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17 Types of commercial ships in the Merchant Navy
Here's a list of 17 Commercial ships in the Merchant Navy that are used to transport goods and passengers to different destinations. These ships, which range from freight liner ships to oil tankers, are all built to perform certain functions.

Alternative Fuels in Shipping: Ammonia, Hydrogen, and Methanol
Ammonia and hydrogen are zero-carbon bunker fuels that are most likely to be major contributors to shipping's decarbonized future, a new series of report released by the World Bank reveals.

Misdeclared container caused fire – Case study
In its recently issued Monthly Safety Scenario, the Swedish P&I Club focuses on a case where a containership suffered fire due to misdeclared cargo.

How to get sponsorship in Merchant Navy in India: A-Z Guide
Want to get sponsorship in Merchant Navy? Check syllabus, qualifications, tests, eligibility, list of companies, and much more.

Online sponsorship exams for Merchant Navy in 2022: List of companies
Here is a complete list of Shipping companies conducting sponsorship exams in the year 2022. Check out their links and apply!

21 Free Mobile Apps Seafarers Must Have: Smart Sailing Checklist
We have listed down 21 free mobile apps that seafarers can use to carry out multiple tasks on board and most of them can be operated without the need for an active internet connection.

Lithium-Ion Batteries causing fire on ships?: Höegh Xiamen Case Study
Failure to disconnect vehicle batteries caused fire on board and led to a loss of $40 million dollars: Said NTSB in a recent report published from its investigation into the June 2020 car carrier fire in Jacksonville, Florida.

Top 17 Things Junior Engineer Should Learn On Joining a Ship
It is crucial for a junior engineer to learn these 17 things as after 15 days or a month, he would be expected to carry out all duties on his own without making any mistakes. Have a look!

How is Internet Provided on Ships & Cruises?: 9 Things to Know while Sailing
Making the internet accessible on ships is not the same as on the shore, because, well, you are not on land. There are no towers or wires that can easily make marine internet a reality. Nonetheless, humans made it happen! Let’s see how.