Ship Simulators
A ship simulator is an advanced training device; an electronic or mechanical system used to expose vessel operators and crew members to typical shipboard conditions and systems. Simulation training is not a substitute for the experience of training on an actual vessel, but is used as a preliminary method to thoroughly familiarize students with equipment, procedures, and processes. Simulation also is useful for review and for demonstrating updates and modifications to existing craft.
Liberia Opens Maritime Training Institute
The Liberia Maritime Training Institute (LMTI) was officially opened by Liberia President…
Wallem Adds Three Ship Simulators in Ukraine
The Wallem Maritime Training Center in Odessa, Ukraine added three training simulators…
PC Maritime to Install ECDIS in 50-vessel China Shipping Deal
PC Maritime’s Navmaster ECDIS has been chosen by China Shipping Group to be fitted…
MSI to Train NOAA Officers
Maritime Simulation Institute to Provide Professional Maritime Training to NOAA Officers…
HR Wallingford Sign Navigation Simulator Agreement with FMSC
HR Wallingford has recently signed an alliance agreement with Fremantle Maritime…
Cal Maritime Will Host 2012 Koch Sea Scout Cup
The California Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime), a campus of The California State University…
Panama Canal Authority Opens Simulator Center
In commemoration of the Panama Canal’s 88th Anniversary on August 15th, Panama President…
Narco-submarines, the clandestine vessels used by drug traffickers, represent one of the most sophisticated and elusive methods of smuggling drugs across international waters. These semi-submersible and fully submersible crafts are a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of criminal organizations in circumventing law enforcement efforts. This article delves into the history, construction, operation, and interdiction of narco-submarines, highlighting their impact on global drug trafficking.
U.S. Rebuilding Shipbuilding Industry with Policy and InvestmentThe U.S. government is launching a new era for shipbuilding, with a focus on industrial base renewal, national security, and economic growth. Key developments include:The establishment…
The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it seeks to reduce its environmental impact and comply with increasingly stringent regulations on emissions. One of the most promising avenues for achieving these goals is the adoption of alternative fuels in marine propulsion systems. These fuels, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), biofuels, hydrogen, and ammonia, offer various benefits and challenges that are reshaping the future of marine propulsion. This article provides a technical overview of the key alternative fuels currently being explored and their implications for the maritime industry.
The vast, open oceans have long served as conduits for commerce, adventure, and exploration. However, along with the grandeur of maritime activities comes inherent risks, one of which is the specter of armed robbery at sea. Also known broadly as maritime piracy, this menacing threat envelops not just the economic marine highway but also the lives and safety of those who navigate it.
A winch is a mechanism used to reel in, to let out, or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope, wire, or cable. Boats and ships make use of multiple winches to handle halyards, sheets, as well as anchor or mooring lines. The basic mechanism consists…
