Sunblinds for Ships and the Future of Mega Cruise Vessel Size The rapid growth of the cruise industry has raised an important question: how large can modern cruise ships...
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Every year my daughter Julie Lightfoot, Solar Solve’s MD and myself look forward to attending the (wait for it!!), Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (https://www.imarest.org/); Royal Institution...
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In my last blog I made mention of the recent publication from the Japan Ship Technology Research Association, titled ‘Shipbuilding in Japan Solution Book 2019’, that can be accessed...
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Where should we start? As far as I can remember there has always been a shortage of seafarers. I began my Marine Engineering apprenticeship in 1959 as a Marine...
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In my last blog I referred to the UK Government Maritime Sector’s latest report ‘MARITIME 2050: NAVIGATING THE FUTURE – The Government’s Vision And Ambitions For The Future Of...
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One of my tasks this morning is to make some notes for the Monthly Board Meeting which is to take place this afternoon at 3pm. Coincidentally, before today’s meeting...
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Seafarers face extreme working conditions, long shifts, and limited opportunities for rest, making fatigue a critical risk factor in maritime operations. Recent research, including the February 2019 issue of...
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On my way to work this morning I was concerned that I didn’t have anything in mind for today’s blog. I’ve been here for 4 hours and done all...
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Currently Solar Solve is promoting stress and fatigue management, especially on board ships and so we try to have a connection when creating reading material for stakeholders and website...
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In line with Solar Solve’s new marketing campaign for the next 12 months, which is drawing attention to the issues associated with fatigue and Crew Fatigue At Sea in...
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