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VDES and AIS: What Actually Changes on the Bridge
There is a familiar sequence in shipping whenever a new system enters the bridge environment. The technology is positioned as a solution, the regulatory framework…
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Unlimited Internet, Limited Attention: The Operational Risk on Modern Ships
High-speed internet has solved isolation at sea, but it is also fragmenting attention and weakening watchkeeping discipline. This analysis explores how continuous connectivity is impacting…
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HORMUZ STRAIT – Routing Shift, Mine Risk, and the Cost of Transit in 2026
Hormuz transit now reflects altered routing, limited detection, and elevated risk, where movement depends on operational and commercial acceptance.
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Inertial Navigation Systems: Why Merchant Ships Still Don’t Have Them
Modern ships rely on GNSS as the single source of truth. When that signal is manipulated, the entire bridge remains consistent but wrong. This article…
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Crew Transfer: Shipping’s Unregulated Risk Zone
Crew transfer is the most exposed phase in maritime operations. While regulations, standards, and insurance frameworks exist for pilot and transfer operations, control fragments at…