Author: Dmitry
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Welcome to RaceSail Users
We are excited to welcome all RaceSail users to the Maritime Page community! As we continue to grow our content around maritime and sailing-related topics, we invite you to explore […]
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What Is the Safe Speed of A Ship? COLREGs Rule 6 Explained!
Speed is an important characteristic of a ship. It impacts a ship’s economic performance as well as her ability to avoid danger. Because of the importance of speed to the […]
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Passage Planning: 4 Stages of Safe and Efficient Navigation
A ship’s primary function is to transport goods and passengers from one port to another. This operation requires proper knowledge, planning, and execution to successfully sail the ship to its […]
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What Is Ship Chartering? Charter Types Explained!
The need for organizations to transport goods by sea in a cost-effective manner constitutes the backbone of Global trade. Organizations achieve this objective by either using their own ships or […]
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Microskiff Boats — What Are Microskiff Boats? And The Best Microskiffs
Looking to find the perfect boat for fishing in the flats? Then you might find yourself looking at a microskiff. Compact and narrow, the microskiff has become a top choice […]
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What is Meant by a Master-Pilot Relationship?
The practice of shipmasters using experts with local knowledge to safely guide them when entering or leaving ports, or navigating in potentially dangerous areas that require in-depth local knowledge, dates […]
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What Is Marine Salvage? Types and Process of Marine Salvage
A critical component to avoiding environmental or economic damage during a marine catastrophe is the ability to respond swiftly and appropriately in the aftermath of an accident to save all […]
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What Are P&I Clubs? What To Look For And How to Enter The Club?
Risk is an important issue in the maritime industry because of the public’s concern for several catastrophic accidents. While marine insurance typically provides coverage against definite and quantifiable risks to […]
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What Is Waterjet Propulsion On Small Vessels?
Have you ever seen a boat at a boat show or even in a marina where there are no outboard motors or propellers mounted when you look at the back […]
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What Is A Poop Deck On Ships?
If you’ve ever heard the term “poop deck,” you may be curious about its origins and definition. A ship’s aft (rear) is where the poop deck on ships is, a […]