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Dehydrated Foods Taste Great: Using a Freeze Dried Fruit Machine to remove moisture from food items such as fruits, vegetables and meats, creates naturally concentrated, rich and d... moreDehydrated Foods Taste Great: Using a Freeze Dried Fruit Machine to remove moisture from food items such as fruits, vegetables and meats, creates naturally concentrated, rich and delicious tasting food.
Not only that, but when making food yourself, you know the quality and freshness of the produce you are using - unlike when eating dehydrated foods purchased from the grocery store.
Reduce food waste & extend shelf life
Never waste food again with a food dehydrator. Using your leftover fruits and vegetables in a food dehydrator will extend their shelf life for up to 2 years! Yes, that's right - 2 years!
Below are just a few ways you can reduce food waste by preserving food with a dehydrator and keeping your pantry stocked year round whilst saving yourself some money in the process;
Manage a bigger veggie or herb garden without the worry of food going to waste - simply use the dehydrator to dry your herbs or make veggie chips. Some veggies that work great in the dehydrator include kale, beetroot, turnips, carrots... less
Last post by gf machine - August 20, 2019
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Different Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
Being a deck officer of a ship involves myriad responsibilities that are spread across the different aspects of ... moreDifferent Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
Being a deck officer of a ship involves myriad responsibilities that are spread across the different aspects of the vessel’s operation. It is a challenging job wherein the responsible person has to ensure that the ship is navigating safely on the correct path and complying with all the navigational rules i.e. Rules of the Road (ROR). Not only is the safe navigation the prime responsibility but it’s documentation also holds equal importance to lend credibility as well as accountability to the task being executed.
It can be said that as far as the navigation of the ship is concerned, the safety of the ship’s staff is solely in the hands of navigating deck officer (also termed the Officer Of The Watch) and the assistance rendered in carrying out his duties by another crew member on the bridge. An agile watch by these people ensures that the ship is never in an emergency situation such as collision, grounding etc. that expose... less
Last post by Юрий Ильченко - February 2, 2018
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10 Things to Consider While Using Auto-Pilot System on Ships
By Nachiketh Bhattathiri | In: Marine Navigation | Last Updated on May 4, 2016
... more10 Things to Consider While Using Auto-Pilot System on Ships
By Nachiketh Bhattathiri | In: Marine Navigation | Last Updated on May 4, 2016
Back in the old days of merchant shipping, the ‘Quarter Master’ was a vital member of the Bridge team. ‘Quarter Master’ was the title given to the able bodied seamen whose primary responsibility was to steer the ship according to the Master’s and Officer’s helm orders. Quarter Masters kept watches and took turns on the helm all day when at sea. This practise continued until automation took over in the field of navigation. The significance of Quarter Master almost vanished off when the revolutionary equipment ‘Auto-Pilot’ was invented. It was during the early 1920’s when an automated steering and helm control system was introduced onboard merchant ships.
Auto-Pilot system is considered as one of the most advanced and technically sophisticated navigational equipment tools on ships. Auto-Pilot is synchro... less
Last post by news news - February 2, 2018
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The Danish Maritime Authority embarks on a future with unmanned ships
Masterless ships may become reality within a very short period of time. Now, the Danish Maritime Authority i... moreThe Danish Maritime Authority embarks on a future with unmanned ships
Masterless ships may become reality within a very short period of time. Now, the Danish Maritime Authority is launching a pre-study on autonomous ships together with the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).
The technology for unmanned ships is coming, but it is not yet known precisely where, when and to which extent. However, now a step is taken in the right direction as the Danish Maritime Authority – together with the DTU – is initiating a pre-study on autonomous ships. The purpose of the Danish Maritime Authority’s cooperation with the DTU is, firstly, to increase the common knowledge base and to set the preliminary frames so that the development and use of unmanned ships can come about in an appropriate manner.
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Minister for Business and Growth Troels Lund Poulsen: ”This is a really interesting area and, in the short term, the technology can be used to make our ships safer and mor... less
Last post by news news - February 2, 2018
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New Gyro Compass to be Launched in Germany
... moreNew Gyro Compass to be Launched in Germany
German navigation system manufacturer Raytheon Anschütz said it will launch a new gyro compass at this year’s SMM exhibition in Hamburg.
The new gyro, Standard 30 MF, is the latest of the renowned “Standard” series of Anschütz gyro compasses.
Raytheon Anschütz’ new generation gyro compass: Standard 30 MF (Image: Raytheon Anschütz)
Standard 30 MF is the second generation of maintenance-free gyro compasses from Raytheon Anschütz.
It provides highly accurate heading, rate-of-turn, roll and pitch information, the manufacturer said.
Further, as part of a heading management system, Standard 30 MF provides the same advanced functions Anschütz gyros are known for.
According to Raytheon Anschütz , the new gyro features a robust design and offers superior lifetime performance and effectiveness.
