What Is A Kayak?

What Is A Kayak?

Is Kayak a boat? Yes, a kayak is a type of small boat in which the paddler sits in the boat with his/her legs in a forward position. Characteristically, it is small and narrow and is typically propelled by using a double-bladed paddle. The word comes from a Greenlandic word, qajaq. These types of boats…

How To Appear For Merchant Navy Competency Examination Abroad (UK)?

How To Appear For Merchant Navy Competency Examination Abroad (UK)?

Every year, many candidates appear for Merchant Navy Competency Exams conducted by Mercantile Marine Departments in Indian exam systems found at various ports across the country and governed by the central government via the Directorate General of Shipping. These examinations adhere to the Standards For Training Certification and Watchkeeping 2010 (STCW). Still, many Indian seafarers…

Top 15 Largest Cruise Ships

Top 15 Largest Cruise Ships

Cruise ships are getting bigger and better! And that’s why we at Maritime Manual have to constantly update our list of the top 15 largest cruise ships every year. Increasing popularity among travelers and fast-changing technology has spurred the shipping industry to come up with more luxurious and larger cruise ships with every conceivable amenities…

What Is The Role Of Chief Engineer Under SOLAS?

What Is The Role Of Chief Engineer Under SOLAS?

A chief engineer of a ship is the head engineering department and is primarily responsible for the proper working of the engine room machinery and the operation of all mechanical equipment on the ship. A chief engineer is also referred to as “ChEng” or simply “Chief“. Though the chief engineer is responsible for the Engine…

Who Is A Cargo Engineer?

Who Is A Cargo Engineer?

Cargo Engineer is in-charge of operation & maintenance of all deck and cargo-related machinery while liaising with the Chief Officer during loading, discharging, conditioning of cargo, change operation. A cargo engineer is also responsible for the maintenance, operation of the cargo plant, and maintains an inventory of all parts of the cargo compressor. He has…

Who Is A Subsea Engineer?

Who Is A Subsea Engineer?

A Subsea Engineer is primarily responsible for the design and installation of equipment and structures below the surface of the sea to extract crude oil and natural gas from the wells. Subsea engineering is a crucial and challenging field of engineering which deals with the technical aspects of the offshore petroleum industry. A subsea engineer’s…