MARPOL is the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships. It’s the IMO treaty governing oil, chemical, sewage, garbage, and air pollution at sea. Adopted in 1973 and in force since 1983 as MARPOL 73/78, it’s split into six Annexes, each covering a different pollution source. This guide breaks down what each Annex…
Find certified marine surveyors across Ohio by region, from Lake Erie to Cincinnati. Compare SAMS and NAMS credentials, coverage areas, and survey costs.
Alabama’s best sources for used boat parts — Mobile, Semmes, and Talladega. Gulf Coast outboard specialists plus inland lake coverage for Lake Martin and beyond.
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The dry bulk sector, which accounts for nearly half of the world’s fleet by deadweight. The top 10 dry bulk shipping companies, managing over 15%.
Boating enthusiasts and boat owners alike often wonder how much fuel their boat uses per hour. The answer to the question of how much fuel does a boat use is not straightforward, as fuel consumption can vary depending on several factors. Boat size, weight, engine type, and speed are just a few examples of the…
The Newcastlemax bulk carrier is a large vessel used to transport bulk cargo such as coal, iron ore, and grain across the world’s oceans. These ships are designed to be able to carry as much cargo as possible to make shipping more efficient and cost-effective. In this article, we will take a closer look at…
The world’s top LNG carrier fleet operators, ranked by fleet size and capacity, with 2026 industry context.
The question of how submarines work might be like magic for the general public, no one can even imagine how a submarine that is so massive can perform the miracle of submerging and then rising to the surface again. So, what is a submarine? A submarine, or “sub,” is a special kind of vessel that…
A complete guide to ship prefixes — what MV, MT, SS, FV, and every other vessel designation means, plus why they still matter today.