Daylight Signal Shapes for Ships – Ball, Cone, Cylinder & Diamond

Ensure maritime navigation safety with our high-visibility Marine Daylight Signal Shapes – essential for communicating vessel status during daylight hours, in compliance with COLREGS and SOLAS requirements.

These day shapes are used to indicate operational conditions such as anchoring, restricted maneuverability, fishing activity, or towing. Made from durable black canvas or weather-resistant plastic, they are lightweight, collapsible, and easy to deploy or store.

Key Features:

• COLREGS Rule 27 compliant – mandatory for vessels over 12 meters

• Includes standard shapes: Ball, Cone, Cylinder, and Diamond

• Made from marine-grade fabric or rigid plastic

• Collapsible/foldable design for compact storage

• Quick and easy rigging with rope loops or snap hooks

• High-contrast black color for visibility in daylight

• UV-resistant and waterproof material for marine durability

• Available individually or in complete kits

Standard Signal Shapes & Meanings:

• ⚫ Ball – Vessel at anchor

• 🔺 Cone (point down) – Sailing vessel under power

• ▯ Cylinder – Vessel constrained by draft

• 🔷 Diamond – Vessel towing or restricted in ability to maneuver

• Combination Shapes for special vessel conditions

Specifications:

• Materials: Black canvas, nylon, or UV-resistant plastic

• Size: Typically 30 cm or 60 cm diameter (per regulations)

• Mounting: Rope loops, clips, or rigid frame

• Packaging: Individual or complete day shape set

Applications:

• Cargo ships, tankers, and fishing vessels

• Tugboats and workboats

• Yachts and sailing vessels

• Maritime training academies

• Coast guard and marine patrols

Why Choose Our Daylight Signal Shapes?
Because proper day signals prevent collisions at sea. With our durable and regulation-compliant shapes, your vessel stays visible and safe — no matter the operational condition.