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)
What Is The Center Of Floating?
Any floating vessel experiences static and dynamic motions about the longitudinal, transverse, and vertical axes (commonly referred to as the x, y, and z…
Do You Know About Hygroscopic, Hydrophilic, and Hydrophobic?
Ever wonder why some things on a boat get soggy while others stay dry as a bone? Or how ships glide through the ocean without getting covered in…
Introduction to Radar Surveillance and SOLAS Requirements
For decades, radar has played a vital role in maritime navigation, helping to prevent collisions and detect obstacles early.
Do You Know About Ship's Monkey Island?
"Monkey Island" refers to the highest deck on a ship, located directly above the wheelhouse. It is also called the upper deck or wheelhouse, located above…
Top 10 Trends in the Maritime Industry
How are emerging technologies shaping the future of the maritime industry? Explore our in-depth research on 1,163 emerging and established companies in…
What is a Ship Arrestor?
The "Ship Arrestor" project, selected from 1,200 EU-funded projects, aims to protect coastlines from the environmental damage caused by grounded oil…
Best Container Tracking Software
For any shipping company, having up-to-date information on the location of shipments is crucial to ensuring efficient operations and customer…
Top 5 Dominant Global Shipbuilding Industry
The international shipbuilding industry , a cornerstone of maritime trade and logistics, is highly competitive. Several major players are expected to…
The Most Expensive Ships in History
The history of maritime trade is replete with stories of ships carrying precious cargoes, particularly during the Age of Exploration and colonial…
What Are The Root Causes Of Piracy Off Somalia?
For years, Somalis have lived in harsh conditions, facing abject poverty and widespread chaos. Of course, a few fortunate individuals have fled their…
What Is A Ship Superstructure?
A superstructure is any extension of a building or platform that rises significantly above the rest of the structure. The term derives from the…
8 Ways Cruise Ships Contribute to Ocean Pollution
Every path presents problems. While shipping has no clear path at sea, pollution persists, posing a serious threat to our marine environment.