Muhammad Farooq
Senior Maritime Writer
Muhammad Farooq is a senior maritime writer at Marine Insight 360 with over a decade of experience covering the global shipping industry. His work spans marine engineering, seafarer careers, port operations, maritime law, and environmental regulation. He is particularly recognised for his accessible explanations of complex technical subjects — from the intricacies of ship propulsion systems to the evolving landscape of MARPOL compliance and IMO decarbonisation targets.
Before joining Marine Insight 360, Muhammad worked as a technical writer and editor for several maritime training organisations, where he developed a passion for making the sea industry understandable to cadets, officers, and shipping professionals alike. He holds a background in marine engineering technology and continues to draw on direct industry contacts to keep his reporting accurate and timely.
Articles by Muhammad Farooq(737)
Why is Sea Foam Dangerous for Surfers?
Seafoam, that frothy, bubbly substance that washes ashore, often looks whimsical and playful. But for surfers and those who enjoy the ocean, it can pose a…
Types of Barges Used in Shipping
A barge is an ocean-going vessel used to carry and transport cargo, passengers, and goods across waterways.
HK company sells stake in Panama Canal Ports
CK Hutchison Holdings says sale of 80% stake to consortium has nothing to do with Trump's claims of Chinese control of canal.
What are Mid-Ocean Ridges: Earth's Underwater Mountain Chains
Mid-ocean ridges are giant underwater mountain ranges formed by the constant movement of plates and the heat and magma that erupt from the Earth's core.…
Russian Navy Sinks British Arms Ship To Ukraine
Russia claims to have sunk a cargo ship carrying weapons and military equipment to Ukraine on Saturday, March 1.
Overview of Sea Shanties: Their Various Types
Sea Shanties have a long and fascinating history, chronicling the stories, trials, and triumphs of life at sea.
Best Cruise Ship Tracker Websites Online
Whether you're interested in seeing the great ships at sea or want to know where your favorite cruise ship is, using an online cruise tracker is the…
The Story Of The Flying Dutchman
The Flying Dutchman is a ship captain who is caught in a terrible storm while trying to round the Cape of Good Hope. He vows to achieve his goal even if…
Things To Do At Enchantment Of The Seas
Royal Caribbean International operates the World-class cruise ship Enchantment of the Seas. This ship was built in 1997 at Kvaerner Masa-Yards' Helsinki,…
How Does Marine Traffic Works?
When it comes to collecting vessel information for maritime solutions, we’ve discussed marine traffic tracking technology and AIS data . It’s an important…
Why Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Mix?
Images show what appears to be a dividing line between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, with the waters on either side being different colors, but is this…
San Diego Naval Base Crash; Navy pilots saved.
Two Navy pilots are safe after a military fighter jet crashed into San Diego Bay, California, authorities said Wednesday.