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What Is A Ship Superstructure?
A superstructure is any extension of a building or platform that rises significantly above the rest of the structure.
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 8 · 4 min read
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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.
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 6 · 7 min read
Understanding Heavy Lifting and Ship Stability
If you've never been on board a ship or seen one in person, take a look at images of ships used for heavy lifting (from ships to offshore installations).
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 6 · 6 min read
Top Dry Docks in the World
Dry docks are essential facilities for shipbuilding and repair. Naval vessels are transported to shipyards, where their underwater components (such as the…
Saqib Ahmed · Aug 4 · 9 min read
World’s Biggest JackUp Vessel
The world's biggest jackup vessel is the Voltaire, delivered to the Jan de Nul Group in 2022 and named after the Enlightenment philosopher.
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 4 · 4 min read
What is Alternative Marine Power (AMP) or Cold Ironing?
Alternative Marine Power (AMP) is a pollution control measure that helps reduce air pollution generated by diesel generators by using shore power as an alternative energy source.
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 3 · 9 min read
How Are Navigation Lights Maintained On A Ship?
Despite recent advances in marine navigation technology, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS), Electronic Display and Information System (ECDIS), and numerous other satellite signal systems, navigation lights…
Marine Insight 360 · Aug 3 · 4 min read
How Are Electronic Circuits Installed On Ships?
With the rise of modern technology and the advancement of automated ship machinery and operations, electronic circuits, such as printed circuit boards (PCBs), signal converters, and transmission systems, have become…
Marine Insight 360 · Jul 30 · 5 min read
General Procedures for Preparing a Ship for a Port Arrival
Entering and leaving a port are two crucial parts of a ship's voyage. Due to their complexity, both procedures are crucial.
Marine Insight 360 · Jul 30 · 3 min read
Marine Fire Safety: What the FSS Code Requires on Every Ship
How marine fire safety works under the FSS Code: fire mains and pumps, fixed gas and sprinkler systems, detection, escape gear and the drills that bind it all.
Marine Insight 360 · Jul 29 · 4 min read
What are Anabatic and Katabatic Wind?
In addition to atmospheric conditions, a region's geography and topography also significantly influence local weather conditions.
Marine Insight 360 · Jul 29 · 4 min read
Maritime Incidents That Changed International Laws Forever
Five maritime incidents changed international law: the Titanic sinking, the Torrey Canyon and Amoco Cadiz spills, the Herald of Free Enterprise capsizing and Erika's breakup are the casualties behind SOLAS, MARPOL…
Marine Insight 360 · Jul 28 · 7 min read