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Ship Classification Societies set the technical and operational standards for different kinds of ships, carriers and offshore structures concerning their design, construction, surveying and testing, after which the vessels are given a class certificate. Described in this article are the Top 10 Classification Societies.
The acronym ATA stands for ‘temporary admission’ or ‘admission temporaire’ in French. It is an international agreement between customs authorities of certain countries that allows for the movement of goods between these countries without having to pay customs duty or having to move the goods through a bond.
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) code has been created to avoid problems for shipping dangerous goods by categorising the aspect & level of danger.
A bill of lading is a record of traded goods which have been received on board. It is a document that establishes an agreement between a shipper and a transportation company for the transportation of goods.
Energy Efficiency Design Index or EEDI was formulated by IMO as an amendment to its crucial guidelines MARPOL ANNEX VI at the 62nd Marine Environmental Protection Committee meeting in 2011 and enforced from January 2013 onward.
Holland Container Innovations (HCI), a company based out of The Netherlands, introduced the concept of foldable containers in 2008. Are foldable containers a viable option compared to rigid ones. Let’s find out!
Imports and exports are monitored by laws enforced by a country’s Customs department, following government policies. Different countries have organizations that formulate guidelines and rules for imports and exports. Let us understand the customs clearance process in this article.
Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) stands as one of the two solid pillars that support the maritime industry. Find out everything you want to know about SOLAS in this article.
While at sea, Seafarers are vulnerable to natural calamities, maritime security threats, such as piracy or armed robbery against ships, wars, and conflicts. This article reviews the existing labour rights of seafarers when faced with these situations.