Comprehensive Explanation of the COLREGs Rule 1
The COLREGs are the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. They are a set of information, advice, guides, and mandatory rules that all ships must follow in order to […]
Nautical Science
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Dry Bulk Carriers – All Major Sizes and Types
The first bulk carrier “John Bowes” was launched in 1852, and since then this type of vessel has been actively improved and developed. Modern bulk carriers are significantly superior to […]
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Cargo Stowage Factor – How to use and calculate!
Carriage of the cargo by sea transport starts with planning and searching for an appropriate cargo vessel and the cargo stowage factor plays a crucial role in this process. A […]
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What Is The Pivot Point Of Ship? Fully explained!
Pivot pointed can be defined as the imaginary point about a vessel’s centerline about which the vessel is pivoted while turning and this point is not stationary and can change […]
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What is Transportable Moisture Limit & Flow Moisture Point?
The phenomenon of dry bulk cargo liquefaction is now receiving much attention from industry stakeholders because it has now been recognized as a major hazard for bulk carriers. Liquefaction is […]
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What is the NATO Phonetic Alphabet?
Pilots, police officers, military officials, and maritime officers communicate through radio and phone calls. The recipients need to receive the exact information, but sometimes it isn’t easy. In poor networks […]
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Magnetic Compass Maintenance And Safe Adjustment
An officer of the watch needs very important information during his watch and voyage. These are position and course/heading. The position, it is normally taken from the GPS equipment. For […]
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Guide To Steering A Ship
The ocean is vast and unpredictable. There are many things that can go wrong when navigating through the sea. If you don’t know where you are going, you might get […]
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What is the Fastest Ship in the World?
Ship transport is a critical mode of global transportation, responsible for moving over 75% of global goods. While historically known for slower speeds, technological advancements have pushed modern ships to […]
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What Is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker Ship?
Explore the design and operation of bitumen tankers, the lifeline for transporting liquid asphalt and bitumen to various regions.