Reciprocating pump are very important part of the ship’s machinery and any other industry which is present in the world. High pressure is the main characters of this pump, and this high pressure output are being used in places like starting of the engine or you can say the building of pressure in the fluids. […]
This article discusses about the working and construction of an incinerator. The incinerator is used on board ship to burn the waste products generated on board and other waste. It is also very important machinery and thus it is necessary for us to know about this machinery. So, let’s discuss about this machinery in little […]
In this article we will see about the things that you need to look after when taking the engine rounds. With the advent of UMS ship, the traditional watch system of engine room like 4 hours on and 6 hours off, is somewhat obsolete now. Now all the engineers work from 8 in the morning to 5 in the […]
In a recent move, international maritime organization has put .5% sulphur in the marine fuel oil cap. By 2020, all vessels have to comply with the above standard. This decision was taken in meeting held in London last week. What Does .5% Sulphur Marine Fuel Means This means that by 2020 every ship has to burn […]
ULCC or Ultra Large Container Carriers are the new breed of ships that has taken the toll on the shipping market in a very short period of time. Let’s read about these fascinating ships. Ultra Large Container Ships Let’s read in brief, yet interesting information about these mega ships that are ever built. In short […]
Read this interesting article on shipping industry and the contribution of Indian maritime workforce over the past centuries. An industry which lifts 90% of the global trade is always in a hunger for the experienced maritime workforce. In the early 70’s there was a sudden change in the recruitment of maritime workforce. It shifted from […]
Dating a sailor is an experience in itself. To some it may sound glamorous and fascinating, and to some difficult. But ever since I started dating one, there’s so much I have learnt about relationships and life in general. Though the pangs of separation is tough, and might sometimes take a toll on you, having […]