“Navigating the Seas of Military Terminology: Challenges in Interpreting Pleasure Craft Operations”
“Navigating the Seas of Military Terminology: Challenges in Interpreting Pleasure Craft Operations”

Summary/Abstract: This study investigates the challenges of consecutive interpretation in technical military contexts, focusing on a specialised training for pleasure craft searches conducted by the UK Border Force and Delta Force in Vlora, Albania (December 2022). Employing a case study methodology, the research explores the nuanced linguistic, cultural, and domain-specific demands of military interpretation. Drawing on the author's personal experience as the sole interpreter for this training, the study identifies key challenges—ranging from the absence of preparatory materials to the translation of culture-specific military terms—and outlines strategies for effective interpretation. The findings underscore the critical role of interpreters’ prior subject-matter expertise and adaptive strategies in ensuring accuracy and coherence under high-stakes conditions. This research contributes to the broader discourse on technical interpretation, highlighting its implications for training and professional development.

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