A variety of ocean phenomena- both explained and unexplained have intrigued people around the world. Some of these most famous ocean mysteries have been a subject of great debates and discussions. Learn about ten such mysteries of the oceans.
20 Ways for Seafarers to Reduce Their Carbon Footprint on Ships
February 7, 2013 By
Pollution from shipping is on the rise. Seafarers must make dedicated efforts to reduce their carbon footprint while working on ships. Learn how they can help in reducing overall carbon emissions from the shipping industry.
Top 26 Innovative Uses of Shipping Containers
January 28, 2013 By
Shipping containers are recycled and used in a variety of ways to solve a number of problems. Mentioned herein are twenty six most innovative and famous ways in which shipping containers are presently being used around the world.
How Shipping Has Become a Great Threat to Whales?
January 23, 2013 By
A large number of whales are injured and killed as a result of ships and offshore activities every year. Learn how shipping activities have been severely affecting whales and what steps have been taken to prevent the same.
How Ships are Destroying Coral Reefs Around the World?
January 15, 2013 By
Ships and offshore activities are a great threat to coral reefs around the world. Learn how shipping is destroying coral reefs as a result of severe human interference.
Top 20 Major Oil Spill Incidents Since 1967
December 20, 2012 By
Oil spill as a result of maritime accidents have been a major concern for the shipping industry. Find out about twenty major oil spill incidents after 1967 that shook the maritime industry with their harmful effects and consequences.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Ballast Water Exchange and Management Plan
December 10, 2012 By
Ballast water management plan is implemented on board ships to reduce the harmful effects of ballast water. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about ballast water exchange and ballast water management plan.
Impact of North American Emission Control Area (ECA) on the U.S and the Shipping Industry
October 19, 2012 By
Find the impacts of the third Emission Control Area – The North American Emission Control Area which is applicable for ships trading in areas off the Coasts of Canada, The United States and French majorities of Saint.
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 Urgent Need to Reduce Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Emissions from Ships
July 30, 2012 By
Among the various emission control applications used in the shipping industry, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) System comes out to be the most efficient in effectively reducing ship’s NOx emission by 90-95%. Find out more about SCR systems inside the article.
What is a Ship Graveyard?
June 7, 2012 By
A ship graveyard is a name given to a place where old ships are abandoned to naturally disintegrate. Also known as ship cemetery, a ship graveyard would generally have a large number of ships, boats, or hulls of scrapped ships left to decay.
How Is Plastic Ruining The Ocean?
May 22, 2012 By
From being regarded as a very vital presence of the contemporary world, plastic has come to be looked upon as a material of immense potential destruction and harm. Find out inside the article as to how plastic is ruining the oceans and marine life in a number of ways.
