Code Oscar is a form of ship emergency code which is mainly used in the cruising industry. The vessel emergency code, Code Oscar, is rung in case there a person falls overboard from the vessel.
10 Toxic Ships of the Shipping World
October 1, 2012 By
Toxic ships are controversial vessel which have been the reason for environmental pollution threats in the past. These vessels have caused great disputes and harm to both humans and ecosystem because of harmful substances. Find out ten toxic ships of the shipping world inside the article.
The Probo Koala Toxic Ship Incident & Consequences
September 28, 2012 By
Over half-a-decade ago, Toxic waste dumped by the tanker ship Probo Koala in and around the city of Abidjan in Ivory Coast led a huge wave of toxicity throughout the city. Find out more about the toxic ship inside the article.
The Story of Maersk Alabama Container Vessel
September 14, 2012 By
MV Maersk Alabama is a container ship which was put into operation for the very first time in the year 1998 under the Danish registry. The ship is famous for the spate of piracy attacks experienced by her. Know more about its story inside the article.
What is an Entablature in Ship’s Engine?
September 8, 2012 By
An entablature is a part of the ship’s main engine. It is the housing which holds the cylinder liner, along with the scavenge air space and cooling water spaces.
What is a Binnacle On Ships?
September 3, 2012 By
The nautical compass plays a very vital role in maritime navigation. However, at times it becomes necessary and relevant to safeguard the compass from weather conditions. The navigation instrument that helps serve this purpose is the binnacle.
Mastering Ship’s Navigation – Part 4
August 21, 2012 By
This article is a part of the series – Mastering Ship’s Navigation. Find out how to navigate a ship using bow-thrusters, when using minimum help from tug boats.
Video: How to Launch and Board an Inflatable Life Raft?
August 3, 2012 By
Using an inflatable life raft on a ship indicates extreme situations such as abandoning the ship. Though no one would want to confront such an adverse condition, it is imperative that all mariners are conversant with the procedure of launching and boarding an inflatable life raft.
Kandla Port, Gujarat – An Important Commercial Port Of India
July 25, 2012 By
The Kandla port of Gujarat, India forms a vital marine network for vessels entering India through its Western waters – the Arabian Sea. Situated in the Gulf of Kutch, in the province of Gujarat Kutch, the port of Kandla has been in existence since the mid-1900s. Know more inside the article.
5 Best Handheld Portable Marine GPS Devices
July 11, 2012 By
Handheld portable marine GPS devices are used by sailors around the world. In this article, we have mentioned top five best selling portable GPS navigators in the market today.
Mastering Ship’s Navigation-Part 3
July 4, 2012 By
Mastering ship’s navigation is a continuous process. Deck officers need to learn the intricacies of marine navigation for a safe ship passage. In this article, learn as to how to handle the stopping distance of the ship.
Top 5 Waterproof Marine Binoculars
July 2, 2012 By
Binoculars used at sea needs to have certain extraordinary characteristics different from those of the conventional ones. Mentioned herein are top five waterproof marine binoculars which are best for use at sea.
