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When Should You Call the Master? Here is a List of Scenarios

by | Last updated Sep 6, 2024 | Jobs and Tips, Navigation | 0 Comments

Calling the Master is one of the most critical responsibilities for any Officer On Watch (OOW).  You always have the authority to alert the captain if something unusual happens or if you're uncertain about any situation.  This won't make you look incompetent. In...

How Seamen & OFWs Can Avail of OWWA’s Php20,000 Cash Grant

by | Last updated Sep 3, 2024 | How-to Guide | 0 Comments

If you plan to retire from working abroad due to distress, emergency, or having been displaced, you can apply for financial assistance from OWWA. OWWA’s Php20,000 Balik Pinas Balik Hanapbuhay program is a grant that doesn’t need to be repaid. It is a monetary aid for...

How To Overtake in a Narrow Channel and Avoid Collision

by | Last updated Jun 3, 2024 | Navigation | 0 Comments

Ships overtaking in a narrow channel is one of the most challenging parts of navigating inside waterways. The confined waterway, hydrodynamic forces, and the vessels' proximity increase the risk of collision if proper precautions are not taken.  While we have various...

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10 Facts About Dali, The Container Ship That Hit Baltimore Bridge

10 Facts About Dali, The Container Ship That Hit Baltimore Bridge

Last updated Mar 28, 2024

Dali is a 300-meter container vessel that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. After the ship hit one of the concrete center pylons, the whole bridge collapsed, resulting in fatalities from construction workers...

Understanding the LRIT System Architecture & the Flow of Data

The LRIT system architecture might seem like technical jargon for seafarers, but its basic knowledge offers valuable benefits. While fully automatic on board, the LRIT, or Long-range Identification and Tracking system, has a massive infrastructure behind it. Here, we...

First Time Onboard? A Comprehensive Guide to Joining Your Ship

I recently received a comment from a reader about the embarkation process and how seafarers join their ships. His concern was valid, and I can relate to it, especially on my first contract as a cadet in the deck department. Do you know that uncertain feeling when...

38 Differences Between an LRIT and an AIS

LRIT and AIS have many differences, especially in their functions and the purpose of their installation. While both equipment are used for tracking vessels, they have stark contrasting features that set them apart. The way they handle data and the recipients of those...

What is an LRIT or Long-Range Identification and Tracking?

Unlike conventional navigational tools onboard, LRIT operates with a unique functionality.  Ships equipped with Long-Range Identification and Tracking system can transmit their identification and location data via satellite. However, they cannot receive the same...