8 Ways to Monitor and Measure Marine Engine Performance
The efficiency of the main engine is directly related to its performance. Mentioned in this article are eight important was to measure marine engine performance.
The efficiency of the main engine is directly related to its performance. Mentioned in this article are eight important was to measure marine engine performance.
Seafarers earn their money through a lot of hard work, courage and grit. Find out how they kill this hard-earned money by investing in inefficient and dubious schemes in spite of consistent savings or investments.
A healthy relationship between chief officer and port terminal representatives is the key to “hassle-free” cargo operations. Find out what points a chief mate must keep in mind while dealing with shore personnel.
Selandia is the name of the world’s first fully diesel powered motor ship which was launched in the year 1912. The ship began an important new era of motor ships in the maritime industry. Find out more about the unique ship inside the article.
Proper Lifting techniques & procedure will avoid strain on your back which are responsible for back problems like back pain and other type of back injury. Learn how to avoid back injury on ships.
Our photo of the day has been sent by Chief Officer Kyle Marks from Australia. The photograph depicting an approaching tropical revolving storm (TRS) has been taken from a AHTS vessel Far Sky.
Fuel cost is one of the biggest factors for operating ships and represents 50-70 % of the total operating cost of the vessel. As the prices of fuel reach a new high every day and the environmental policies on ships’ emission become more stringent, it becomes very important for the shipping companies to keep a check on fuel consumption and utilization and develop ways to correctly measure the quantity of the fuel used on board ship.
Ship-themed buildings are fascinating works of architecture we all love. If you hail from the maritime industry, coming across ship-shaped structures on land evokes a feeling of nostalgia or a sense of belonging which brings you closer to your profession. Checkout this amazing ship-themed buildings from around the world.
Can an Indian seaman desert a ship without taking permission or consent of his seniors? Can he leave a ship never to return back? The article tries to explain as to what exactly happens when a seafarer deserts a ship.
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