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The Captain, The Princess and The Life of a Seafarer
“I am a positive person, and I believe that being positive affects our outlook in life,” Captain Nitin Malkani shares. It was apparent from our call that he’s someone who is very composed, an indispensable trait especially when working in COVID times. Captain
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Flying High with a Career at Sea
Choosing the seafarers life is not so common choice for young people nowadays due to many factors including being away from home for long periods of time. Nevertheless, the charms of sailing and exploring the world continue to appeal to a small fraction of those
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Selecting the right rope - Why should you be looking at LDBF?
In the history of ship mooring, diameter has often been the only criterium in the selection of ropes. Today, it is still commonly used to compare mooring ropes, with common advice being that thicker ropes should be chosen for heavier vessels. The article examines
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Maximising productivity, efficiency, and safety in your shipboard repair operations
In the maritime industry, pivoting to more efficient and effective technology will enable ship operators to achieve the benefits of improved productivity and reducing the risk of disruption to ship operations. Read more here. Shipboard welding and cutting
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Responsible refrigeration on ships – Enabling you to comply with regulations and reduce carbon emissions
According to the 4th IMO GHG Study, the estimated annual loss of refrigerants from shipping in 2018 resulted in 18.2 million tonnes in CO2 emissions. Refrigerant leaks result in more energy needed to deliver the necessary level of cooling, and could contribute
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5 steps to safer plasma cutting
cutting is an increasingly popular metal working tool due its versatility in cutting all types of electrically conductive materials and low heat input, with minimal heat affected zone (HAZ) width. It is vital to have a clear understanding of the equipment and
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Cargo Hold Preparation and Cargo Loss Prevention
Bulk Carrier, the Work Horse of the Sea! Bulk carriers play an important role in the maritime industry. They move massive cargo from one point to another. To ensure a smooth process, it is critical to prepare the cargo hold each time these bulk carriers make
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What lies behind the usability and longevity of a rope?
Shipowners are increasingly looking to mooring ropes made from high modulus polyethylene (HMPE) which offer the best strength to weight ratio in the market. Let's examine the important factors to consider when it comes to selecting high performance HMPE ropes.
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Changing the game in mooring ropes safety
Safety has always been the cornerstone of our mooring ropes - especially in volatile weather conditions in the marine environment. In a recent real-life situation, the effectiveness of our ropes with the Snap Back Arrestor (SBA) feature has prevented injuries
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The Rise of Submersibles
In 46 years of managing floating assets, we have now expanded ship management to assets below the sea. Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM) now manages expedition ships with submersibles, a very rare opportunity for most ship managers. At present, there is only