Today, on Emergency Services Day, we pause to recognize the tireless efforts of those who dedicate their lives to protecting and caring for others. Among the many crucial services that […]
Marine pilotage is a vital aspect of maritime navigation, ensuring the safe and efficient passage of vessels through challenging or congested waters, such as ports, harbors, and narrow channels. Marine […]
Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) are an integral part of modern maritime navigation, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and environmental protection of vessel movements within specific coastal […]
Lighthouses, with their majestic presence on coastlines and remote islands, have been guiding sailors safely through treacherous waters for centuries. These towering structures are more than just navigational aids; they […]
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is a global union federation that represents millions of transport workers across various sectors, including maritime, aviation, railways, road transport, and urban transit. Founded […]
Working on ships, whether it’s commercial, military, or private vessels, is a career that offers both unique challenges and rewarding opportunities. Seafarers navigate the world’s oceans, ensuring the smooth transport […]
The sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, remains one of the most harrowing maritime disasters in history. It was a moment that shook the world, not just […]
The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is one of the most critical international maritime conventions , along with the MARPOL Convention and the STCW Convention. It […]
India, with its extensive coastline of over 7,500 kilometers and a rich maritime heritage, has always played a pivotal role in global maritime activities. As the world continues to rely […]
The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service on the American naval base at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu, Hawaii, in the United States, just before 8:00 a.m. (local time) on Sunday, December 7, 1941. At […]
