I am Cadet Abhiraj Anand, currently pursuing Marine Engineering from IMU Kolkata, erstwhile DMET/MERI.
My journey as a cadet has been nothing short of a roller coaster. I had always studied in convent schools that were fairly lenient in terms of discipline and routine. Apart from academics, school life had little impact on the…
In today's interconnected global economy, the maritime industry serves as the backbone of international trade. Nearly 90% of the world's goods are transported by sea, making maritime logistics one of the most critical components of global supply chains. From raw materials and consumer goods to energy resources and industrial equipment, the smooth movement of cargo…
“The world sees a ship cutting through the ocean. A marine engineer sees thousands of system working together to make that journey possible. ”
When people hear the words MARINE ENGINEERING OR MERCHANT NAVY, they often think of tough side of the ship. They thought working in harsh condition, taking off the responsibility of…
The oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface, support millions of livelihoods, regulate the global climate, and facilitate nearly 90% of international trade by volume. At the heart of this vast blue economy lies the maritime industry, a sector that connects nations, powers commerce, and drives economic growth. However, as global trade continues…
The maritime industry has long been the backbone of global trade, transporting nearly 90% of the world's goods by sea. As international trade expands and environmental regulations become more stringent, the industry is undergoing a remarkable technological transformation. Emerging technologies are reshaping how ships are designed, operated, maintained, and managed, making maritime operations safer, more…
The maritime industry has always been at the heart of global trade, connecting economies and transporting nearly 90% of the world's goods. Today, however, the sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation driven by the growing demand for sustainable and reliable energy. Offshore energy has emerged as one of the most promising solutions, offering vast opportunities…
What is right, and what is wrong? Who sits as the ultimate judge?
There are a few of these philosophical questions that cannot be answered even if we look closely enough. As human beings, we are all born with an internal guidance system—our own moral compass. However, after spending over a decade deeply embedded…
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation in the Maritime Industry. The maritime industry has been the backbone of global trade for centuries, transporting nearly 90% of the world's goods across oceans. As global supply chains become more complex and customer expectations continue to evolve, the industry is embracing a new era driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
The global maritime industry is responsible for transporting nearly 90% of world trade, making it one of the most critical sectors supporting the global economy. However, this essential industry also contributes approximately 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions, placing it under increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact. Governments, regulators, shipping companies, and port authorities…
Look at a container ship today, and it looks identical to one from twenty years ago. It’s still just a massive steel box built to move cargo. But step inside the engine room, check out the navigation bridge, or talk to the people managing the fleets, and you’ll realize shipping is in the middle of…
"The sea does not test your rank; it tests your character."
As marine cadets, we spend countless hours learning about engines, navigation systems, stability calculations, and international regulations. We prepare for examinations, simulator exercises, and eventually our first voyage. Yet, in spite of all this technical preparation, there is one lesson that no textbook can…
When I first walked through the gates of DMET Kolkata as a first-year marine engineering cadet, I had a rough idea of what I had signed up for. I knew there would be engineering subjects, uniforms, discipline, and the dream of sailing across oceans. But no one really tells you what those two years will…
A few months ago, I came across a video of an operations centre in Oslo, rows of screens, live data streaming in from ships scattered across the North Sea, and an engineer flagging a fuel anomaly on a vessel he had never physically stepped onto. It stuck with me, mostly because of how ordinary it…
To the observer standing securely on dry land, the maritime industry is often framed through standard, cold metrics: millions of deadweight tons, complex logistical networks, massive automated ports, and fuel efficiency ratios. Alternatively, it is viewed through a lens of outdated cinematic romance—a sweeping saga of wild adventure, tempestuous storms, and the timeless mystique of…