Piracy remains a real threat to merchant shipping in certain regions. The Citadel Anti-Piracy Method on Ships — a hardened safe room where crew can shelter if pirates board — is a simple but powerful last-resort defence that has saved lives and preserved vessels. This blog explains the citadel method in clear, practical terms: what […]
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Becoming a Master of a Foreign Going Ship (CoC Master F.G.) is the highest deck officer certification under DG Shipping for foreign going vessels. The process for Master (Foreign Going) MMD Exams is rigorous: it includes sea-service requirements, mandatory courses, written exams, and orals. This blog lays out all the correct up-to-date details so you
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A career in the Merchant Navy demands continuous learning and certification. For deck cadets and trainee officers, the 2nd Mate (Foreign Going) examination marks the first big step toward becoming a certified watchkeeping officer on international ships. The Mercantile Marine Department (MMD) under the Directorate General of Shipping, India, conducts these exams. This blog explains
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Every year on June 25, people around the world celebrate the Day of the Seafarer. This day is meant to thank seafarers for the important work they do. It was started by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2010 to recognize their role in global trade and daily life. Why is this day important? Seafarers
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British Captain Receives Merchant Navy Medal for Saving 89 Lives after a daring and heroic operation at sea. His leadership and courage helped rescue 89 people from certain disaster. The Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service is one of the highest maritime honors in the United Kingdom. This recognition highlights the captain’s bravery, seamanship, and
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The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has issued an important notification for seafarers. On 18th July 2022, AIU officially recognized that the B.Sc. (Nautical Science) degree is equivalent to navigating officers in possession of a 2nd Mate (FG) Certificate of Competency (CoC). This recognition not only gives professional certification academic value but also opens the
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The MARPOL Annexes I–VI: Objectives & Special Areas represent the core framework of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78). These six annexes address oil, chemicals, packaged harmful substances, sewage, garbage, and air pollution. Additionally, they designate special areas where stricter discharge standards apply to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems. Understanding
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The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78) serves as the cornerstone of international maritime environmental law. Among its six annexes, MARPOL Annex VI focuses on the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships. This annex entered into force on 19 May 2005 and has since undergone several significant amendments to address
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The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78) sets the global framework for preventing marine pollution. Among its six annexes, MARPOL Annex V focuses on the Prevention of Pollution by Garbage from Ships. It entered into force on 31 December 1988 and has since been strengthened through amendments to reduce marine
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The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78) sets global rules to minimize marine pollution from ships. It consists of six annexes, each focusing on different pollution sources. MARPOL Annex III addresses the Prevention of Pollution by Harmful Substances Carried at Sea in Packaged Form. The annex entered into force on
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