ETD and ETA in Shipping – A Detailed Guide
ETD is the abbreviated version of Expected or Estimated Time of Departure, while ETA stands for Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Find out their meaning and importance in detail inside the article.
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Marine Transportation Of Plastic Pellets Or Nurdles
The IMO has continued to work on developing and implementing guidelines for the safe transportation of plastic pellets by sea. Know more in this article.
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Underwater Ship Hull Cleaning: Techniques, ROVs, & Cavitation Technology
Cleaning a ship’s hull boosts fuel efficiency & reduces biofouling. Read the article to know about modern cleaning tech, and how the industry balances this with environmental regulations.
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The Hong Kong Convention (2009)
The Convention set in place a method for the safe recycling of ships that are supported by certifications and reporting requirements.
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Understanding The Ship Recycling Process
Ship recycling is usually planned for vessels that have reached the end of their operational lives, i.e., between 25 and 30 years.
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Prime Vendor Program Logistics Explained
Prime vendors usually purchase and store items required by the customer from a cluster of pre-approved suppliers, referred to as ‘preferred suppliers’. Read the article to know more.
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Security Management of Commercial Ports
Port security is often viewed as mainly controlling the risks within the immediate port premises. However, in most cases, it also covers the coastal area around the seaport. Read the article to know more.
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Maritime Transport of Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Materials Explained
In maritime transportation, dangerous goods are classified and transported under the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code or IMDG code. This code is regulated by the International Maritime Organization [IMO].
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7 Key Challenges in Container Port Operations
Container Ports handle millions of tons of cargo annually and they need to have the latest infrastructure, software, safety, and security features which calls for diligent planning with ample safeguards to meet unexpected challenges.
