MARINE MIRROR

AUTHOR : TARUN KANSAL WWW.MARINE-MIRROR.COM For decades, global trade has been treated as a efficient, predictable, and largely invisible to the average person. Goods appear on shelves, fuel flows uninterrupted, and economies function seamlessly. But it often takes a crisis to expose the truth: the global economy is not self-sustaining—it is carried, quite literally, on the backs of ships and the resilience of… Read more: Sailing Through Conflict: How a Middle East War Reveals the True Value of Ships and Seafarers

AUTHOR : TARUN KANSAL WWW.MARINE-MIRROR.COM The maritime sector in the Gulf is facing one of its most complex operational periods in recent years. Conflict-driven disruptions, combined with increasingly unstable weather conditions, have reshaped trade flows, elevated risks, and opened new commercial opportunities across shipping, tug operations, and the offshore support industry. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the current environment and highlights… Read more: Gulf Maritime Operations and Business Continuity : Navigating War Disruption and Weather Challenges

“Together at Sea and Shore: Uniting Teams for Seamless Success!” MARINE MIRROR TARUN – LINKEDIN In the maritime industry, effective coordination between the onshore team and onboard crew is crucial for smooth operations, safety, and overall efficiency. The interplay between these two groups can significantly impact voyage success, regulatory compliance, and crew welfare. This article explores the responsibilities of onshore office staff and… Read more: Importance of Coordination Between Onshore Team and Onboard Crew

By Marine Technical Superintendent – Tarun Kansal MARINE MIRROR The Merchant Navy plays a vital role in global trade, transporting goods across oceans and seas. As an industry, it offers diverse career opportunities both at sea and on land. This article delves into the various facets of a career in the Merchant Navy, including the paths available for those interested in sailing and… Read more: Anchored Ambitions – Career in the Merchant Navy: Sailing and Ashore

By Marine Technical Superintendent, Tarun Kansal An Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) plays a critical role onboard a ship, primarily responsible for managing and maintaining the electrical and electronic systems. Their importance has grown significantly as modern ships have become more technologically advanced. Here are key reasons why ETOs are vital: Maintenance of Electrical Systems: ETOs ensure that electrical power distribution systems, control systems, and… Read more: IMPORTANCE OF ETO ONBOARD A SHIP

BY MARINE TECHNICAL SUPERINTENDENT, TARUN KANSAL Ensuring that crew members feel valued during long-haul voyages is crucial for maintaining morale, productivity, and overall well-being. Long periods at sea can lead to feelings of isolation, fatigue, and stress, making it essential for leaders to implement effective appreciation strategies. Here are several key approaches to show appreciation effectively. 1. Personal Recognition Personal recognition is one… Read more: IMPORTANCE OF CREW ONBOARD A SHIP

By Tarun Kansal,  Marine Technical Superintendent Creating a powerful brand in MARINE involves a combination of strategic planning, strong messaging, and consistent execution. Here are key steps to consider: 1. Define Your Brand IdentityMission and Vision: Clearly articulate what your brand stands for and its long-term goals.Core Values: Establish values that resonate with your target audience and reflect your company’s culture.2. Understand Your… Read more: CREATING A BRAND IN MARINE

By Tarun Kansal, Marine Technical Superintendent When facing a marine incident, such as a collision, grounding, fire, or pollution event, a swift and organized response is crucial to minimize risks, ensure the safety of crew, environment, and assets, and comply with regulations. Effective delegation of tasks ensures all necessary actions are taken in an orderly and timely manner. Here’s how you can structure… Read more: RESPONSE TO MARINE INCIDENT

The Saudi Maritime Congress 2024 is set to be a cornerstone event for the global maritime and logistics industry. Scheduled to take place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this congress offers a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, maritime professionals, and stakeholders to converge and discuss the future of maritime logistics in the region and beyond. The event not only focuses on current… Read more: SAUDI MARITIME LOGISTICS CONGRESS 2024

Source : Mawani Website Posted by : Tarun Kansal, Marine Technical Superintendent ll Marine Advisor ll Marine Manager ll MEO Speaks on Maritime Industry, Ship Management, Sea Life, etc “Mawani” signs 4 contracts to provide marine services in 8 ports with investments exceeding one billion riyals Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, the Prince of the… Read more: MAWANI signs and awards 8 port contracts to Naghi Marine and Zamil Marine Services Company

INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER OF SHIPPING, OCIMF, BIMCO, INTERTANKO, IMCA, CLIA, INTERCARGO Marine Technical Superintendent/MEO – Tarun Kansal MARINE MIRROR© INTERIM INDUSTRY TRANSIT ADVICE, SOUTHERN RED SEA, AND GULF OF ADEN – 15 DECEMBER 2023- SITUATION Houthi rebels in Yemen have continued to attack international shipping. After the Houthi forces hijacked a car carrier on 19 November 2023, further attacks by armed skiffs, drones or… Read more: Guidelines for Vessels passing through Red Sea in response to Attacks on International Shipping

Amendments to the Code relating to Regulations 1.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1 and 4.3 and to appendices A2-1 and A4- I of the MLC, 2006 The 2022 amendments to MLC 2006, adopted at the ILO 110th session, are expected to come into force from 1st December 2024. The 2022 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 introduced several updates across various sections.… Read more: MARITIME CONVENTION AMENDMENTS – MLC, By – Tarun Kansal

Marine Mirror©Tarun Kansal Shipping ports are essential hubs for transporting goods globally. They receive cargo from various sources, like trucks and trains, which is then organized and loaded onto ships. Ports have facilities for container storage, customs inspections, and handling different types of cargo. Efficient operations involve coordinated efforts between port authorities, shipping companies, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth cargo flow. The… Read more: WORKING OF SHIPPING PORTS – BY MARINE TECHNICAL SUPERINTENDENT – TARUN KANSAL

Introduction The world’s oceans have been the lifeblood of international trade and transportation for centuries. With the ever-growing importance of maritime commerce, ensuring the safety and compliance of ships is paramount. Ship certificates play a crucial role in this regard. These official documents are not just paperwork but a testament to a vessel’s seaworthiness and adherence to international regulations. In this article, we… Read more: Marine Mirror : A Comprehensive Guide to Ship Certificates – By Tarun Kansal

Marine Mirror© An LNG carrier lost control and turned sideways in the Suez Canal, causing another tanker to run into it, AIS ship tracking data from MarineTraffic.com showed. A third tanker was also in the vicinity, but it’s unclear if it was involved in any way. MarineTraffic said it received an eyewitness report of the collision involving the Burri, a Cayman Island tanker, and the Singapore-flagged LNG… Read more: Tanker and LNG Carrier Collide in Suez Canal

This article by Tarun Kansal is the brief understanding of Shipboard Organization and it’s structure.

PART 1 – ONBOARD SHIP Shipboard Organization : Seafarers’ Ranks, Duties and Salaries Seafaring is a profession that requires ranks and duties to be specific, so that everyone onboard will know what to do, as several procedures have to be conducted at the same time; Thus, each one of these roles carries unique responsibilities which are crucial for the successful operation of a… Read more: Shipboard Organization – PART I (By Marine Superintendent – Tarun Kansal)

By Marine Superintendent, Tarun Kansal Marine vessels are used primarily for the transportation of people and goods. The need to maintain these ships is important because they can be very expensive to replace if damaged by accidents or natural disasters. Marine vessel maintenance, the act of maintaining marine vessels, help protect them so that they may continue to serve society in the future.… Read more: MARINE MAINTENANCE

By Marine Superintendent, Tarun Kansal A ship entitled to fly the flag of a country needs to be registered in that country. The object of registration is to ensure that persons who are entitled to the privilege and protection of the Indian flag get them. The registration affords evidence of title off the ship to those who deal with the property in question.… Read more: REGISTRATION OF INDIAN SHIPS

By, Marine Superintendent – Tarun Kansal Keeping your team safe and your ships maintained comes with quite a few requirements. One of these necessary actions is an annual ship survey to ensure your vessels are in compliance with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the agency responsible for ensuring the safety and security of shipping vessels and the protection of the marine environment through pollution prevention… Read more: A Guide to Ship Surveys and Inspections

By, Marine Superintendent – Tarun Kansal Please find attached guidelines for the preparation and the performance of an ism audit as well as a number of questions which could be asked either by a third party or by an internal auditor A. PREPERATION (few days before audit) 1. All the vessel’s certificates (issued by the administrations or by class) should be valid.2. All… Read more: Guidelines for ISM Audit

An Article by Mr. Tarun KansalLinkedIn : Tarun Kansal®Instagram : tarun_thalassophile® ll marine.mirror@24×7® What is MT HEROIC IDUN? MT HEROIC IDUN is a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) with a length of 336m, a width of 60m, a draught of 11m and 299995MT, and IMO Number 9858058. It was built in 2020 and is currently sailing under the flag of the Marshall Islands.… Read more: MT Heroic Udun ll Marine Mirror