Maritime Technology The sextant has guided mariners across open ocean for centuries — and it remains an essential skill and a required instrument on vessels where GPS alone cannot be trusted as the sole means of navigation. This guide covers the principles, components, error types, usage techniques, and maintenance practices every mariner needs to use […]
Archives for March 2025
Charting the Seas: World’s Biggest Flag States
Maritime Operations The flag a vessel flies determines the regulatory regime it operates under, the taxes its owner pays, the labour standards that govern its crew, and the environmental controls it must meet. Understanding which nations lead global ship registration — and why — matters for everyone working in maritime trade, safety, and policy. 16.39% […]
Nuclear Power: A Game-Changer?
Maritime Technology Shipping accounts for roughly 3% of global CO₂ emissions, and the pressure to decarbonise is intensifying. Hydrogen, ammonia, and wind-assist technologies are attracting investment — but nuclear power, with its near-zero emissions and exceptional energy density, is re-entering the commercial maritime conversation in ways not seen since the Cold War era. 3% Shipping’s […]
Onshore Power Supply: For a Greener Future
Maritime Technology When a vessel at berth shuts down its auxiliary engines and connects to the port’s electrical grid, it eliminates a significant source of local air and noise pollution at a stroke. Onshore Power Supply — cold ironing — has moved from a voluntary green initiative to a regulatory requirement, and the commercial and […]
