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Whats In A Name - Ship Names & Conventions

It would be quite unpleasing if you are Mr xyz but somebody addressed you as Miss/Mrs xyz or vice versa. So basically the prefixes are as important as the name and the same holds true for ship names as well. Just learn how.

Published by Ricky (22000 pts) on Aug 31, 2009 to
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What Is Ship Collision?

Sea routes are getting busier day by day as the number of sailing ships is continuously increasing. Technology advancement has helped large ships to sail at amazing speeds. But with an increase in traffic and speed, the risk of accidents has also increased drastically.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on May 25, 2009 to
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Causes of Piracy: Facts about Somali Piracy

Piracy surrounding Somalia has reached unprecedented levels. The international community has recognized the threat of piracy and using all available legal means is determined to stamp out the threat of piracy. See how this is actually taking place.

Published by domanconsulting (1548 pts) on May 8, 2009 to
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Government of the Oceans - International Maritime Organization

A ship is like an independent business hub which moves from one country to another. A ship of a particular country is abide by the rules of that country. But, what when the ship goes to some other country? Does the rules remain the same? Probably not, and that is when IMO comes into play.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on May 3, 2009 to
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Classification Societies & their Role in Shipping

A ship that is not in a technically satisfactory state can easily be susceptible to accidents. So who makes sure that a ship is worthy of sailing? Who decides if the ship should be allowed to sail or not? Let's find it out in the article inside.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on Apr 29, 2009 to
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Lloyd's Shipping Register - Marine Classification Societies

A Classification society that was built out of a coffee house! Amazed? Then read about the Lloyd's Registry of shipping, a premium classification society which has become a benchmark for quality assurance and certification services.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on Apr 28, 2009 to
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Marine Safety Management - What is ISM Code?

There are so many regulations that govern the shipping industry that sometimes it becomes tough for a ship to organize and follow all of them. With a need to improve the organizational structure of the regulations body ISM code was established.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on Apr 25, 2009 to
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Emergency Situations - Man Falling Overboard from a Ship

Sailing across the high seas is certainly an exhilarating experience, but it may be marred by chaos and confusion if a person were to fall in the sea. This is known as the man overboard situation and there are special procedures in place for dealing with such emergencies.

Published by Ricky (22000 pts) on Apr 23, 2009 to
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What Is STCW training?

Who and What decides whether a seagoing personnel is competent enough or not? And if not, what should be done to make him seaworthy? Read in the article inside as to who set the rules that decide a merchant navy officer's calibers and eligibility to work on a ship.

Published by Raunekk (16317 pts) on Apr 22, 2009 to
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Anti-Piracy Measures: Japanese Perspective

The end of World War Two saw a number of legal and military constraints placed upon Japan. But with the effects upon Japanese Commerce with the raised instances of piracy Japan has taken an innovative approach to protect their commercial interests through the Constitution and UN resolutions.

Published by domanconsulting (1548 pts) on Apr 20, 2009 to
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