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Torrey Canyon oil spill in 1967, which highlighted the urgent need for stronger maritime pollution regulations, the outdated OILPOL 54 Convention was replaced by the MARPOL Convention.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 […]
At the 23rd Ministerial conference of the parties (COP 23) of the Barcelona Convention taking place in Portoroz (Slovenia, 4-8 December 2023), the contracting parties to the convention agreed on several […]
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. […]
The Ship Aero Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) is a pivotal component in managing waste on board, ensuring that ships can treat sewage effectively while adhering to stringent international standards. This […]
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 […]
Importance of IoT in Marine Science and Ocean Industry The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected physical devices that collect and exchange data through the internet. This […]
05/05/2023 This article provides a comprehensive overview of the marine environment and is intended for maritime professionals, marine officers, students, and individuals interested in environmental issues related to ship pollution […]
Eutrophication of the seas is a growing environmental concern, resulting in severe consequences for marine ecosystems and human activities. This course is designed to provide marine engineers and deck officers […]
Researchers studying the Great Pacific Garbage Patch have found dozens of different species of marine life thriving amid the piles of swirling plastic and debris — including species that are usually only […]
From the deep sea to the open ocean, and kelp forests to coral reefs, sea slugs are found in waters all over the world – including our own. We look […]
