Strengthening the Ship
Let us now look at the methods by which the designers ensure the strength in spite of these stresses. Before…
Shipboard Organisation
Let us start by looking at the Shipboard Organisation. As we can see that the development in the shipping industry…
Stresses
Modern ships vary considerably in details of their construction, according to their size and type, but almost all conform to…
Opening & Closing of Cargo Spaces
We are taking about Hatch Covers Every cargo ship, other than tankers is provided with large size hatchways on deck…
Anchoring Procedure
Anchoring a Important Aspect of Shipboard Operation!!! After a long sea voyage a ship arrives in a port or near…
Steering a Ship
Steering Steering a ship is one of the basic skills that you should acquire as a navigating officer. Within the…
Man Overboard Procedures
This blog aims at understanding and planning the manoeuvres and the procedures in emergencies, such as man overboard. Mariners should…
Care,Stowage and Protection of General Cargoes
Why stowage plays a important role for cargo handling??? We will discuss the principles of stowage of some important general…
Bridge Watch keeping
Aspects of Bridge watch keeping!!! Upon departure from a port, when the vessel reaches deep and safe waters, a course…
Cadet Role On Board
Cadet Forms The Foundation!!! When you opted for this profession, you had certain ideas about what you would be doing…