All views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author only. 1- Please tell us about yourself little bit Hello queens and sailors I am pooja kanojia, a professional makeup artist from the city of noida (India) Here is a little questionnaire where I share my 1st experience sailing as a supernumerary(family) […]
1. A few valves on the valve chest of a bilge pump, on the suction side, need urgent repair/renewal. Write a letter to the owner asking for spares, clearly indicating the type of valve, the components required and the approximate time for the repair. 2. Suggest some means of aligning a pump and its drive […]
What is STCW Chapter VII and why is it important? STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers. It is an international convention adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 1978 to establish minimum standards for seafarers’ competence and qualifications. The STCW Convention has been revised and amended several times, most […]
