The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is a comprehensive international agreement that sets forth the legal framework governing the world’s seas and oceans. It was […]
Ship tonnage explains a vessel’s capacity, impacting regulations, fees, safety, and construction—vital in modern shipping for efficiency and compliance.
The Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) is arguably the most important legislation regulating overseas travel. The United States Congress passed the MTSA in 2004 and has since made many updates. […]
An STCW certificate is a document that proves a seafarer has met the minimum training requirements set by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers […]