Maritime Law

A Flag State refers to a nation where shipowners or shipping companies get their commercial ships or recreational vessels registered. Let’s take a look at the top 10 biggest flag states in the world.

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.

IMSBC Code is the main legislation regarding the safe carriage of solid bulk cargo by sea and provides detailed information and instructions on the adequate procedures which must be followed during loading, trimming, carrying and unloading of solid bulk cargo.

MARPOL Special Areas are oceanic regions which require higher levels of protection against pollution because of sea traffic, and ecological, oceanographic, scientific and socio-economic significance. 

Sea Lines of Communication are the major maritime routes between ports used for trade, military/naval, logistics and other purposes. Know more in this article.

Maritime Resource Management (MRM) is a training program built on the most advanced research in human factors and resource management. It helps prevent accidents at sea caused due to human and organisational mistakes.

Crewing ships with well-qualified, trained and experienced seafarers is the cornerstone of efficient shipping operations and it is for this reason that crew management companies exist. Read this article to know everything about crew management.