The Role of Filipino Seafarers in Global Shipping The Philippines is renowned as a leading provider of seafarers to the global maritime industry. With a long-standing maritime tradition and a […]
The maritime and marine industries are critical to global commerce, with commercial ships transporting around 90% of the world’s trade. As the demand for skilled mariners continues to grow, maritime […]
The US and EU-backed India-Middle East-Europe Corridor was billed as a potential rival to China’s Belt & Road Initiative. But it’s future looks bleak due to the war in the […]
Iran, with its strategic geographical location and access to three major bodies of water—the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and the Caspian Sea—holds a significant position in the maritime […]
Marine propulsion is the mechanism or system used to generate thrust to move a watercraft through water. While paddles and sails are still used on some smaller boats, most modern […]
In the wake of rising global security concerns, particularly those related to maritime activities, the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code stands as a pivotal framework established to […]
Fire pumps on ships are essential components of a ship’s firefighting system, designed to assist the crew in combating emergency fire situations. These pumps, commonly referred to as Marine FiFi […]
The Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean Sea have been interconnected through a web of trade routes and cultural exchanges dating back to antiquity. These storied waters witnessed the rise and […]
MARPOL Annex IV regulates the discharge of sewage from ships to prevent marine pollution. It applies to ships of 400 gross tonnage and above, or those carrying more than 15 passengers. […]
Introduction to ISM Code Auditing ISM Code auditing serves as an invaluable tool for improving maritime safety and environmental protection. By auditing a ship’s Safety Management System (SMS), professionals can […]
