Muhammad Farooq
Senior Maritime Writer
Muhammad Farooq is a senior maritime writer at Marine Insight 360 with over a decade of experience covering the global shipping industry. His work spans marine engineering, seafarer careers, port operations, maritime law, and environmental regulation. He is particularly recognised for his accessible explanations of complex technical subjects — from the intricacies of ship propulsion systems to the evolving landscape of MARPOL compliance and IMO decarbonisation targets.
Before joining Marine Insight 360, Muhammad worked as a technical writer and editor for several maritime training organisations, where he developed a passion for making the sea industry understandable to cadets, officers, and shipping professionals alike. He holds a background in marine engineering technology and continues to draw on direct industry contacts to keep his reporting accurate and timely.
Articles by Muhammad Farooq(737)

Water Sprinkler and Water Mist Fire Extinguishing Systems
A ship's firefighting system is undoubtedly a vital component. Deadly fires frequently strike merchant ships at sea, far from land and unable to receive…

What is the Impact Clearance in an Air Compressor?
The impact clearance refers to the distance between the top of the piston and the cylinder head of an air compressor. This clearance is a critical aspect…

Compressed Air Line on Ships – A General Overview
Compressed air on ships has a wide range of uses. High-pressure air (30 bar) is primarily used for main engine operation. This high-pressure air is…

Life-Saving Equipment (LSA): A Must-Have for Safety Officers
Maritime life-saving equipment (LSA) is the last barrier between crew survival and catastrophic loss during a maritime emergency. These advanced systems…

World's Largest Wooden Ship USS Wyoming
For nearly all human civilizations, large structures, such as buildings and ships, have been primarily constructed from wood. This makes sense,…

Storms are the Period of Greatest Container Loss
The vastness of the ocean has always posed challenges for seafarers. In modern shipping, a single severe storm can devastate a cargo ship, not to mention…

What Is Container Loading And Unloading?
In the emerging field of logistics, terminology can be confusing. "Loading" and " unloading " are just two examples of the many logistics terms used.

Why Is Dry Ice Used in Packaging?
The solid form of carbon dioxide is called dry ice. Dry ice is a colorless, odorless gas, while dry ice is its solid form; both have the same chemical…

Ship-Shore Interface Management in Maritime
The global economy relies heavily on maritime trade, which accounts for the majority of imports and exports. However, maritime transport cannot be…

How Do Ships Survive Storms?
Ships face a variety of challenges arising from varying ocean conditions. These challenges include weather changes, impacts from seawater, navigational…

Internet Options at Sea: How to Access the Internet on Board?
Ideally, a vacation on a cruise ship or ship is a time to escape the hustle and bustle of life and unplug from technology. You want to ditch your phone,…

Ship NAVTEX: Works, Types, & Benefits
Ensuring the safety of the vessel and its crew is paramount for every mariner. Even the most cautious mariners can be subject to accidents.
