What is a Tug Boat A tug (tugboat) is a boat or ship that manoeuvres vessels by pushing or towing them. Tugs move vessels that either should not move by themselves, such as ships in a crowded harbour or a narrow canal,or those that cannot move by themselves, such as…
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Paints are the chief material used on board ships for corrosion prevention. There are different types of paints available as per requirements and place of application on ship. Paints when applied on a structure create barrier between the structural surface and corrosion causing phenomenon. Now, before we proceed to types…
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The mariner planning a transoceanic passage can select either the shortest route, or the quickest route at a given speed, or the most suitable route from the point of view of weather or any particular requirements. Climatic condition, however, such as the existence of currents or the prevalence of wind,…
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