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Ship inspection is the process of examining and evaluating the condition and compliance of a vessel with international regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements. Ship inspections are conducted by flag […]

Marine biology is a fascinating and diverse field of study that focuses on the study of living organisms and their interactions with the marine environment. It encompasses a wide range […]

Ship design and construction is a vast topic that involves the planning, designing, engineering, and construction of various types of ships. Some of the key aspects of ship design and […]

  Navigational officers onboard commercial vessels must be familiar with several International Maritime Organization (IMO) conventions and regulations, which are designed to ensure the safe and efficient operation of ships […]

Marine diesel engines are the workhorses of the shipping industry, powering vessels ranging from small boats to massive container ships and tankers. These engines are designed to operate for extended […]

Ballast water plays a crucial role in stabilizing ships during voyages, but it also poses a significant environmental risk by transporting invasive aquatic species across different ecosystems. The Ballast Water […]

Shipping – which transports about 90% of global trade – is, statistically, the least environmentally damaging mode of transport when its productive value is taken into consideration.  For example, the […]

The International Maritime Organization – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships. […]

Persian Gulf, Arabic Baḥr Fāris, Persian Khalīj-e Fārs,  shallow marginal sea of the Indian Ocean that lies between the Arabian Peninsula and southwestern Iran. The sea has an area of about 93,000 square miles (241,000 square km). […]

What is the main purpose of the convention for preventing ship collisions at sea COLREG? The 1972 COLREG Convention was designed to update and replace the Collision Regulations of 1960 […]