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, […]
Methanol Fired Marine Diesel Engine. Methanol is a promising alternative fuel for marine applications, as it can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. Methanol is also widely available, easy to handle, and compatible with existing infrastructure. However, methanol has some challenges, such as its low energy density, high toxicity, and low flash point. […]
What are the surveys come under CSM and what machineries are not included in CSM? What is Continuous Survey of Machinery? If you own or operate a ship that is classed by a classification society, you may be familiar with the term Continuous Survey of Machinery (CSM). But what does it mean and why is […]
Sea Trial of a Ship. Sea trials are a crucial phase in the construction and delivery of a ship, as they allow the shipbuilder and the owner to verify the performance and functionality of the vessel and its systems. One of the main components of sea trials is navigation trials, which test the ship’s ability […]
What is Decarbonisation in shipping? Briefly discuss the IMO decarbonisation ambitions and pathways with focus on the short term, mid-term and long term goals. Explain the two short-term measures approved by the IMO for implementation with their guidelines. What is Decarbonisation in shipping Decarbonisation is the process of reducing and eventually eliminating carbon dioxide and […]
Rescue boat requirements on merchant ship. A rescue boat is a small craft that can be used to rescue persons from the water, marshal life rafts, or tow life rafts to a safe place. Rescue boats are essential for the safety of life at sea and are required by the International Convention for the Safety […]
IMU CET 2023 online application process step by step is given in this article. Students can follow this while filling out the form for this exam. IMU CET 2023 online application process-step by step IMU CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test) is an entrance exam conducted by the Indian Maritime University for admission into […]
Follow up & non follow up in steering of a ship. Steering a ship is one of the most important and challenging tasks for a helmsman. The helmsman is responsible for keeping the ship on course and avoiding collisions with other vessels or obstacles. To do this, the helmsman must use the steering wheel or […]