Shipping ports have been used since the very ancient times . Many of these ancient ports are still very much in use around the world. In this article we present you some of the world’s top 15 oldest and most beautiful shipping ports and finest destinations.
Ship arrest is a civil law admiralty procedure which is practically entered upon an activity or enterprise by imposing a ‘Warrant of Arrest’ on the ship. This article provides the reader with an insight into ship arrest, its reasons, uses and consequences and everything one may ever want to know about the topic concerned.
A Gyro compass is a form of gyroscope, used widely on ships employing an electrically powered, fast-spinning gyroscope wheel and frictional forces among other factors utilizing the basic physical laws, influences of gravity and the Earth’s rotation to find the true north.
It is very important for every mariner to be familiar with all the aspects of maritime law. It’s not necessary that a maritime lawyer should only be aware of regulations that govern the sea. We bring to you top 5 books on maritime law to help you upgarde youself on admiralty law. Read more inside the article.
Ship dismantling or ship recycling is the process of breaking down a ship when it completes its operational life. The process of ship dismantling generally takes place in ship breaking yards in Asia. Learn how ship dismantling is done inside the article.
International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted the harmonised survey system for ships, in order to alleviate the problems caused by survey dates and intervals between surveys which do not coincide, covering international shipping regulations including the codes and conventions.
Undersea Cables are laid on the ocean floor by using cable ships. Cable Laying ships carry out this dexterous job in an extremely unique way, using technically advanced tools. In this article we will see how undersea cables are laid by cable ships.
Baltic exchange is a reliable independent source of maritime market information for the merchandising and settlement of physical and derivative contracts of the shipping world.. Find out the role of the Baltic Exchange in the Maritime World.
Marine salvage is the process of rescuing a ship after it has gone through an accident or unfortunate situation. Marine salvages are classified on the basis of the work involved in the salvage process. Find out more about different types of marine salvage inside the article
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