Is Merchant Navy Salary Tax Free? NRI Status and the 184 Day Rule Explained
If you are working in the Merchant Navy or planning to join soon, you have probably heard people say the…
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Merchant Navy Salary in India 2026: Rank Wise Pay Scale (Deck Cadet to Captain)
If you are thinking about joining the Merchant Navy, one of the first questions on your mind is probably about…
Things Seafarers Must Carry While Getting Onboard a Ship
Preparing to join a vessel is an exciting experience, whether you are stepping onto a deck for the first time…
Safety and Operations in the Merchant Navy
Working at sea is one of the most unique and rewarding careers in the world, but it also comes with…
DFS Launches Sovereign P&I Insurance Product Under Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP)
DFS launches India's first sovereign-backed P&I insurance under BMIP, offering up to USD 1.5B coverage and lowering war risk rates.
The Ghost Ship off Manori: How a Smuggling Case Ended Up on Mumbai’s Rocks
An unmanned oil tanker ran aground off Manori near Mumbai, turning a high stakes smuggling bust into an urgent marine…
340% Increase in Women Seafarers: Reshaping Merchant Navy
See how a 340% rise in women seafarers is transforming India's merchant navy through pioneering leaders, industry reforms, and new…
How to Become a Chief Engineer After ETO
Learn how to transition from ETO to Chief Engineer in the merchant navy with this step-by-step guide on courses, exams,…
Why the V O C Port Authority is Facing Serious Questions Over a New Mega Project Contract
Have you ever wondered how major public infrastructure projects get built in your country? You might see a massive port,…
Understanding Maritime Insurance: Guide to Your Legal and Commercial Rights
Learn maritime insurance basics: insurable interest, indemnity, warranties, claims, and legal rights for global shipping. clearly.
The Global Seafarer Workforce in 2026: Supply, Demand, and the Future of Maritime Labor
Explore the 2026 Global Seafarer Workforce Report: global supply, demand, officer shortages, workforce trends, and 2030 outlook.
What is GMDSS – Global Maritime Distress and Safety System: Complete Guide for Seafarers
When you are out at sea, thousands of miles away from the nearest coast, your primary connection to safety is…
Tanzania-Flagged Cargo Vessel Sinks Off Batam: All Crew Members Rescued Safely
On June 5, a general Tanzania-Flagged cargo vessel named the Golden Star 1 sank just six kilometers off the coast…
How the MSC ELSA 3 Shipwreck Pushed Kerala Fishers into Deep Debt and Distress
MSC ELSA 3 shipwreck devastated Kerala fishers, causing debt, livelihood loss, pollution, and long-term coastal distress.
Iran Claims Strike on U.S. Fifth Fleet: What is Really Happening in the Gulf?
Iran claims strikes on the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. Learn the facts, U.S. response, and impact on Gulf security.