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)
Everything You Should Know About Muscat Port
Muscat is the capital of Oman and has a population of about 3.1 million. It is a progressive, optimistic city that is well-loved by its citizens. It is…
Knock Nevis – World’s Largest Supertanker
Few names inspire as much awe and fascination as Knock Nevis in sailing history. Known many times throughout its history – Seawise Giant, Happy Giant,…
What Are Fishing Vessels? Types & Purpose
We all know that trawlers are boats used to catch fish, whether in the sea, lakes, or rivers. Fishing vessels come in all sizes and levels of complexity,…
Dredgers Ships: Types & Their Uses in Offshore Operations
Dredgers are an important part of the global shipping fleet, and different types of dredgers dig and scrape the seabed for various reasons. Without them,…
What Are Loadline Marks & Draft Markings?
Loadline Marks were among the first safety features introduced in the shipping industry. When they were introduced, ships suffered heavy losses due to…
Best Submarine Movies of All Time
Submarines are essentially the movie set of thrillers: dim red lights on the bridge, reflective surfaces dripping with water. Above all, submarines are…
What is a Bulk Carrier Ship?
Bulk carriers are ships that carry bulk or bulk raw cargo, such as grain, ore, coal, cement, etc., in their cargo holds. These commodities are used to…
Top 5 Ports in Canada - Most Famous & Largest Ones
Canada is one of the leading destinations for both air and seaborne trade. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific, this North American country has…
Terrible Amoco Cadiz Oil Spill - Largest Loss of Marine Life-ever
The Amoco Cadiz oil spill is considered one of the worst marine disasters in human history. The tanker ran aground, spilling more than 220,000 tons of…
Essential Bridge Equipments On Merchant Ship
The control and navigation of the ship is carried out on the bridge. Therefore, various equipment is located on the bridge of a merchant ship for the…
What Is The Length Of Suez Canal In Miles? Briefly Explained
The Suez Canal is the world's longest canal without locks, connecting the Mediterranean and the Red Sea via the Isthmus of Suez. Various European factions…
What Does SS Mean On A Ship?
Today, we're here to answer what SS means on a ship. We will provide the answer, explain the historical meaning of the abbreviation, and look at the…