Liferafts on Ships

Liferafts are critical safety devices on ships, designed as compact, durable survival platforms for use in maritime emergencies. These inflatable rafts are equipped with essential survival gear, including food, water, […]

Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)

Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) are vital safety devices for maritime operations, designed to alert search and rescue (SAR) services in emergencies. These beacons, once activated, transmit a distress […]

Marine Steam Turbines

Introduction to Marine Steam Turbines Marine steam turbines are engines that convert thermal energy from steam into mechanical work to propel ships. This technology has evolved significantly since its introduction […]

Safety Valves of the Marine Boilers

Safety valves are critical components of marine boilers, designed to prevent over-pressurization that could lead to catastrophic failures. These valves automatically release steam if the pressure exceeds safe levels, thus […]

Safety and Emergency Procedures on Ships

Introduction to Maritime Safety Marine safety is a critical aspect of the maritime industry, which encompasses all activities related to the navigation and operation of ships and other vessels. The […]

Engine Room Flooding on Ships

Floods in a ship’s engine room can have severe consequences, compromising the vessel’s water tight integrity and potentially leading to catastrophic outcomes. The engine room is a critical area of […]

IMO International Tonnage Convention

The International Tonnage Convention, more formally known as the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, is one of the vital conventions ratified by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). […]