This report from the Transport Accident Investigation Commission New Zealand features the...
Author - Amit Sharma
What are regulations for Bulk carrier construction as per SOLAS ?
Construction Details of bulk carrier are as follow : These ships have large clear holds with no...
What should be pilot transfer arrangements requirements as per...
As per SOLAS chapter V, REGULATION 23:- 1. Application 1.1 Ships engaged on voyages in the course...
What is SSAS or Ship security and alert system and its details?
The ship security alert system is provided to a ship for the purpose of transmitting a security...
What is a Chronometer?
The chronometer is an accurate time keeping instrument carried on board. It always shows the GMT...
What is the working principle of the autopilot system?
An output from a gyro or magnetic repeating compass is coupled to a differential amplifier along...
What are unwanted echoes and signals appear on Radar screen?
The navigator must be able to recognize various abnormal echoes and effects on the radarscope so as...
What are hazards associates with carriage of solid bulk cargo on...
The prime hazards associated with the shipment of solid bulk cargoes are those Relating to...
What are types of tanker cargo pipelines?
There are three basic types of pipeline systems: Direct system Ring main system Free flow system...
What is Wall-Sided formula?
A wall-sided inclination of the ship is one where the waterline on both sides of the ship is in...