While ship-to-ship operations are very common in maritime trade, they pose certain risks. Let's have a look at why STS operations are so much in vogue and how to minimise... read more →
Port manoeuvres are the most delicate moment for any sailor. We are talking about routine processes, but this does not mean that they are free from risk, especially under extreme... read more →
Quick-release hooks are a piece of equipment that act as the foundation for a safe mooring system at any port. Let us see what a quick-release hook consists of, and... read more →
The ocean harbours titanic structures devoted to extracting resources from oil & gas sites. We are going to review the most common types of oil platforms and some of the... read more →
Bollards are a mechanism both simple and essential for berthing. But not all bollards are the same. They must adapt to each kind of port, its needs, physical conditions, and... read more →
Mooring is a procedure to anchor the ship to a fixed or floating element and keep it connected during loading or unloading operations. Safe mooring must withstand several forces, such... read more →
A dock is the physical connection between earth and sea at a port. This union bears noteworthy complexity, into which we will delve in this review of the types of... read more →
The sea transport sector is dedicated to automation and several open horizons are open. These include the automation of operations with containers, smart port warehouses and autonomous boats, in particular.... read more →
Petroleum and fuel oil transport is a delicate process prone to commercial and environmental disaster. If there is a spill near ports, there is also an imminent danger that it... read more →
The port equipment sector is a basic pillar for operability in ports and is constantly subject to innovation. The need to perform manoeuvres in safer ports involves the importance of... read more →