Tag: Do you know

While shipping’s ability to offer economic and long-distance transport of goods puts it at the forefront of world economy, it is impressive how little most people think about how they have got everything they own.

Sailing a ship under a flag of convenience is a popular business practice. But what does this practice exactly refer to?

Amid diminishing ice and growing international interest in the Arctic, the Northern Sea Route has emerged as a new strategic opportunity for maritime transport.

The observative ones may have wondered, what do these propellers near the vessel’s bulbous bow do?

Adopted in 2019, the Poseidon Principles were excitingly accepted as they set the first global framework for adding climate considerations into lending decisions.

The importance of marine insurance lies to the security provided to shipowners for potential claiming damages. But how do P&I Clubs serve shipping?

Have you ever wondered what is the difference between gross and deadweight tonnage?  

SOLAS is considered one of the three pillars of international instruments regulating the maritime industry, along with MARPOL and STCW.

Shipping is a globalized, particularly multicultural industry with the English language being typically the main communication tool.

A minimum under keel clearance is one of the major factors required to provide safe passage for a vessel as it helps mariners avoid ship grounding.