The safety level aboard any ship is fundamentally shaped by two main factors: design and effective management by the crew. Every ship is purpose-built to perform specific functions - whether it’s tran
SOLAS Chapter II-2 sets mandatory global standards for ship fire safety, focusing on prevention, detection, and extinction to protect life, cargo, and the environment, using principles like ship subdi
A ship at sea is a self-contained world, making fire one of its greatest threats. Unlike on land, firefighters and hydrants are not just a call away. The vessel itself is its own fire station. This is
Since lifesaving appliances became mandatory onboard vessels, significant changes have been observed in the design of lifeboats and their launching systems. These changes have largely been driven by t
The IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 10) developed amendments to Resolution A.1050(27) in 2024 to combat the continued loss of life resultant from the hazards of enclosed s
The Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board, together with its co-organisers the Hong Kong Shipowners Association and the Hong Kong Maritime Museum and its partners Hong Kong Trade Development C
Aerosol fixed fire extinguishing systems involve the release of an agent to extinguish a fire by interruption of the chemical process of fire. There are two methods considered for applying the aerosol
Choosing between an external mounted and an internal level gauge depends on your application. Internal gauges, like floats or probes, contact the liquid directly, which can lead to issues like coating
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