Jan 25, 2022 | Documents, Training Tips
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) thru the efforts of DoTr secretary Arthur Tugade provided a FREE SEAMAN’S BOOK application for first time seafarers. Aside from that, regular mariners are entitled for a 50% discount whenever they renew their seaman’s...
Last updated Jan 24, 2022 | Seaman Narrative, Ship parts, Ships
Merchant ships are the lifeblood of global economy. They move an immense number of goods that feed billions of people around the world. There are an estimated 74,000 vessels floating in many parts of the seas right now. We categorize them into different types of ships...
Jan 18, 2022 | Seaman Narrative, Ship parts
P/V Valves are part of a tanker ship’s primary venting device installed to avoid damage due to over or under pressurization of cargo tanks. This arrangement allows the tank to “breath” during pressure variations. P/V valves are built on many oil and product tankers of...
Jan 14, 2022 | Best Memories, Seaman Narrative, Seaman's Health, Ship parts
Inert gas system is one of the most critical component of a tanker vessel. Vessels using inert gas in their tanks are enjoying the benefits of safe operation against fire and explosion. No smoking on deck, no naked lights, intrinsically safe equipment only and always...
Last updated Jan 12, 2022 | Best Memories, Seaman Narrative, Ship parts
Tanker ships or commonly known as “tankers” in the maritime world, are special kinds of vessels designed to carry liquid cargoes in bulk. Anything of liquid form can be transported through these ships. Since there thousands of various liquid goods out...
Last updated Jan 9, 2022 | Best Memories
Seafarers and OFWs are modern day heroes. Our remittances help not only our family but country as well. Thus, our government initiates different programs like cash assistance, financial projects, accidents and disabilities and welfare to help them in many ways. Either...
Jan 1, 2022 | Best Memories
New Year holds a special place in our heart. The holiday season brings everyone much closer as relatives and friends gather near to celebrate the coming of a new era. Seafarers aren’t different. We are normal people too and we enjoy family gatherings. It’s the most...
