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Internet Access While Traveling

Want to be out of touch, but still be connected?...Navigating internet & Wi-Fi services while abroad can be confusing, but we're here to help.

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A Ship's Beating Heart - The Marine Diesel Engine

Marine diesel engines are the heart of any ship. They are responsible for powering the ship's propulsion system, electrical systems, and auxiliary equipment...

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Why Traveling by Ship is the Best

Traveling by ship might not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a vacation, but it can be a wonderful and unique experience...

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All About Mariner Tattoos

Mariner's tattoos, also known as nautical tattoos, have a rich history that dates back centuries...

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What does the future look like for the Shipping Industry?

The offshore shipping industry has been a crucial part of the global economy for decades. It serves as a backbone for the transportation of goods, energy resources, and raw materials across the seas...

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How did the Russian Ship Moskva Sink?

On the surface, may appear that the war between Ukraine and Russia is a territorial dispute....

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Who Can Marine Engineers Work For?

The below list of potential employers for a Marine Engineer turns out to be rather long. Marine Engineering involves having knowledge and experience with many different subfields of engineering...

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Traveling & Entertainment as a Mariner

How do crewmembers entertain themselves when they’re in such an isolated environment?...

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Ships at Anchor

If you live near a Port, then chances are that you’ve seen at least one or two large ships just sitting at anchor outside the port. Have you ever wondered what is happening on those ships when they are just sitting there? ...

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DIY-Engineering-Skills

Would you pass up on a career that teaches you hands-on skills that can be directly applied to your home life and save you tons of money?...

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In Port vs. Maneuvering vs. At Sea

Are ship’s always on the go all the time? Well yes, but realistically they still have to maneuver in and out of ports, rivers…etc...

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Ship Maintenance Periods

If someone were to ask, “Are ship’s ALWAYS on the go?”, the answer would be “Yes*”. Did you notice the asterisk? Well I put the asterisk there because ships ARE, indeed, always on the go, when they are available....

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How do Ship's Work?

Basically, you just get in the Captain’s Chair, turn the key to start the engine. Then use the gas and break pedals as needed...

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Pathways to Employment

Would you pass up a job that is challenging, pays you to travel the world, and gives you months off at a time? If you didn’t think such a job exists, you are wrong! Working in the maritime industry affords many people that exact lifestyle...

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Marine Engineer, A Day in the Life - Pt. 2

In Part 1 of this article, we discussed what life is generally like onboard mostly from the perspective of a 3rd Assistant Engineer (3 A/E) Watch-stander. We scratched the surface on what life is like on the Watch-rotation, what the daily schedule is, what standing a Watch entails...

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Marine Engineer, A Day in the Life - Pt. 1

Would you want to miss out on hearing what a normal day is like onboard a ship from a Marine Engineer’s perspective? This is your chance to get an idea of what that sea-faring life is like out there on the open ocean...

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How do Mariners get out to their Ships?

If you’re reading this, you may be a fresh new 3 A/E or 3rd Mate looking for some guidance on how to get out to your first ship. Whether you are in this category, or are someone who is curious about life at sea...

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What do Marine Engineers do?

What do Marine Engineer’s do? To get some perspective on this, let’s look at the day to day life of someone at home. When you wake up, typically you have running water, your toilet works, and you have electricity. At a minimum, these are three basic things that modern society needs to operate...

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The Structure of A Ship's Crew

The terms ‘Captain’ or ‘Ship’s Master’ are terms that most people have come across at some point in their life. However, you may be wondering who else works on the ship besides the Captain? Surely the Captain can't do all the work...

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What is the U.S. Merchant Marine?

The U.S. Merchant Marine is made up of all commercial mariners in the United States ranging from small vessels to the largest ships...

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