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What are the Types of Ship’s Emergency Alarm Signals?
Would you rather have a healthy, restful sleep and wake up in a pool of water, or be disturbed by...
MARINA to Speed Up Processing of COP/ COC Using New Policy
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) posted new policies for the filing of applications and...
SIRE 2.0 Will Upgrade Your Vetting Experience. Are You Ready?
A new inspection regime, called SIRE 2.0, will be served to all tanker vessels in the 4th quarter...
Huge Backlog on Seaman’s Book Application Hits Seafarers
Thousands of seafarers may have to wait as early as December before they can get an appointment on...
How to Prevent Accidents Involving Ship’s Combination Ladders
A ship's combination ladder is a setup where a pilot ladder is used together with an accommodation...
What is an Embarkation Ladder and How is it Used?
I must admit. Embarkation ladders were one of the most confusing nautical terms I encountered in...
10 Simple Steps on How to Rig an Accommodation Ladder Safely
Seafarers rig an accommodation ladder upon arrival in port to provide access between the ship and...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything That Starts with the Letters “X, Y, Z”
X X - Code flag; Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals. The traditional...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything That Starts with the Letter “W”
W - Code flag; I require medical assistance. Morse code; ● ▬ ▬. Waft - To convoy or escort, a...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything that Starts with the Letter “V”
V - Code flag; I require assistance. Morse Code; ● ● ● ▬ V Bottom - A hull with the bottom section...
What is an Accommodation Ladder? Regulations, Parts, Maintenance
One of the safest means of accessing a ship is through the use of an accommodation ladder. It is...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything that Starts with the Letter “U”
U - Code flag; You are standing into danger. Morse signal; ● ● ▬. U-boat - First and Second World...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything That Starts With the Letter “T”
T - Code flag; I am engaged in pair trawling. Sound signal; A power driven vessel making way in...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything That Starts With The Letter “S”
S - Code flag; I am operating astern propulsion. Sound signal; I am operating astern...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything That Starts With the Letter “R”
R - Code flag; No single letter meaning. Sound signal; Additional warning at any time when...
Maritime Dictionary – Everything that Starts With the Letter “Q”
Q - Code flag; My vessel is healthy and I request free practique. Morse Code; ▬ ▬ ● ▬. Q...
This is The Only Correct Way To Rig a Pilot Ladder! See How
You might be rigging pilot ladders for many years already without knowing that your methods may...