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Catamaran Mooring in the Mediterranean | Tight Harbour Maneuver on Agistri Island
8 February 2026 · 6 min · 2K views · Agkistri Island, Greece
Catamaran maneuvers in turquoise Agkistri harbor waters
What this video covers
Alexandros Retsinas manoeuvres a catamaran into a tight berth at Agkistri Island in the Mediterranean.0:11 The docking procedure emphasises clear communication between the helm and the crew on deck to maintain control of the vessel’s heading during the approach.0:25 Retsinas directs the crew to manage the boat's momentum and position, specifically instructing them to keep the stern approximately one metre from the quay.4:18 The technique involves using the engines to adjust the boat's orientation while avoiding excessive speed, ensuring the vessel does not drift or strike adjacent boats.5:21 The crew monitors the distance to the quay throughout the manoeuvre to ensure a controlled arrival. Proper coordination and throttle management allow the catamaran to settle into the berth without relying on aggressive engine bursts.
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