As per SOLAS chapter chapter II-1 , regulation 21 1.1 An efficient bilge pumping system shall be...
Author - Amit Sharma
What is Annex 2 of MARPOL 73/78(Regulation for the Control of...
MARPOL Annex II Regulations for the control of pollution by noxious liquid substances in bulk sets...
Collision between a container ship and a linkspan
This report of a collision between a 94483 gross tonne container vessel and a link span highlights...
An ergonomic nightmare!
‘An ergonomic nightmare’ is an expression often to be heard emanating from the mariner, reflecting...
What is meaning of WGS 84 or World Geodetic System 84 ?
World Geodetic System (WGS). GPS receivers operate on the World Geodetic System (WGS) global...
What is Autopilot, its principle and details?
An autopilot (or pilot) is a mechanical, electrical or hydraulic system which can maintain a vessel...
What is Documents of Authorization as per Grain code?
A document of authorization shall be issued for every ship loaded in accordance with the...
What is Sequential Method of ballast water exchange and factors...
The sequential method entails completely emptying ballast tanks of the coastal waters and refilling...
How the numbering of the frame is done? what is zero frame?
All frames forward of the forward perpendicular are identified by a capital letter, starting with A...
What are regulations / requirements for Communication Equipments...
As per SOLAS, Chapter 3, Regulation 6, 1. Paragraph 2 applies to all passenger ships and to all...