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Muhammad Farooq

Senior Maritime Writer

Marine EngineeringSeafarer CareersPort OperationsMaritime Law & RegulationIMO / MARPOL / SOLASShip NavigationNaval Architecture

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)

How Do Submarines Run Under Water?

How Do Submarines Run Under Water?

Underwater Submarines sink by taking in ocean water into large tanks. This weighs them down, allowing them to sink. They take in as much as they need to…

May 3·2 min read
How Does Ocean Warming Lead To Coral Bleaching

How Does Ocean Warming Lead To Coral Bleaching

Coral reefs are essential ecosystems that are highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change . To commemorate World Oceans Day, we reflect on why the…

Apr 30·6 min read
How Deep can a Submarine Dive?

How Deep can a Submarine Dive?

Recently, the global naval community was heartbroken by the KRI Nangara incident . After several days of search and also rescue operations. The remains of…

Apr 30·5 min read
Why was Athens' Navy so Strong?

Why was Athens' Navy so Strong?

As the signal of popular government and social illumination amid relics. Athens used uncommon maritime control that moulded the course of history. This…

Apr 27·8 min read
Extreme Heat Hazards Faced by Seafarers

Extreme Heat Hazards Faced by Seafarers

Seafarers face many problems at sea. Heat hazards can often occur onboard ships due to the extreme temperature. Along with high humidity conditions where…

Apr 27·3 min read
How To Join The Merchant Navy in South Africa

How To Join The Merchant Navy in South Africa

Working in a Merchant navy in South Africa that transports goods and also people at sea is an honorable profession. As it is an essential part of global…

Apr 27·6 min read
How Can I Become a Seafarer in Malaysia?

How Can I Become a Seafarer in Malaysia?

Setting out on a career as a seafarer offers the opportunity for enterprise, investigation, and proficient development. In Malaysia , with its wealthy…

Apr 27·9 min read
What are the Effects of the Warmer Oceans?

What are the Effects of the Warmer Oceans?

In recent decades, ocean temperatures have been rising as climate change begins to impact the maritime industry around the world. Businesses have had to…

Apr 27·7 min read
What Wood Is Used In Shipbuilding?

What Wood Is Used In Shipbuilding?

Ships have been a very integral part of human civilization for centuries, dating back to ancient Egypt. Shipbuilding Woods was the preferred construction…

Apr 25·7 min read
Which Material Reigns Supreme in Ship Durability - Fiberglass or Aluminium?

Which Material Reigns Supreme in Ship Durability - Fiberglass or Aluminium?

Boats travel hundreds or thousands of miles across the ocean, so reliability is important for both short and long-term use. A ship's durability begins…

Apr 25·6 min read
How To Join the Merchant Navy In the UK

How To Join the Merchant Navy In the UK

Join Merchant Navy In UK within the Joined Together Kingdom offers a fulfilling and energetic career path. For people with an energy for the ocean and a…

Apr 25·6 min read
What Was The Porthole Window Used For?

What Was The Porthole Window Used For?

Porthole windows , also known as ports, are little, circular windows regularly found on the sides of ships. Serving different fundamental capacities.…

Apr 23·7 min read