Essential Tools in a Ship’s Engine Room
The engine room of a ship is a bustling hub of activity, housing the machinery and equipment that powers the vessel. To maintain and operate this complex array of systems, […]
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Voyage Management of Ships: A Summarised Guide
Voyage management is a critical component of maritime operations, ensuring that ships travel safely, efficiently, and economically from port to port. This process involves meticulous planning, monitoring, and controlling all […]
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 is essential for safety, efficiency, and effective navigation. Three critical […]
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 levels of ships. Initially convened in 1930, this convention aimed […]
MARPOL Annex VI: Refrigerants in Marine Systems On Ships
The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, MARPOL, is a key international marine environmental convention aimed at minimizing pollution of the oceans and seas from ships. This […]
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 massive size and weight, ships remain afloat due to the […]
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 drive decarbonisation in the maritime sector. Led by UK SME […]
Understanding the Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code for Ships
Fire on ships is a serious hazard that can lead to catastrophic damage, endanger lives, and threaten the vessel’s safety. To mitigate risks, ships are equipped with fire safety systems, […]
MARPOL Convention
Following the devastating Torrey Canyon oil spill in 1967, which highlighted the urgent need for stronger maritime pollution regulations, the outdated OILPOL 54 Convention was replaced by the MARPOL Convention. Adopted in 1973 and significantly […]
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 pollution of the seas, including dumping, oil, and exhaust pollution. […]