Economic Impacts of Ballast Water Treatment System Installation for Shipowner. Ballast water is the water that is taken on board a ship to maintain its stability and balance when it is not carrying cargo or passengers. Ballast water can contain various organisms and pathogens that can pose a threat to the marine environment and human […]
Freight forwarding is the process of arranging the storage and transportation of goods on behalf of shippers. Freight forwarders are firms that specialize in this process and provide a full range of services, such as tracking, documentation, customs clearance, warehousing, and transportation. Freight forwarders may transport freight themselves, but their main business is the management […]
MEPC 80: A Milestone for Reducing GHG Emissions from Shipping. The 80th session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 80) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) was held from 3 to 7 July 2023 in London. The meeting was attended by representatives from IMO member states, industry associations, non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders. The […]
IMO Regulations and Guidelines for Ballast Water Treatment Systems. Ballast water is essential for safe and efficient shipping operations, but it can also pose serious ecological, economic and health problems due to the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens in ships’ ballast water. These invasive species can cause damage to biodiversity, natural resources, human […]
The US Merchant Marine is a vital part of the nation’s economy and security, transporting goods and people across the world’s oceans and waterways. The US Merchant Marine consists of privately-owned ships that fly the US flag and are registered in the US, as well as the US mariners who crew them. The US Merchant […]
How Many Seafarers Are Lost at Sea Every Year? Seafaring is one of the oldest and most essential occupations in the world, but also one of the most dangerous. According to various sources, hundreds of seafarers lose their lives or go missing at sea every year due to accidents, piracy, extreme weather, or other causes. […]
Ballast water is water that is taken on board a ship to maintain its stability and balance. It is usually discharged at the destination port, where it can introduce invasive species and pathogens that can harm the local marine ecosystem. To prevent this, ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) are used to disinfect and filter the […]
How to Remove a Piston Stuck in Liner of a 2-Stroke Main Engine of Ship. If you are working on a ship with a marine engine, you may encounter a situation where the piston gets stuck in the liner due to various reasons, such as excessive wear, corrosion, seizure, or deformation. This can cause serious […]
Boiler water test on ship. Boiler water test is a routine procedure that ensures the quality and safety of boiler water on board ship. Boiler water test can detect various impurities and contaminants that may affect the performance and efficiency of the boiler system. Boiler water test can also prevent corrosion, scaling and foaming problems […]
What is UMS ship and what are its requirements? UMS stands for Unmanned Machinery Space, which means that the ship’s engine room does not require constant human supervision or attendance. UMS ships are designed to operate with automated systems that monitor and control the machinery, such as propulsion, power generation, ventilation, fire detection and suppression, […]