What Is a Ballast System on a Cargo Ship?
A cargo ship’s ballast system manages seawater intake and discharge to stabilize trim, list, and draft—crucial for safety, fuel efficiency, and legal compliance.
Ship Operations
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Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS): A Game Changer for Maritime Decarbonization
Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS) offer a powerful solution by harnessing wind energy to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
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Hold Cleaning on Bulk Carriers: Standards and Inspection
Explore cargo hold cleaning for cargo ships, its methods, challenges, and best practices. Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance in maritime transport.
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Hatch Cover Survey: Weathertight Integrity and Cargo Claims
Good watertight integrity on boat hatches is paramount to keeping the ship afloat and minimizing damage at all costs.
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Marine Satellite Internet: GMDSS, VSAT and Cyber Risk
Some boaters take leisurely trips to the lake while others venture into the ocean, far removed from the rest of civilization. Thankfully, marine satellite internet helps ships stay connected.
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What Is a TEU in Container Shipping?
What is a TEU? A twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) is a widely accepted standard unit of measurement in marine shipping, representing the capacity of a standard 20-foot-long container.
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What Does a Longshoreman Do? Cargo, Tally and Liability
Longshoremen play a critical role in the global supply chain, bringing billions worth of cargo into the country. So what does a longshoreman do exactly?
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Ice Classes of Cargo Ships: Navigating Polar Waters with Confidence
Ice class refers to the classification given to a cargo ship indicating its ability to navigate through sea ice. This classification is crucial for ensuring safe marine operations in polar regions and is assigned by various classification societies or national authorities. Ships with a higher ice-class can navigate through thicker and harder sea ice. Some…
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Ship Rigging Explained: Standing, Running and Inspection
Rigging is the system of wires, ropes, and fittings that supports a vessel’s mast and controls its sails. The distinction between standing rigging — which holds the rig in place — and running rigging — which moves to control the sails — determines how the system is inspected, maintained, and replaced. This article covers rigging…
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Damaged Ship Repair: Survey, Class Approval and Sea Trial
Even the largest and strongest vessels aren’t immune to the ocean’s powerful effects. Here’s everything involved in repairing, restoring and redeploying damaged ships to ensure safety and structural integrity.