LNG vs. LPG: A Comprehensive Guide to the Difference between LNG and LPG
LNG and LPG play vital roles in maritime transport. Learn about their unique storage, transport methods, and how each fuel impacts shipping efficiency and sustainability.
Maritime Safety & Law
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What is the IGC Code? Role, Key Aspects, and Compliance
The IGC Code sets international safety standards for ships carrying liquefied gases like LNG and LPG, ensuring their safe transport under strict guidelines.
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Is Maritime Security Necessary on Modern Ships?
It’s vital for ships to stay vigilant. Isolation from land means having no backup or protection for miles, making them vulnerable to attacks and other threats. Equip modern ships using modern maritime security methods.
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Lifeboats: Regulations and Requirements
In an emergency, portable vessels called lifeboats will get a ship’s occupants to relative safety. So how do lifeboats work?
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Extreme Heat Hazards Faced by Seafarers
What must sailors know to stay safe and make it back to shore healthy and happy? Here’s a closer look at the extreme heat hazards seafarers face and the precautions and procedures they must know before setting sail.
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How Do Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) Work?
Personal floatation devices (PFDs) are necessary when people are near deep water. What is the meaning of PFDs and the science behind them?
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What Is the Maritime Transportation Security Act?
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. […]
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10 Types of Ship Drills You Need to Know to Stay Safe at Sea
“It takes practice to be good at something” is a common quote that we hear every day. For the officers and crew to efficiently operate the vessel, they would perform […]
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What is an STCW Certificate? A Professional’s Guide
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 […]
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What is STCW Code? A Clear Explanation for Mariners
The Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention is an international treaty that sets minimum qualification standards for seafarers on seagoing merchant ships and large yachts. The STCW Convention […]