The Maritime Industry Guide
Learn about the design and construction aspects of ships capable to ply in ice. Know more about the classification guidelines and norms that dictate the construction design of these vessels.
A naval architect has to consider several aspects while planning a ship’s hull form during the designing and construction process. Learn about the basics of choosing the right hull form of a ship in the article inside.
The shipbuilding industry is recognised as one of the most profitable industries around the world. Listed in here are top ten shipbuilding companies in the world in 2012
Machinery installation on board ships is not all about lifting and mounting on to the foundation. In this article, we will take a general overview of five stages of marine machinery installation.
Learn the answer to the most commonly asked question about ships – Why cannot a ship brake itself to stop and how do ships actually stop in water?
We are familiar with the form of ship propeller, but have we ever contemplated upon their shape, appearance and typical geometry? Let’s find out inside the article.
All major shipping companies are retrofitting their ship’s bulbous bow for increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. Learn about the reasons as to why ships are getting the Nose Jobs.
Design of container ships depends on type of cargo, the ports on route, the functionality of the ship, and also the economic trends in the market. Lets take a look at the important aspects considered for container ship design.
Metacentric Height of centre of gravity of ship is determined during the time of construction of the ship and which plays an important role in setting the loading capacity and stability of the ship. Know how meta centric height of a ship is found out