Among its features, Standard 30 MF settles at rough-seas and provides head... less
Last post by news news - November 16, 2017
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Effects of Rogue Waves On Ships
To understand the effects of rogue or freak waves on ships at sea, it is vital to first develop an understanding of rogue waves in itself, the occ... moreEffects of Rogue Waves On Ships
To understand the effects of rogue or freak waves on ships at sea, it is vital to first develop an understanding of rogue waves in itself, the occurrence of such a phenomenon and the reason behind such an occurrence.
The occurrence of sea waves is an uncertain phenomenon. That is, if you consider a certain area of the sea surface, the waves passing through that area would definitely be periodic in nature, but the parameter of each wave (amplitude, time period, frequency, wave height and wavelength) will vary at a rate that cannot be determined to any exact measure.
To understand that with an example, let us suppose that a wave of height 10 meters passes through a given area on the sea surface at this instance. Then one cannot be sure if the next wave passing through the same area on the sea surface will have the same height. This natural uncertainty in the nature of sea surface waves makes it important for us to study sea waves in a probabilistic and statistical approach,... less
Last post by Федор Емельянов - November 16, 2017
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How To Be An Effective Chief Officer On Board Ships?
Each rank onboard ship from Master to Steward has its own importance, defined functions, and responsibilities. The rank of Ch... moreHow To Be An Effective Chief Officer On Board Ships?
Each rank onboard ship from Master to Steward has its own importance, defined functions, and responsibilities. The rank of Chief Officer, First Mate or the First watch-keeping officer, acquires a pivotal role being responsible for Cargo operations , which is main commercial interest, along with which maintenance of deck and accommodation areas further enhances his interaction with different ship departments, operational and management staff onboard and ashore.
The chief officer has to be a good judge to utilise human resources available for jobs at his disposal by means of communication, team spirit and maintain high levels of safety while executing them. At the same time being too authoritative or domineering while doing so places him on the negative side thereby creating a tense work atmosphere onboard.
At such a stage, inter-personal skills have an undulating influence over his expertise and professional skills. To acquire... less
Last post by Василий Докучаев - November 16, 2017
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Important Points For Logbook Keeping On Ships – Part 2
There are times when the paperwork seems endless and a condition of mental boredom and of being non-complacent props ... moreImportant Points For Logbook Keeping On Ships – Part 2
There are times when the paperwork seems endless and a condition of mental boredom and of being non-complacent props out of most of us. But the fact of the matter is that shipboard record keeping is here to stay. So in continuation to the previous list of logbooks that are required to be maintained legally and legibly onboard, let’s take a look at a few more logs that require the ship officer’s attention.
Medical log
This log goes unattended to at times. Non-complacency and avoidance are the two known major factors for the medical documentation not being up to date. It’s well understood that the ship’s officers are no more than passive first aid providers. This should be all the more a reason to understand medicine to an extent where proper aid could be given at the right time. This being obvious, the aid provided must be documented in the statutory log provided onboard. Being at sea makes the seafarers helpless. Hence ... less
Last post by ozzy brentyue - November 16, 2017
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Important Points For Logbook Keeping On Ships – Part 1
“If a person intentionally destroys or mutilates or renders illegible any entry in any statutory log book on sh... moreImportant Points For Logbook Keeping On Ships – Part 1
“If a person intentionally destroys or mutilates or renders illegible any entry in any statutory log book on ship, he will be liable for a fine or be arrested for destruction of official records”. How often have we come across such disclaimers onboard while maintaining the ships’ official records? Be it the Official Log Book, Oil Record Book or the Engine / Deck Log Books, all have to be maintained in manners that best represent the ship and the owners / managers.
Normally, record keeping is a separate topic discussed in the company’s SMS systems. Some require the vessel to maintain old official records for as long as up to 5 years. Yes, that creates a lot of clutter so to speak, but that’s that. However, since record keeping is of utmost significance and that each event occurring onboard has to be best recorded for all the official and legal intentions, we shall discuss what one has to bear in mind while jotting ... less
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Understanding Bridge Resource Management And Its Key Elements On Board Ships
There is a very well known saying, to err is human. It means it is natural to make mistakes. We are a... moreUnderstanding Bridge Resource Management And Its Key Elements On Board Ships
There is a very well known saying, to err is human. It means it is natural to make mistakes. We are all humans, and we all make mistakes. Human error is ubiquitous and inevitable. With time these mistakes can lead to major catastrophes. However if caught in time, it can help us to learn a lesson.
Since the early years of shipping safety has been a constant concern. Maritime technology has dramatically changed the resources available to mariners. Sophisticated equipment and other automations provide new source of information and assistance. Marine officers must develop new skills to utilise these new technologies effectively.
