NEWS
11/07
2021
A cargo manifest is a consolidated list of all the cargo that is on board a cargo vessel. The list of all cargo carried on the vessel will appear under the vessel name and identification marks of the vessel.
11/07
2021
The global shipping industry transports goods all over the world, connecting commerce and businesses across continents. In today’s fast-paced world, the speed and capacity of ships have increased.
09/07
2021
Equipment used in the shipping industry has to be precise and accurate at all times. They must be able to function within a prescribed range, carry out expected tasks, and require minimal maintenance.
09/07
2021
Transportation of dangerous goods through any route of transport requires a lot of precautionary and safety measures. Massive quantities of dangerous goods are transported each day through maritime transport modes. In order to enforce a proper method of transporting such hazardous materials (HazMat) there is a proper categorisation for them, which ensure utmost safety and precaution.
09/07
2021
A ship has to carry different types of cargo which includes oil cargo, chemical cargo, and cargo in gaseous form. These types of goods are hazardous for marine environment as well as for the health of seafarer. Apart from carrying cargo, the ship carries different types of chemicals and solutions which are used for several marine operations. A Material Safety Data Sheet is provided for such cargo and also for chemicals carried onboard which are used for maintenance purpose.
09/07
2021
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code specifies and lays down various norms and regulations for ships carrying different types of dangerous goods. The code has been implemented to prevent accidents of fire/explosion and ensure utmost safety of the ship and its crew while handling dangerous cargo on board.
09/07
2021
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods or IMDG Code was adopted in 1965 as per the SOLAS (Safety for Life at Sea) Convention of 1960 under the IMO. The IMDG Code was formed to prevent all types of pollutions at sea.
09/07
2021
The estimated value of the world’s sea-borne trade for container shipping industry is about 52%, which is highest among all other types of trading means. Container or liner trade is one of the fastest and easiest modes of transporting cargo. With increase in size and technology in the shipping industry, the container ship is now able to carry more than 15000 containers, with around 8 or more containers stacks lashed together to form of long series.