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Training Ships to Avoid Whales | Anchorage News
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A new training program in Southeast Alaska is revolutionizing how cruise ship crews navigate around humpback whales, tackling a growing collision crisis as tourism surges. Built on groundbreaking 2019 research proving ships can safely maneuver around whales, the course blends real-world navigation with advanced computer simulations that mimic whale behavior. Marine pilots and whale biologists team up to teach crews how to respond to sightings, reinforcing existing 100-yard distance laws with hands-on practice. Designed for global accessibility, the curriculum could soon expand to protect other whale species and regions, turning maritime tourism into a force for marine conservation.
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