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Ship Recycling - Hong Kong Convention & IMO Standards

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Aug 417 min read

Industry News

Ship Recycling - Hong Kong Convention & IMO Standards

Ship Recycling - A New Era with the Hong Kong Convention. How to achieve compliance with the new IMO regulation.

A Guide to Efficient Ship Route Planning with ECDIS

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Aug 316 min read

Navigation

A Guide to Efficient Ship Route Planning with ECDIS

Are you still using old-school paper charts for ship route planning? It's time to switch to Electronic Chart Display and Information...

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Aug 17 min read

IMO

Maritime MRV - IMO Regulation Explained

Maritime MRV is key in the battle against climate change. It sets rules for tracking, reporting, and checking ship carbon emissions.

Guide to Ship Rudder & Steering Mechanisms - Everything You Need to Know

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Jul 3115 min read

Maritime Essentials

Guide to Ship Rudder & Steering Mechanisms - Everything You Need to Know

In this guide, we will explore everything you need to know about ship rudders and steering mechanisms.

Ultrasonic thickness measurements on ships - a non-destructive method of measuring hull corrosion

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Jul 2611 min read

Maritime Essentials

Ultrasonic thickness measurements on ships - a non-destructive method of measuring hull corrosion

In the marine environment, corrosion is a perpetual threat to vessel safety and longevity. Ultrasonic thickness measurement (UTM), a...

Different types of Ship Bunkers used in the Maritime Industry

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Jul 2415 min read

Fuel Management

Different types of Ship Bunkers used in the Maritime Industry

In a world where over 90% of global trade is transported by sea, the fuel that powers these ships plays a crucial role in the shipping...

Life-Saving Equipment on Ships - Ensuring Safety at Sea

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Jul 2015 min read

Maritime Essentials

Life-Saving Equipment on Ships - Ensuring Safety at Sea

With over 90% of global trade relying on sea transport, life-saving appliances are pivotal in upholding maritime safety regulations ....

A comprehensive introduction to the ISM Code

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Jul 1515 min read

Maritime Essentials

A comprehensive introduction to the ISM Code

What is the key to ensuring safe ship management and operation while preventing pollution in the maritime industry? The answer lies in...

Essential Functions of a Ship Management Company You Need to Know

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Jul 1413 min read

Maritime Essentials

Essential Functions of a Ship Management Company You Need to Know

With over 90% of global trade carried by sea, the demand for efficient ship management is higher than ever. Ship management companies...

Preparing for Paris & Tokyo MoU CIC 2024 - Ensuring Compliance with Crew Wages & Seafarer Agreements

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Jul 1314 min read

Port State Control

Preparing for Paris & Tokyo MoU CIC 2024 - Ensuring Compliance with Crew Wages & Seafarer Agreements

The Paris MOU and Tokyo MOU have announced a joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) on Crew Wages and Seafarer Employment...

The Role of ODME Systems - Monitoring Oil Discharge at Sea

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Jul 1211 min read

Maritime Essentials

The Role of ODME Systems - Monitoring Oil Discharge at Sea

Ever ponder how the maritime sector keeps environmental rules and prevents oil spills in our seas? The key lies in Oil Discharge...

How to prepare for a PSC (Port State Control) Inspection

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Jul 1110 min read

Port State Control

How to prepare for a PSC (Port State Control) Inspection

Did you know that over a three-year period, annual reports on Port State Control (PSC) reveal ISM, Fire Safety, and Certificate and...

How Water Salinity Shapes Buoyancy – The Salty Side of Ships

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Jul 1011 min read

Maritime Essentials

How Water Salinity Shapes Buoyancy – The Salty Side of Ships

As you gaze out at the vast expanse of the ocean, have you ever wondered how ships manage to stay afloat? The answer lies in the delicate...

Stripes on Ship Crew Uniforms - Decoding their meaning

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Jul 413 min read

Maritime Essentials

Stripes on Ship Crew Uniforms - Decoding their meaning

Ever wondered the significance of stripes on ship crew uniforms ? These simple lines and patterns reveal much about the wearer's rank,...

Technical Superintendents – Their Vital Role in Ship Management Companies

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Jul 110 min read

Maritime Essentials

Technical Superintendents – Their Vital Role in Ship Management Companies

Working behind the scenes, Technical Superintendents work tirelessly to guarantee that vessels are in top-notch condition, following...

A Guide to Container Sizes and Stacking in Maritime Shipping

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Jun 3015 min read

Maritime Essentials

A Guide to Container Sizes and Stacking in Maritime Shipping

In the year 2022, over 230 million containers were shipped globally, showcasing the immense scale of cargo transport via containerships....

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Jun 2913 min read

Maritime Essentials

Plimsoll Marks – What is their use?

Did you know that the Load Line Regulations, introduced by Lord Plimsoll in the British parliament in 1854, were the first step towards...

How to use Sounding Tapes when measuring bunkers

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Jun 2811 min read

Fuel Management

How to use Sounding Tapes when measuring bunkers

Have you ever wondered how ships accurately measure bunker fuel? The key lies in using sounding tapes correctly, an essential tool for...

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Jun 2614 min read

Maritime Essentials

How to create Passage Plan using ECDIS

Are you a maritime professional aiming to enhance your voyage planning with Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)?...

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Jun 2613 min read

Maritime Essentials

What does a marine inspection entail?

Marine inspections are pivotal in upholding ship safety , vessel compliance , and adherence to maritime regulations . They safeguard...

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