Nautical Science

Williamson Turn, Anderson, And Scharnov Turn To Rescue Mob

Manoverboard occurs when a person falls in the water while working, is washed by big waves, or because of a simple slip at the side of the ship. Time is […]
How is a Sextant Used for Navigation?

Seafarers, particularly the bridge officers, always need to know the two most important information onboard a ship. The heading or the course, and position of the vessel. Sextant allows the […]
What are Stevedores in Shipping?

Ships carry a wide array of goods ranging from foodstuff, machinery, vehicles, oil, gas, and dry goods. At the port, the goods are unloaded from one vessel to the warehouse […]
NYC’s Annual Tugboat Races

Tugboat races, commonly known as tug races, are competitions among tugs that involve a one-mile-long race among other events. The competitions are held once every year to entertain and educate […]
Major Ports in Ghana

The sea has always been an important part of human history, and seaports have long been an important part of maritime trade. Seaports are more important than ever today, as […]
What Is A Lift Boat? The Versatile Marine Workhorses in Offshore Drilling and Construction

There are lots of different types of boats out there, but keeping track of all of them is a pretty daunting task. If you have heard the term ‘lift boat’ […]
What Is Boxing The Compass? 32 Compass Points Explained

For those fascinated by maritime navigation, the term ‘boxing the compass’ might sound familiar. But what exactly does it entail? This traditional navigational practice, essential for mariners traversing the seas, […]
What Is A Neap Tide?

Down on the docks, a lot of different phrases and words get thrown around: port, starboard, fairway, lanyard, gunwale, tides. Trying to keep up and learn all of these different […]
Understanding the Marine Forecast

These days mariners have accurate weather forecasts at their fingertips. The science of meteorology, weather forecasting, and the tools we use to interpret weather data have improved so much that […]
The Panama Canal: History and Impact on Global Shipping

When we think about the items we use every day, it’s easy to overlook how those items arrived at our stores, markets, and warehouses. Only recently have we learned about […]