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Everything You Need to Know About Naval Architect Jobs

Thinking about a shore-based career in the maritime industry? Interested in engineering and shipping? Naval Architect may be the job for you.

A cruise ship at sea with a rope and compass in the foreground

Everything You Need to Know About Nautical Miles & Knots

Need to convert nautical miles to land miles? Want to know what the difference is? Want to understand how knots work? Our blog has the answers.

A drone view of a container ship at sea

What Do Container Ships Carry: Everything You Need to Know

From the shoes you're wearing to the food you ate for lunch to the device you're reading this on, chances are they were all shipped by container.

A container ship in the Port of Hamburg, Germany at sundwon

How Are Container Ships Loaded and Unloaded: A Guide

Have you ever wondered what happens when a container ship reaches a port and is loaded or unloaded? Our blog post has the answers and more!

The bridge of a commercial vessel showing the displays and controls

The Bridge on a Cargo Ship: The Navigational Command Center

Ever wondered what the bridge on a commercial ship is, who works on it, and what equipment it houses? Read on - our blog has all the answers.

A well equipped and tidy sick bay on a commercial vessel

The Sick Bay on a Cargo Ship: Medical Care at Sea

The sick bay is a vital part of a ship, where first aid, routine treatment and emergency care are provided until medical support can be reached. 

An aerial view of a cargo ship in port showing its cargo holds

Cargo Holds on a Ship: How Vessels Store & Protect Their Goods

Want to take a deep dive into what the holds are on a cargo ship and how goods are secured and loaded & unloaded? Read this post for the answers!

A green forecastle on a ship

What is the Forecastle on a Cargo Ship & Why is it Important?

Ever wondered what the forecastle on a commercial ship is for and why it's called that? Our blog has these answers and more. Read on to find out!

A marine engineer standing on a staircase in a ship's engine room

The Engine Room on a Cargo Ship: Powering Vessels at Sea

What does the engine room on a commercial vessel actually contain and who works in there? Read on for all you need to know about engine rooms.