In recent years, we have all become more accustomed to the need to be kinder to the environment, and this is just as important at sea as it is on land. It’s illegal to throw any trash into the ocean or into our rivers, and because of this, owners and operators of...

Any ocean-going operation needs to be as efficient and as cost-effective as possible in order to compete these days, and that’s why marine fuel treatment is such an important issue. If the fuel, and the components that it passes through, are not performing to the best...

There are many maintenance operations which require a great deal of care and attention, of course, but few can have as many potentially serious repercussions as refrigerant recovery. This is a highly complex process that needs to be carried out with the utmost...

The recent London Maritime IMPA Event was an important trade show which featured a number of impressive products and services aimed at making the maritime industry safer, more efficient and ultimately more profitable. Organised by the International Marine Purchasing...

An efficient oil system can lead to greater performance levels and fewer mechanical problems over time. Because of this, operators of all ocean-going vessels need to be doing all they can to make oil storage tank cleaning a top priority. Prevent harmful build-ups Oil...

Efficiency is the key to success in the modern marine industry, and if your vessels are not working efficiently it can lead to a number of serious issues. Keeping boilers running to their full potential can make all the difference to a maritime operation, for a number...

The waste we produce and recycling it is an expensive business and the cost of raw materials, energy and labour alone can increase it by as much as 20 times. Coupled with the long-term impact on the environment, and the need to comply with increasingly strict UK and...

With the majority of international safety organisations requiring at least annual testing of the foam in fire extinguishers, you simply can’t afford not to carry out these straightforward, yet essential inspections.  Remain safe Completed for both safety and legal...