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)

10 Essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on Board Ships
For any professional seafarer working on board, personal safety and the safety of their crew are paramount. All shipping companies ensure that their crew…

11 Key Components of Logistics Costs
Understanding the costs of manufacturing and delivering products to customers helps businesses determine product prices. Furthermore, businesses can…

Ship Emitting Black Smoke? Here's What to Do
If you work in a ship's engine room, you may have received a call from the port authority reporting complaints from workers or port officials about black…

Things To Consider When Installing Marine Engine Bedplates
Engine bedplates are the lower components of marine engines (two-stroke and four-stroke), supporting the engine compartment and are among the most…

World's Largest FPSO Platform
Operated by Total Energy, the Egina FPSO is the world's largest oil storage platform, with a capacity of approximately 2.3 million barrels and a daily…

The Importance of Port Security
Introduction: Why Port Security Can No Longer Be an Afterthought

Everything You Should Know About SSCV Thialf
The SSCV Thialf is one of the largest and most powerful crane ships in the world. Its full name stands for Semi-Submersible Crane Vessel . It belongs to…

Key Features of Seismic Survey Vessels
Seismic survey vessels are well-designed ships characterized by: dedicated living quarters for crew and seismic survey personnel; a helicopter landing…

Frigates vs. Corvettes: What's the Difference?
In the navies of the world, regardless of size or firepower, every warship plays a specific role on the battlefield. Frigates and corvettes, though…

Types of Port Cranes
The use of cranes is believed to date back to 3000 BC. The earliest known crane, called a "shaduf," was used to draw water from lakes and rivers to…

What is a Bulk Liquid Terminal?
A bulk liquid terminal is an area within a seaport equipped with the necessary infrastructure for storing and transporting large quantities of liquefied…

Understanding How Hovercraft Work?
We've been fascinated by hovercraft since childhood. They look like a pressure vessel, a pillow, or a skirt, gliding across the water, spraying water.…
