How to Apply for a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) Using Form CG-719B. If you are interested in working as a merchant mariner, you will need to obtain a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) from the U.S. Coast Guard. The MMC is a document that certifies your identity, nationality, medical fitness, training, and qualifications for various maritime […]
In this blog post, I will explain what is the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) chapter 12 on ship and why it is important for bulk carriers. SOLAS is an international maritime treaty that sets minimum safety standards for the construction, equipment and operation of merchant ships. SOLAS chapter 12 deals with additional safety […]
Sheer strake is a term used in ship construction to describe the uppermost strake of the side shell plating. A strake is a section of plate placed in fore and aft direction on the hull of the ship. The shear strake is usually of higher thickness and strength than other strakes, because it can resist […]
Diesel marine engines rely on lubricating oil to reduce friction and wear between moving parts, as well as to cool and clean the engine components. Lubricating oil pressure is an important indicator of the engine’s health and performance. If the lube oil pressure decreases gradually over time, it may indicate some potential problems that need […]
In this blog post, I will explain the difference between VIT and Super VIT in an engine. VIT stands for Variable Injection Timing, which is a method of adjusting the fuel injection timing to improve the thermal efficiency and reduce the specific fuel oil consumption of an engine. Super VIT is a type of VIT […]
Torsion box in container ship helps in countering the torsion forces being developed. Let’s read this article in detail. Torsion box in container ship Container ships are a type of cargo vessels that are designed to carry standardized containers of various sizes and shapes. These containers can be easily loaded and unloaded from the ship […]
IMU CET 2023 exam date is something that students are eagerly waiting for as they have started revision and preparing for the IMU CET 2023, which is the must to give exam if you are planning to study in the maritime academy in India. After the 10+2 board exams, students or candidates will get enough […]
The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code is a mandatory security regime for international shipping that was adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2002, following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The ISPS Code aims to enhance the security of ships and port facilities by establishing a framework for cooperation, […]
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering: A Fascinating Career Choice. If you are looking for a career that combines creativity, innovation, and technical skills, you might want to consider naval architecture and marine engineering. Naval architecture and marine engineering are two closely related fields that deal with the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of ships and […]
This article discusses about Philippine merchant marine academy, which is most reputed university in island nation. About This Academy The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) is a government-owned maritime academy in the Philippines. It was established in 1820 and is considered one of the premier maritime schools in the country. The academy offers a Bachelor […]