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  Shipping is the backbone of international trade, as over 90% of all trade-related shipping is through the oceans. But braving the vast ocean for months is not for the faint-hearted. The risk related to economic losses and loss of life is also high. The threat of terrorism and violence in the maritime world has also been increasing. It is to curb these rising threats and risks-levels that there are safety measures in place which are implemented by the International Maritime Convention (IMO). There are different safety and security measures to ensure the safety of the ship, crew and cargo. One such safety measure is the Ship Security Plan (SSP). A Ship security plan or SSP is a detailed document specifying the action to be taken. In this article, we talk about SSP – what it is, its contents, implementation and more. What is a Ship Security Plan? SSP or Ship Security Plan is a mandatory document under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. An SSP is developed...

  The Types of Offshore Support Vessels An offshore vessel is one that serves a specific purpose such as undertaking construction work or provide assistance in oil exploration. While the term “offshore vessels” collectively denotes the class of ships that are employed for operating in the high seas, they have evolved and their operations have diversified dramatically. So today, we have several types of offshore vessels that do a lot more than just drilling and exploration. You can engage them in sending critical supplies to construction units and excavation sites on the high seas. They also allow crew personnel from offshore operational areas to be transitioned and relieved as per the necessity. That said, OSVs can be broadly be classified into the following types: 1. Seismic survey ships 2. PSVs, or Platform Supply Vessels 3. Anchor Handling Tug Supply Vessels (AHTS) 4. Offshore Construction Vessels 5. Diving Support Vessels 6. Vessels for inspection, repair, and maintenance purpo...

  How is maritime software important? It offers better trade A good software system will aid in improving the scope of global trade. The cargo information about ships leaving from various ports, connecting ships’ schedules can all be communicated and improve trade. Looks out for the safety of ships A well-connected information exchange system will keep maritime accidents at bay, and moreover allows better coordination between the ships. The system can provide rapid information exchange that will help reach the ships in times of emergencies. Has improved warehouse management Through integration with a warehouse management system or an enterprise resource planning software, the automation decreases time and resources put into data entry. This improves supply chain visibility, lowers freight delivery costs, and makes for better business decisions. Has a reduced chance for human error A proper system will be able to manage all the logistics, without having to worry about human errors. ...