Although the term “she” is a pronoun commonly used by human beings, it is also used when referring to ships. The term has been utilized for centuries, and there are numerous reasons for it. One of the most dominant reasons is that the word ship originates from the Latin word “Navis,” associated with feminism. Another…
One knot equals one nautical mile per hour. A nautical mile is 1,852 metres — slightly longer than a statute mile — giving 1 knot a value of 1.15078 miles per hour or 1.852 kilometres per hour. To convert quickly: multiply knots by 1.15 for mph, or by 1.85 for km/h. The reason mariners and…
Navigating the high seas has become much safer and easier because of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System. It allowed stakeholders to check and monitor vessels around the globe. GMDSS(Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) was developed by the IMO (International Maritime Organization), not just in response to multiple disasters but to prevent similar…
In maritime transport, it is often difficult to accurately determine the time of arrival or even departure of a vessel from a port. For this reason, the abbreviations ETA and ETD were created. These terms are widely used in the maritime and shipping industry and indicate the approximate dates of the vessel’s passage start and…
To operate the vessel properly, a minimum number of crew members is required. The number varies depending on the factors like the type of vessel, cargo operation, size, local standards, etc. Modern ships can have a crew of 15-25 persons. However, for the last twenty-five years, the number of crew members is being reduced, more…
Trim by the head lowers the bow, lifts the propeller and hurts steering. Learn how trim is calculated, why stern trim is preferred and when head trim is OK.
The IS Code stability criteria for timber deck cargo, what the calculation must include, timber load lines, and how deck timber is stowed, lashed and checked.
Classification societies set the technical standards ships must meet — learn how the system works, who the major players are, and why it matters.
Ship anchoring is one of the ship’s critical operations. This is being performed either in shallow or deep water. Anchoring in deep water basically means dropping the anchor at a water depth of more than 50 meters. The recommended maximum water depth for anchorage is about 110meters. Ship anchorage is an important part of the…
Though marine radars are indispensable equipment on the bridge, it still has their own limitations. Knowing this allows the Officer on Watch to make the best decision. The main limitations of marine radars are range, bearing, and accuracy. Other minor factors include target acquisition, pulse length, wavelength, and sensitivity. Radars are an effective tool onboard…