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)
Port And Starboard In The Modern Navy
While "left" and "right" can confuse, "port" and "starboard" are unambiguous for sailors. At sea, emergencies can occur at any time, so it is vital that…
The Drake Passage: World's Most Dangerous Ocean
The Drake Passage is the world's most rugged sea passage, stretching from the tip of South America to the farthest coast of Antarctica. It is a legend,…
MARPOL and Air Pollution: Reducing Emissions from Ships
Face the facts; almost everyone wants to sail in the middle of the ocean. There seems to be a curiosity or, let's say, the romantic idea about the large…
Complete Guide to Marine Engineering
Entering marine engineering means embarking on a challenging and rewarding journey. This path requires technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and…
10 Myths About The Lost City Of Atlantis
According to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, Atlantis existed 9,000 years before his time.
The Black Sea: Why is it so important?
Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea in March 2014 has refocused global attention on the strategic importance of this region, which lies on the fault…
Gulf of Aden: Most Dangerous Sea in the World
The Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Environmental Protection Authority is an intergovernmental body dedicated to protecting the region's coastal and marine…
Top 15 Types Of Ships You Should Know
The maritime industry is a vast and complex network that plays a critical role in global trade, transportation, defense, and exploration. Ships of various…
How Deep Can A Submarine Go? Find Out Now
The submarine is a marvellous invention that is useful for modern military forces. However, many people wonder how deep a submarine can go. This article…
What Is The Deepest Part of the Ocean?
The ocean, the world's largest body of water, is deep, dark, and shrouded in mystery, and many things remain unseen in its depths. One of the most…
Ismail Haniyeh: Biography, Purpose, Hamas Relation
Ismail Haniyeh (born 1962 in the Beach refugee camp in the Gaza Strip and died on July 31, 2024, in Tehran, Iran) was a Palestinian politician and Hamas…
Navy or Marines: What's different?
Navy or Marine? Still confused? Let me elaborate to the extent possible in this discussion. The Armed Forces are an important element of every society and…