Requirements for ECDIS and ECDIS Back-up
The ECDIS (electronic navigation chart) needs to meet a minimum level of reliability as per …
HOW MAKE A GOOD VOYAGE PLANNING FOR SHIPS
The ship voyage planning is an essential phase in the operation of a ship. The …
ECDIS Operator -Equipment and Configuration
ECDIS operator must be be familiar with the use of the ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display …
Gas carrier definitions and types
The fleet of ships for the transportation of gas today comprises more than 950 units …
FORM COEFFICIENTS OF A SHIP WITH ILLUSTRATIONS
What are the form coefficients? Form coefficients are ratios that numerically compare the ship’s underwater …
What is the Doppler speed log ?
The Doppler speed log is an instrument used to meausure the speed of the vessel …