming to you from Leominster,MA USA
Good segment, thank you. I love explorer yachts.... What do you think of Ulysses (the new one)?
Thanks for this video is totally enjoyed it
Security Question: Do most yacht owners/ agencies conduct background checks on the crew they hire? And is it possible for someone covicted of a felony to get a job on a yacht? Take MY Go crash for a hypothetical example... if one of the crew was convicted of some sort of cyber crime, then proceeded to hack the yacht's computer systems, would the captain even know about their previous transgressions? Given the international nature of yachting, I would imagine it would be really difficult and expensive for agencies and owners to run extensive checks on all of their crew.
Thank you so much for all of the awesome content!
Another cracking video.
Awesome stuff. What is your opinion about Flir systems. I'm looking to get one for night watch on a 28m yacht. And can you tie it to the radar system?
Some kid on the Quay with a radio control. 'Daddy why won't my boat work'.
Could also have been electromagnetic interference.
Mostly you use the VHF (including handheld) on the bridge in this situation which can cause ,when the systems or cable’s are not shielded correctly, sometimes serious problems as the systems are more and more electronic based and not hardwired anymore.
For the external communications I would always let the connections go through a router (switch) which you turn on or off the power supply in order to allow external access.
MY Solaris is already floating and preparing for the sea trials.
Maybe a question for your 'super yacht security'On a yach like Go, isn't the engineroom manned durring manouvering? why didn't they emergency stop the engines? There should be a "non software" button for that right??
I'm no engineer, but surely there is always a way to cut the fuel manually or pull the fuse for the fuel pump. I understand the captain had to make a quick decision to avoid the bridge, but surely after crashing the first time the chief engineer could have done something like I've suggested above to avoid further collision?
Hi what do you think of owner operator yachts Like Nordhavn's and if you could choose one to operate it yourself without crew or captain and just family and friends what will the biggest one be that you think you will choose.
Nice video, it would be be good to get your understanding about what happened on and to Robert maxwells yacht
Did you find out why the boat crashed into the dock? I’m curious if it was taken over on the internet
Question about Ocean Victory. Every time I see it in a bay the tender garage's appear to be partially opened or inclined. Why is that? Thanks
As a Pilot at the Panama Canal that's one thing we don't allow, computer controlled maneuvering controls that can not be manually overridden, not even autopilot, has to be hand-steering all the way. If the controls can not be disconnected from the computer then an escort tugboat, made fast to the ship, would be mandatory. Also as a former officer on cruise ships can attest to the possibility of systems been accessed from "outside" so for that reason companies like SAMs electronic would not allow the navigation equipment be connected to the internet. Charts updates were downloaded on an internet connected computer and then the DVD, that's old already, would be inserted on one of the navigations computers at the time. Operating systems were different so less chance for "cross contamination". So true that we humans tent to see one short clip about something and right away jump to conclusions. Nobody but the captain and his crew would know what was happening.
When docked, what prevents a random individual from wandering onboard? Are there locks on exterior doors, or are personnel responsible for physically handling an intruder?
So, the blue Cigarette speedboat that cut in front of Go, is actually one of its tenders. A damn flashy tender too.
I think it's a chaseboat as a tender needs to be physically transportable on the yacht
@@visionist7 I think it's a tender proper. It travels on the boat when out at sea etc. I could be wrong.
I thought it might be one of their's. The colour is the same; too much of a coincidence.
Great video, would the captain be in trouble for going public with his statement? Seems like he was quick to protect his reputation. The mechanics was on the laptop doing a cylinder cut out test and didn’t tell anyone 😂😂😂 just a suggestion buy a couple of E stops
Good video - Thank You!
Re security: so I assume that much like a modern jet airliner, the systems on a modern yacht are fly-by-wire like, so all systems electronically integrated and controlled by an onboard computer system? Therefore, like a jet airliner I assume that the engine manufacturer (Rolls Royce normally make 1/3rd of their turnover from monitoring jets flying around the world, so they can arranged required maintenace at the destination, and hence keep flying times high), and systems manufacturer - and I assume the systems integration company, and hence the builder/yard - have some form/level of remote access globally via IP? Hence is a secure firewall control of access good enough for safety? Would you on your yacht have a physical wire or switch to "pull", so that whilst at sea or at least with the captain/engineer's full knowledge that no one (how ever trusted) could gain access unless authorised? Looking forward to watching your security video - Good Luck!
make it 1 hour friday next time i would watch it :p
It's possible? More like probable. I'd be interested in finding out who was in those speedboats running away. I'll bet they're on that tale.
Talk about drone security measures😉
I know bigger yachts have security guards on-board, but do they have some kind of cell to "store" difficult passengers / crew while at sea?
Very good content. Make it 10 min and plan for 5. This way you will hit the mark most times.
I was thinking about bad programming of control software, poor fail safe architecture, missing fmea (failure mode effect analysis).
Your video looks for me like that the control software tried to reach a certain position and wants to compensate a discrepancy, maybe due to failure in gps or other sensors.
What do I think? I think your videos are great! How about ten-minute Thursdays? Or twenty-minute Tuesdays? 😄 Have a great weekend!
Very interested in the security and hacking into the system side of things.
5min 20min. When the contents good who cares.
Question which may be a bit off track but do Super Yachts have data loggers and or some form of black box?
Good stuff. Thanks 👍
Nice video, Thank you.
In your experience, how many weeks is the boss on board a big super yacht? How many weeks is the yacht chartered? And how many weeks is the yacht sitting at the dock, with no passengers?
Always been curious about who has access to the CCTV footage of the onboard recordings and what the big FLIR PTZ on the top is used for?
What do you think of the new 89m Oliva o explorer yacht?
Same for ships as it is for planes I guess, "aim for something flat, soft and cheap".
Q: Are water canons legal to have mounted on yachts for defense? Could be claimed to be for fire suppression maybe.
The speed boat seems to have a similar colour scheme and act very deliberately to get to the otherside. Could it have been its tender, trying to assist, asses the situation?
Possible
Looks like one prop failed to reverse (mechanical?), leading to forward motion due to a reverse spinning prop being less efficient. Would they have been in reverse while holding for the bridge to open? The more throttle you gave it, thinking you were in reverse, the more forward motion you would have. I don't own a boat but it seems like a lot to comprehend in 13 seconds.