Line throwing apparatus refers to a class of life-saving appliances (LSA) that are found on every vessel. It is used to throw weighted ropes known
The propulsion system of a ship is one of the most important systems of any seagoing vessel. The engine room is said to be the
Ships are massive vessels spanning hundreds of meters in length and weighing thousands of tons. Being able to control and manoeuvre such a large vessel
Anchors play a critical role in the maneuvering of ships and aid them in safely docking at ports and on the high seas. To keep
Do you have any idea on why ships sink? These massive superstructures weigh thousands of tons, can span hundreds of meters in length, and those
What is an Anchor? An anchor refers to a nautical or marine equipment intended to restrict vehicle or structural movement in the water. Anchors achieve
Vessel draft or vessel draught Vessel draft (draft in the American spelling, draught in the British) is one of the principal dimensions of any waterborne
Sea trials of a newly built ship are important to ensure the overall safety of the ship, the crew and the cargo. Now suppose that
Imagine yourself to be one of the first passengers of the Royal Caribbean International – ‘Quantum of the Seas’. As soon as you enter the
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