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In this article,  we will share Types of Fire Extinguishers you many see onboard ship & Their Uses: Water Extinguisher• Best for: Class A fires (wood, paper, textiles)• Not suitable for: oil, gas, or electrical fires Foam Extinguisher• Best for: Class A & B fires (solids & flammable liquids)• Creates a barrier between the fire and oxygen CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide)• Best for: Electrical fires and…

On this marine guide, here are all you need to know about international shore connection (ISC). What is ISC? ISC is a standardized flange used to connect the ship’s fire main to an external water source (shore hydrant or another vessel) in emergencies. In the unfortunate case of a fire, a Shore Connection functions as a backup measure for firefighters on ships. In case there is a total failure…

Have you ever wondered why big ships have two different radars? It’s all about purpose and performance! X-Band and S-Band radars work together to give mariners a complete picture of their surroundings. Here’s a quick look at the key differences between the two: Decoding Radar: X-Band vs. S-Band X-Band Radar High Frequency, Short Wavelength: Perfect for high-resolution, close-range…

ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) is one of the most important technological advancements in modern navigation, it has greatly helped to improve the precision of drawing the navigation course and tracking the ship while sailing. Its presence has become mandatory on most commercial vessels in accordance with SOLAS requirements. In Maritime Navigation, the role of officers in…

Engaging Introductions: Capturing Your Audience’s Interest The initial impression your blog post makes is crucial, and that’s where your introduction comes into play. Hook your readers with a captivating opening that sparks curiosity or emotion. Address their pain points or questions to establish a connection. Outline the purpose of your post and give a sneak peek into what they can expect. A…

Engaging Introductions: Capturing Your Audience’s Interest The initial impression your blog post makes is crucial, and that’s where your introduction comes into play. Hook your readers with a captivating opening that sparks curiosity or emotion. Address their pain points or questions to establish a connection. Outline the purpose of your post and give a sneak peek into what they can expect. A…

The new directive by India DGS, issued on July 18, comes after investigations found growing cases of fraudulent Certificates of Competency (CoCs) and Certificates of Proficiency (CoPs) being issued by unauthorized agents and unapproved maritime institutes. Based on that, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) of India has launched a major crackdown on all fake training certificates used by…

The post is to update all our team and subscribers about recent Brazil’s mandatory biofouling management requirements for all vessels arriving in Brazilian waters, as outlined in the latest maritime authority standards published on 10 July 2025. New biofouling regulations (under Chapter 4 of NORMAM-401/DPC) in Brazil is applicable to vessels above 24 meters in length that enter Brazilian waters…

As a seafarer, the flag state you sail under affects: Contract terms, Jurisdiction in disputes, Safety regulations, PSC inspection frequency, Insurance and repatriation rules, etc. Therefore, Behind every ship, there’s a flag state she most register under, mostly for legal, financial, and safety reasons. Here are the top 5 flag states in shipping industry and why they matter to you as a…

The Yemen’s Houthi arm rebels have released a video showing an attack and sinking of the cargo ship MV. Magic Seas in the Red Sea 8th July. The carefully planned attack involving unmanned boats, missiles, and drones. As reported earlier, the vessel Magic seas was struck and boarded on 6th July 2025. MV. Magic Seas, a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, was located around 51 nautical miles southwest…

On Sunday July 06, a cargo vessel was targeted by multiple skiffs in position 14-28.24N 042-08.57E approximately 51 nautical miles southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. The skiffs approached the vessels and engaged with small arms fire and self-propelled grenades. The onboard Security Team engaged the skiffs. Vessel slowed their speed, and all crewmembers mustered in the Citadel and maintained local…

If you work offshore or at merchant fleet. You face risk every single day. But when something goes wrong – will your insurance actually cover you? Before you buy any policy, read this first: 5 Key Questions Every Seafarer Should Ask: 1. Does it cover offshore injuries? Many local or travel insurances don’t cover marine work. If it says “excludes hazardous professions” – you’re not…

Why are so many seafarers leaving the sea life behind? what it means for the next generation? Here are the Top 7 reasons seafarers quit sea job. Mental Burnout & demanding lifestyle – long contracts, which mostly between 2-9 months at sea, sign off delays, repetition. Mental fatigue builds up and breaks even the strongest. Isolation onboard with no real shore leave makes it worse. A lot of…

Marine Cadet is a young officer and a future leader participating in a training program onboard vessel or ashore, while focused on maritime skills, leadership, and management of properties. During cadetship onboard, without proper orientation, it’s very easy to become a victim of life accident. Therefore, this article is to share more marine insight on 11 tasks which every deck cadet needs to…

Every year, 1000’s of merchant navy cadets passed out from maritime academy of each county, Next, is boarding a ship. Mostly likely ask the question, what are things to learn on my first week onboard? and how working onboard feels like while at sea. As we always share marine insights, to the young professionals, on this article, we will share with you 5 main things as on-signer or cadets who…