Onboard any ship, safety is not just a department, it is a culture. And one piece of equipment that often quietly watches over this culture is the fire alarm panel. Located usually on the bridge, ECR or CCR, this panel is the brain of the ship’s fire detection system. It does not just detect fire […]
What Every Deck Officer Must Know Onboard any seagoing vessel, the bridge is not just the nerve centre for navigation and communication – it is also a critical safety zone. Among its many emergency tools and systems, one category stands out during distress situations – pyrotechnics. Often locked away and forgotten until a drill or […]
Dry docking is not just a shipyard pitstop — it’s an entire lifecycle event in the life of a ship. It’s the time where we get under the skin of the vessel, breathe new life into her hull, machinery, systems, and surveys, and prepare her for years of safe sailing. This blog combines seagoing insight […]
Overview and Safety Maintaining a ship’s LPG cargo compressor demands a systematic approach that prioritizes both technical precision and safety at every stage. Before starting work, always ensure the compressor is shut down, depressurized, purged with nitrogen, and physically isolated from the main system. Strict adherence to plant and local safety protocols is essential—never compromise […]
The hours before arrival at port or departure from it are not just busy—they are decisive. For the navigating officer, this is not merely a checklist ritual but the ultimate test of preparedness, awareness, and professionalism. Whether you’re calling at Singapore or sailing out of Rotterdam, every single equipment on the bridge must be verified […]
When we think of the risk involved with being at sea, we think of storms, engine failure, running aground, theft, or pirates. But there is a risk — silent, hidden, lethal; mental illness The Merchant Navy teaches responsibility, discipline, and courage. However, it exposes our minds to tests that no manual will prepare you for. […]
Discover everything there is to know about the Master’s SMS Review — purpose, procedures, compliance requirements, and best practices for optimizing safety and operational excellence onboard ships. Introduction In today’s sophisticated maritime world, compliance is not simply a matter of checking boxes — it’s about establishing a robust safety culture on board. One of the […]
A screw compressor is an essential piece of machinery onboard ships, tasked with supplying compressed air for a wide range of vital operations—such as engine starting, control systems, and service air requirements. Marine screw compressors are favoured for their reliability, steady output, and efficiency, making them the industry standard for continuous duty air supply in […]
Introduction Regardless of whether you need what is a liferaft, liferaft use at sea, or how to launch liferaft procedures, this guide has everything in one place. This blog has been composed for deck officers, cadets, and safety personnel, and it meets a balance between SEO exposure and useful information regarding maritime scenarios. What is […]
As you prepare for your journey as a Fourth Engineer onboard, one of the first pieces of machinery you will interact with on a daily basis is the air compressor. This might look like another piece of heavy equipment in the engine room, but its role is far more important than what meets the eye. […]
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