Accidents at Sea: Falling Off a Lifeboat Causes Death
Read this article to find out about a true incident in which a seaman lost his life while working on one of the life boats without taking basic safety precautions.
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Different Types of Sea Waves – A Comprehensive List
Waves are one of the most beautiful natural phenomena, but did you know there are different types of sea waves, influenced by weather conditions? Read this article to know more.
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A Guide to Merchant Navy Ranks (With Illustrations)
Merchant Navy or Merchant Marine refers to the fleet of Merchant Ships registered in a particular country. Seafarers onboard Merchant Navy Ships have different ranks to ensure smooth operations.
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What is “Citadel” Anti-Piracy Method?
Citadel refers to a room where the ship’s crew can hide during marine piracy attack. This anti piracy method can protect the ship’s crew against maritime piracy.
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Nautical Law: What is UNCLOS?
UNCLOS stands for the United Nations Convention for the Law of the Sea. The convention is also sometimes referred to as the Law of the Sea Convention or the Law of the Sea treaty.
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Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) – The Ultimate Guide
The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) outlines the minimum safety standards to be followed when constructing and operating merchant ships. Read this article to get a summary of all SOLAS Chapters.
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Different Types of Fishing Vessels
A boat or ship which is used to catch fish in a lake, sea or river is referred to as a Fishing Vessel. Know more about the different types of fishing vessels in this article.
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Bill Of Lading in Shipping: Importance, Purpose, And Types
Bill of Lading is issued by the carrier to the shipper and includes details about the goods being shipped, the starting point and destination of the shipment, and information about the shipper, carrier, and consignee.
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What Does “Port of Call” Means?
Port of call means an intermediate stop for a ship on its scheduled journey for unloading and loading cargo or taking supplies or fuel. Learn more about the term “port of call” in the article.
