MLC or Maritime Labor Convention is already effective. MLC sets standards for the seafarers regarding their onboard living conditions, wages, food etc. In this article we will discuss about the recent regulations regarding the accommodations for the seafarers, when they are onboard. To simplify the understanding, we will try to keep it as simple as possible. Maritime Labor Convention Regulations Accommodation Regulations […]
Two bulk carriers have reported to be in the collision incident while at Aegean Sea. Clipper Como (Danish Bulker) and Levantes ( Greek Bulker) collided with each other. While there are no news regarding damage to the Levantes, but Danish bulker suffered heavy damages as seen in the picture. It seems that the port side […]
The Forgotten Legacy of Merchant Marine Piney Point. Nestled on the picturesque shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland lies a piece of American maritime history that has often gone unnoticed by the public eye—the Merchant Marine Piney Point facility. This unassuming location, once a bustling training center for merchant mariners, holds a rich legacy […]
