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Why and How to Decarbonize the Marine Industry?
The responsibility of the maritime industry to combat climate change and decarbonize cannot be overstated. The the industry faces a pressing imperative to transform its practices and embrace sustainability.
What is a Continuous Discharge Certificate or CDC?
A Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC) is a document of identity for seafarers and is issued by the county where the seafarer resides.
Watch: Giant Disney Cruise Ship Maneuvers Through Impossibly Narrow River
Check out this gorgeous video of the majestic cruise ship Disney Wish, navigating the narrow River Ems from the shipyard to Eemshaven, the Netherlands.
Why Dry Ice Is Used For Packaging
The solid form of carbon dioxide gas is commonly known as Dry Ice. Dry ice is used in cargo packaging for transportation. Find out more about dry ice inside the…
Real Life Incidents: Near Miss In Open Water And Good Visibility
A loaded LNG tanker was underway at about a speed of approximately 18 knots in good visibility..
Real Life Incident: Poor Situational Awareness Leads to Collision
A general cargo vessel was proceeding in a Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) at reduced power due to engine problems, making 4.5 knots at dead slow ahead.
Maritime Law & Logistics
Minimum Quantity Commitment (MQC) and Liquidated Damages in Container Shipping: Concept and Relevance
A specified quantity of cargo constitutes the shipper’s commitment to the carrier in return for competitive contract rates (which are lower than…
MARPOL (The International Convention for Prevention of Marine Pollution For Ships): The Ultimate Guide
The convention for Prevention of Marine Pollution (MARPOL) stands as one of the two solid pillars that support the maritime industry. Find…
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Maritime Safety
What is An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)?
An Epirb is specialized navigational equipment used at sea to indicate to other ships and shore about a…
What is Mooring of Ships?
Mooring means fastening a vessel to any shore or land-based structure with the help of suitable mechanisms, so…
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Maritime Electrical
3 Phase Induction Motor – Construction and Working
The popularity of 3 phase induction motors on board ships is because of their simple, robust construction, and high-reliability factor in the…
Permanent Magnet Moving Coil Instrument (PMMC) – Working and Application
For measuring several electrical parameters to analyze and keep machineries in proper running condition, a permanent magnet moving coil (PMMC) instrument…
How to Minimize the Risks of an Electrical Shock on a Ship?
Electrical shock is the worst kind of accident on a ship. In this article you will learn about ways to prevent electrical…
