Saqib Ahmed
Marine Chief Engineer
Saqib Ahmed is an experienced Marine Engineer and Technical Superintendent with over 12 years of seagoing experience, progressing from Engine Cadet to Chief Engineer. He holds a Class 1 Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency and NEBOSH IGC certification, with strong expertise in vessel technical management, machinery maintenance, dry-docking, troubleshooting, safety, and maritime regulatory compliance.
Articles by Saqib Ahmed(71)
What is the 8 Biggest Ship Propeller in the World?
Some of the largest marine propellers, from Emma Maersk to the Maersk Triple-E class, with diameters and weights, plus Prelude FLNG, which uses thrusters instead.
What is an Inert Gas or I.G. System on Ships?
Oil tankers transport oil of various grades and qualities and, therefore, tend to generate flammable vapors and gasses when loaded for transport.
How Many Types Of Mountings Are There In A Boiler?
Boilers are one of the oldest mechanical systems in a ship's engine room. In the early days, ships' propulsion systems were powered by steam produced in boilers.
How Do Ship's Engines Work?
Ship engines are responsible for propelling ships from one port to another.
The Essential Guide to Bow Thruster Construction and Functionality
A bow thruster is built as a controllable-pitch propeller inside a transverse tunnel through the hull, driven by an electric motor, and that construction…
Bunkering: How Ships Refuel Safely, Step by Step
Bunkering is how a ship takes on fuel. The full procedure in three stages: preparation, transfer and completion, plus the failures that cause spills and fires.
How Freshwater Generator Transforms Seawater into Freshwater for Consumption?
Water production equipment is one of the important machines that are indispensable to ships.
How Do You Calculate Specific Fuel Oil Consumption On A Ship?
Calculating fuel consumption on board and keeping records is one of the most important duties. The chief engineer is responsible for this.
What are the Causes Of Equipment and Machinery Breakdown Onboard the Ship?
Equipment and machinery breakdowns on ships are caused less by sudden failure than by neglected warning signs: unusual noise, odour, high vibration,…
What is General Maintenance Work on a Ship?
Maintenance means ensuring that machines and equipment continue to operate. Whether it is a small machine or a large structure, efficient maintenance contributes to a longer service life and better results.
Inside the World of a Chief Engineer under SOLAS
The ship's chief engineer is responsible for the ship's technical department. His job is to make sure the machinery in the engine room is working properly and also ensure a smooth journey.
The World's First Absolute Zero-Emission Container Ship is Set to Be Ordered By The Startup
Veer’s 150‑TEU vessel combines hydrogen and wind propulsion to achieve zero emissions. Learn the design, finance, and operational impact for the shipping indust