Maritime Education

Navigating the Seas: Marine VHF Radios, GPS, and Autopilots

As technology advances, so does our ability to navigate and communicate while at sea. For mariners, having the right tools...

Introduction to Ship Load Lines

International Ship Load Line Convention The International Ship Load Line Convention establishes globally recognized regulations for determining the safe loading...

Attacks on Red Sea shipping related to Israeli ports: Port of Eilat declares bankruptcy

The economic repercussions of Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea have become starkly evident, leading to the Port...

Is the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor Dead on Arrival?

The US and EU-backed India-Middle East-Europe Corridor was billed as a potential rival to China's Belt & Road Initiative. But...

Refrigerants in Marine Systems On Ships: Compliance with MARPOL Convention

The maritime industry has long relied on various refrigerants to ensure the efficient operation of refrigeration and air conditioning systems...

Houthi Ships’ Attacks in the Red Sea: Not Stopping Gaza Genocide, but Exposed the West’s Moral Bankruptcy

During the recent Gaza war, the Houthi rebels, also known as Ansar Allah, have claimed responsibility for numerous attacks on...

Ship Buoyancy: The Science that Keeps Vessels Afloat

What is Buoyancy? Buoyancy is a fundamental concept that allows ships to float and navigate the vast oceans. Despite their...

Driving Internationally the Uptake of Green Hydrogen for Ports

The National Composites Centre (NCC) is delighted to share news of our involvement in the international green hydrogen project to...

Israeli Haifa Port attacked by Resistance in Iraq and Lebanon

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq continues to conduct operations against targets in occupied Palestine as regional tensions escalate. The Islamic...

Chinese Shipping Giant COSCO Stopped Visiting Israeli Ports

Chinese state-owned shipping giant COSCO Shipping has stopped visiting Israeli ports. The company, the fourth largest container shipping line in...

Zero Arrivals, Zero Income: Israeli Eilat Port Is Out of Service Due to Houthi Threat

Houthi attacks in Bab el-Mandeb strait have completely halted the trade activities of the Port of Eilat, placing it in...

Understanding the Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code for Ships

The Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code is a crucial component of maritime safety, providing comprehensive guidelines for the fire protection,...

MARPOL Convention

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, commonly known as MARPOL, is a key international marine environmental...

Introduction to Cargo Tank Cleaning and Washing on Ships

MARPOL, short for Marine Pollution, is one of the most important international marine environmental conventions. It was designed to minimize...

Innovations in Ports: Revolutionizing Maritime and Supply Chain Logistics

The global maritime industry has been a cornerstone of international trade for centuries. Today, it is undergoing a digital transformation...

What is Voyage Management For Ships?

What is Voyage Management? Voyage management is a comprehensive and critical aspect of maritime operations, involving the oversight and coordination...

The Impact of IoT and AI on Ships and Maritime Operations

The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) on ships is revolutionizing maritime operations. These technologies...

Lloyd’s Maritime Atlas Of World Ports And Shipping Places – Persian Gulf

Published since 1951, Lloyd's Maritime Atlas is the oldest and most respected atlas in the shipping industry. A comprehensive reference...

The Collision of Titans: Top 5 Ship-Bridge Accidents Globally

The coexistence of maritime and terrestrial traffic can occasionally result in catastrophic encounters, particularly when massive vessels come into contact...

Steering Gear Problems and Failure of Ships

Navigational safety is paramount in maritime operations, with steering gear systems being the helm of maneuverability for vessels. Steering gear...