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Pentingnya Sistem Informasi Manajemen Galangan Kapal: Dari Manual ke Digital
Technology

Pentingnya Sistem Informasi Manajemen Galangan Kapal: Dari Manual ke Digital

Mengapa galangan kapal modern wajib beralih ke sistem informasi manajemen (SIM)? Pelajari bagaimana SIM meningkatkan efisiensi operasional, akurasi estimasi biaya, dan profit margin.

Feb 12, 2026
3 min read
ShipyardPro: Revolusi Sistem Manajemen Galangan Kapal Terintegrasi (ERP 2026)
Software

ShipyardPro: Revolusi Sistem Manajemen Galangan Kapal Terintegrasi (ERP 2026)

Temukan ShipyardPro, solusi ERP manajemen galangan kapal modern yang mengintegrasikan project management, supply chain, finance, dan HSE dalam satu dashboard real-time.

Feb 10, 2026
3 min read
Port State Control (PSC) Checklist 2026: Top Detainable Defects (Guide)
Maritime Safety

Port State Control (PSC) Checklist 2026: Top Detainable Defects (Guide)

Prepare for your next inspection with our 2026 Port State Control checklist. Discover the top detainable deficiencies (Code 30) in Fire Safety, Life Saving Appliances, and ISM. Don't get detained!

Jan 18, 2026
3 min read
Ship Draft Survey Calculation Guide & Excel Formulas (Complete 2026)
Cargo Operations

Ship Draft Survey Calculation Guide & Excel Formulas (Complete 2026)

Master the 6-step Draft Survey process with our complete 2026 guide. Learn how to calculate cargo quantity accurately using displacement tables, trim corrections, and density adjustments. Includes formulas and practical examples.

Jan 17, 2026
4 min read
Escalating Tensions: The Impact of US-Iran Maritime Conflict on Global Shipping (2026)
Maritime News

Escalating Tensions: The Impact of US-Iran Maritime Conflict on Global Shipping (2026)

Analysis of the January 2026 maritime standoff between the US and Iran, its impact on the Strait of Hormuz, rising insurance costs, and the shift in global supply chain routes.

Jan 15, 2026
7 min read
Where to Buy Planned Maintenance System for Ships: Complete 2026 Guide
Maritime Software

Where to Buy Planned Maintenance System for Ships: Complete 2026 Guide

Comprehensive guide on purchasing maritime planned maintenance systems (PMS/CMMS) for ships. Compare vendors, pricing, features, and implementation strategies for ship owners and operators.

Jan 9, 2026
5 min read
Case Study: PT. Pelayaran Bahtera Adhiguna (PLN Group) - PMS & IoT Implementation
Case Studies

Case Study: PT. Pelayaran Bahtera Adhiguna (PLN Group) - PMS & IoT Implementation

How Hifshan Riesvicky's Planned Maintenance System and IoT solutions transformed fleet operations for 11 MV vessels at PT. Pelayaran Bahtera Adhiguna, a PLN Group company.

Jan 9, 2026
5 min read
Ship Stability & GM Calculation: Guide for Officers
Ship Operations

Ship Stability & GM Calculation: Guide for Officers

Master the principles of vessel stability and learn how to accurately calculate the Metacentric Height (GM). This guide covers KG, KM, and stability criteria for safer ship operations.

Jan 6, 2026
3 min read
IMO 2030 CII Compliance: Complete Carbon Intensity Guide
Maritime Regulations

IMO 2030 CII Compliance: Complete Carbon Intensity Guide

Master IMO 2030 CII regulations, carbon intensity calculations, rating system, compliance strategies, and operational improvements for maritime decarbonization and sustainable shipping.

Dec 23, 2025
12 min read
Ship Officer Salary Guide 2025: Earnings & Benefits
Career Development

Ship Officer Salary Guide 2025: Earnings & Benefits

Complete guide to ship officer salaries including deck officers, engineers, and senior management. Learn about salary ranges, benefits, and factors affecting maritime earnings.

Dec 20, 2025
8 min read
Ship Fuel Management: Efficiency & Cost Savings Guide
Ship Maintenance

Ship Fuel Management: Efficiency & Cost Savings Guide

Master ship fuel management including consumption monitoring, optimization strategies, bunker quality control, and cost reduction techniques for maritime operations.

Dec 20, 2025
9 min read
Ship ETA Calculation: Complete Guide for Deck Officers
Navigation

Ship ETA Calculation: Complete Guide for Deck Officers

Learn the step-by-step process to accurately calculate ship Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) including distance, speed, timezone conversions, and weather factors. Essential guide for navigation officers.

Dec 19, 2025
7 min read
STCW Certification 2025: Complete Guide for Seafarers
Career Development

STCW Certification 2025: Complete Guide for Seafarers

Comprehensive guide to STCW certification requirements, training courses, renewal procedures, and career progression for deck and engine officers. Updated for STCW 2010 Manila Amendments.

Dec 18, 2025
10 min read
Ship Paint Calculation for Docking: Complete Technical Guide
Ship Maintenance

Ship Paint Calculation for Docking: Complete Technical Guide

Master the art of calculating paint requirements for ship docking operations. Learn surface area calculations, DFT specifications, paint types, and cost estimation for topside and underwater coatings.

Dec 17, 2025
10 min read
IoT Installation Project Data Logging on MV. Zalecha Baruna (PT. Bahtera Adhiguna)
Maritime Technology

IoT Installation Project Data Logging on MV. Zalecha Baruna (PT. Bahtera Adhiguna)

A comprehensive case study on the successful deployment of a maritime IoT Running-Hours Counter and data logging system on MV. Zalecha Baruna for PT. Bahtera Adhiguna, revolutionizing ship maintenance and digitalization.

Oct 19, 2025
8 min read
Maritime IoT & Data Logging Implementation on MV. Malahayati Baruna
Maritime Technology

Maritime IoT & Data Logging Implementation on MV. Malahayati Baruna

A deep dive into the IoT digitalization project for PT. Pelayaran Bahtera Adhiguna (PBA) on MV. Malahayati Baruna, focusing on machinery running hours automation and remote monitoring.

Sep 24, 2025
4 min read
Ballast Water Management: Complete Guide for Ship Officers
Maritime Operations

Ballast Water Management: Complete Guide for Ship Officers

Comprehensive guide to ballast water management, IMO BWMC regulations, D-1 and D-2 standards, environmental concerns, and best practices for preventing invasive species transfer.

Dec 20, 2024
6 min read

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