Vessel Maintenance – Your Guide
The maritime industry relies heavily on the efficient and safe operation of vessels, whether they are massive cargo or tanker ships, luxurious cruise liners, or agile fishing boats. To ensure these vessels perform optimally, vessel maintenance plays an essential role. This article explores the world of vessel maintenance, shedding light on what it is, why […]
Types of Ships – What are the differences?
The advances of technology in the last decades have helped scientists discover numerous planets outside the solar system. Out of the discoveries, many are speculated to harbor water in some form and quantity. However, up to this point, Earth is the only planet known to have stable bodies of liquid water, with oceanic water covering […]
Discover the Types of Ballast Water Treatment
The ballast water plays an essential role in maintaining the stability level of the vessels. However, it can also impose significant threats to marine ecosystems due to the potential transfer of invasive species and harmful pathogens. In order to protect our global waters and ensure a sustainable maritime environment, strict regulations (e.g., IMO and Ballast […]
Ballast Water Invasive Species
Most of us who are familiar with the marine industry have heard about how ballast water carries the threat of polluting the world’s oceans with invasive species of microorganisms. However, this statement does not hold equal weight for everyone who hears it. There are a number of the world’s vessels sailing without properly functioning Ballast […]
SOLAS Chapter IX – Management for the Safe Operation of Ships
What is SOLAS? SOLAS, also known as the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, is generally considered one of the most important international maritime treaties with regards to merchant ships. Its scope revolves around setting the minimum safety standards and measures in the construction, equipment and operation of these vessels. SOLAS is […]
Differences Between Fixed and Portable Gas Detectors
It is no secret in the maritime industry that gas detectors are some of the most essential safety equipment required onboard vessels or offshore oil rigs. In these environments which are virtually made up of confined spaces and hazardous materials, gas leaks are a serious matter to be on the constant lookout for. However, it […]
Fixed Gas Detection Needs for Different Vessel Types
According to regulations such as the SOLAS XI-1/7, all vessels (regardless of type) are required to carry at least one portable multi gas detector onboard for safety and compliance. However, there are many shipowners who also prefer to install fixed gas detection systems on their vessels for extra layers of protection. In some cases, for […]
Span Gases for Precise Calibration
There are many types of vessels operating in the maritime industry. Whether the discussion is about dry cargo ships such as bulk carriers and container vessels, liquid cargo ships also known as tankers, or specialized cargo vessels, one thing is universally valid and clear: safety at sea cannot be emphasized enough. This safety is intricately […]
The Importance of the Tianjin Port for Global Shipping
The Tianjin Port, formerly known as the port of Tanggu, is one of the most important trade hubs in the North Chinese area, being the main maritime gateway to the giant Beijing metropolitan region.
Mr. Marine Atlas Marine Services is featured in the Marine Trader magazine
Mr. Marine Atlas Marine Services, formerly Atlas Marine Services Pte Ltd, is featured in the Marine Trader magazine; the official journal of International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA) Issue 6 (2016). Mr. Marine AMS expands on the product line and highlights the importance of the risk of failure from microbial infection in diesel fuel from lifeboat […]