Bridge resource management or BRM was adopted in the early 1990s by the maritime industry as a safety and error management tool and has now become an integral part of crew’s training. BRM makes use of all available resources including equipment and information and human resources to achieve safe oper... less
Last post by ozzy brentyue - August 5, 2016
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USCG: Electronic charts and publication policy to change
USCG is currently working on the amendments of NVIC 01-16 regarding the use of electronic charts and publication in... moreUSCG: Electronic charts and publication policy to change
USCG is currently working on the amendments of NVIC 01-16 regarding the use of electronic charts and publication in lieu of paper charts and publication which was initially published in February 2016
USCG says that through evaluation and a review of stakeholder feedback, they are aware that it has not allowed certain existing equipment to replace paper charts. Therefore, they are working to amend this policy and update third-party consensus standards.
In order to address these challenges, USCG is collaborating with representatives from maritime industry and marine electronics manufacturers. The solution will require more than one amendment to this policy. Throughout this process, we are committed to safe, practical and voluntary alternatives to paper charts.
While that process evolves, mariners can still use the current policy as a pathway to removing paper charts. Our goal is to keep a voluntary compliance option ava... less
Last post by Brutt Scontsy - November 16, 2017
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Why Virtual Aids of Navigation Are Important For Ships?
Everybody, both onshore and at sea, has a responsibility for improving our ship safety level. Aids to navigation, also kno... moreWhy Virtual Aids of Navigation Are Important For Ships?
Everybody, both onshore and at sea, has a responsibility for improving our ship safety level. Aids to navigation, also known as AtoN, are important tools of navigation that enhances safety and can act as good safety barriers.
Unlike the roads and highways that we drive on, the waterways do not have road signs that tell us our location or distance to a destination, or of hazards along the way. Instead the waterways are provided with aids to navigation.
For hundreds of years, maritime authorities have marked safe water with buoys and beacons. Besides supporting commerce, these buoys and beacons help to improve safety at seas. Aids to navigation help ship navigating officers in finding and safely navigating a narrow channel in a wide expanse of water.
A navigational aid or AtoN or navaid is any sort of marker that guides to mark safe waters and also help mariners in determining their position with respect to land or any navigational hazard or hidden d... less
Last post by Brutt Scontsy - November 16, 2017
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MOL adopts Inmarsat Fleet Xpress service
Inmarsat has announced that its partner JSAT MOBILE Communications signed an agreement with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) to introduce the new... moreMOL adopts Inmarsat Fleet Xpress service
Inmarsat has announced that its partner JSAT MOBILE Communications signed an agreement with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) to introduce the newly-launched Fleet Xpress service across the majority of its car carrier fleet.
Existing Inmarsat customer MOL says migrating its car carriers to always-on, high-speed broadband connectivity will be pivotal in its continuing drive towards ‘smarter and greener shipping’ operations.
MOL has long been convinced that the environmental performance of its ships offers a competitive advantage. It was the first owner in the world certified under the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) – the International Maritime Organization’s emissions scheme to benchmark the impact of technical innovations on ship efficiency.
The roll-out of Fleet Xpress on board the MOL fleet will coincide with planned vessel drydockings, with the owner’s car carriers selected for the first installations. Fleet Xpress will effectivel... less
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nmarsat to integrate Fleet Xpress into Navarino’s existing portfolio
in SMART4SEA 4 August 2016
... morenmarsat to integrate Fleet Xpress into Navarino’s existing portfolio
in SMART4SEA 4 August 2016
Navarino has entered into a new agreement with Inmarsat to integrate Fleet Xpress into Navarino’s existing service portfolio. Through the agreement, Navarino will bring more than 1,200 vessels to the Fleet Xpress service over a six-year period.
Fleet Xpress, the Global Xpress maritime solution, sets a new standard in broadband maritime communications. The service delivers the highest levels of reliable high-speed broadband connectivity and exceptional performance across all of the world’s oceans as well as facilitating innovative ‘Connected Ship’ applications.
Navarino has a global reputation for providing high quality satellite communications products and services for the maritime industry, including the Infinity solution with a client base of more than 500 shipping companies worldwide and covering all types of merchant vessels. It has an established and steadily growing internat... less
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6 Common Mooring Methods Used For Ships
By Chief Officer Abhishek Bhanawat | In: Marine Navigation | Last Updated on July 22, 2016
Each vessel has been designed with mooring arran... more6 Common Mooring Methods Used For Ships
By Chief Officer Abhishek Bhanawat | In: Marine Navigation | Last Updated on July 22, 2016
Each vessel has been designed with mooring arrangements such that ropes and wires of recommended strength can help it moor safely alongside a berth, floating platform, buoy or a jetty. Fundamentally a vessel has to be positioned alongside a jetty or a berth, between mooring buoys, to a mooring buoy, to another ship or barge and then made fast using her own anchors, mooring lines or shore lines.
Some very common methods of mooring are Mediterranean mooring, Baltic mooring, Running mooring, Standing mooring, Spider mooring buoys , Single point or single buoy mooring, Conventional or multi buoy mooring, Ship to Ship Mooring
While Moored alongside a fixed or floating jetty or a sea berth there are various forces action on the vessel such as wind, current, tide, wave action, swell, surging induced due to passing ships and trim of the vessel. The spring, breast and head lines prev... less
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