Deck log book is one of the most important documents of the ship that is to be filled religiously without any errors. The navigating deck officer responsible for the deck log book should fill all the details that are necessary for the ship to sail safely at the sea.
What is Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER)?
The Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER) is a unique technological system developed by the USCG and which is specifically developed with an intention to ensure vessels’ safety and in cases of emergency, ascertain that help is reached out to the stranded or floundering vessel.
How Nautical Almanac Helps in Marine Navigation?
Nautical Almanac is a type of navigation aid, which describes the position of celestial bodies to assist navigators at sea to determine their ship’s position using celestial navigation.
Introduction To Ship Load Lines
Load line is a special marking positioned amidships which depicts the draft of the vessel and the maximum permitted limit in distinct types of waters to which the ship can be loaded. Get a general overview of ship load lines inside the article.
10 Types of Decks Every Seafarer Should Know
A normal ship consists of different types of decks for different purposes. Each of this deck has its own important and every seafarer should be acquitted with these decks and their locations on ships. Here are then important decks that every sailor should know.
What is Monkey Island on Ships?
The term “monkey island” refers to a place on the ship which is located at the top most accessible height. Technically, it is a deck located directly above the navigating bridge of the ship. Find out more inside the article.
How Celestial Navigation Helps in Ship Navigation?
Navigation by stars has been the oldest and the most conventional way of navigating in the vast oceanic expanse. Technological advancements might have enabled and provided far more pin-point precision than star navigation contemporarily, but fact remains that celestial navigation was one of the highlights of the ancient maritime era.
Understanding the Principles of Passage Planning
A safe voyage requires great amount of planning from different deck officers. This article explains the main stages/principles of passage planning which ensure a safe and smooth sail at the sea.
What are Vessel Traffic Services?
Vessel traffic services is a type of maritime service which deals with managing ship traffic on busy marine routes. This includes suggesting best routes to ships in order to avoid any kind of accident. Find out more about vessel traffic services inside the article.
How to do Intentional Grounding or Beaching of a Ship?
Beaching is a process wherein a ship is intentionally grounded in order to protect it during certain emergency situations. What is Beaching and how it is to be done? Find it inside the article