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Real Life Incidents: Near Miss In Open Water And Good Visibility
A loaded LNG tanker was underway at about a speed of approximately 18 knots in good visibility..
Real Life Incident: Poor Situational Awareness Leads to Collision
A general cargo vessel was proceeding in a Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) at reduced power due to engine problems, making 4.5 knots at dead slow ahead.
Real Life Incident: Monkey’s Fist Knocks on Office Window
A tanker was approaching a jetty for berthing, While still some distance from the jetty the first heaving line was thrown…
Real Life Incident: Paint Storage Slip-Up On Ship
During a Class inspection, the crew were surprised to find that the lower compartment of a crane pedestal contained many sealed paint cans..
Real Life Incident: Checklist Mentality Is A Burning Problem
The accident investigation revealed that the crewmember had loosened the filter cover without first releasing the system pressure from the vent cock.
Real Life Incident: Vessel Speed Exacerbates Bank Suction
A general cargo vessel under pilotage was up-bound in a canal waterway under reduced speed in anticipation of meeting several down-bound vessels.
Maritime Law & Logistics
MARPOL (The International Convention for Prevention of Marine Pollution For Ships): The Ultimate Guide
The convention for Prevention of Marine Pollution (MARPOL) stands as one of the two solid pillars that support the maritime industry. Find…
The Ultimate Shipping Container Dimensions Guide
Shipping Containers have made transportation of cargo easier, convenient and safe. Learn about the specifications of the shipping containers, including container dimensions…
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Maritime Safety
What is An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)?
An Epirb is specialized navigational equipment used at sea to indicate to other ships and shore about a…
What is Mooring of Ships?
Mooring means fastening a vessel to any shore or land-based structure with the help of suitable mechanisms, so…
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Maritime Electrical
3 Phase Induction Motor – Construction and Working
The popularity of 3 phase induction motors on board ships is because of their simple, robust construction, and high-reliability factor in the…
Permanent Magnet Moving Coil Instrument (PMMC) – Working and Application
For measuring several electrical parameters to analyze and keep machineries in proper running condition, a permanent magnet moving coil (PMMC) instrument…
How to Minimize the Risks of an Electrical Shock on a Ship?
Electrical shock is the worst kind of accident on a ship. In this article you will learn about ways to prevent electrical…
