Raghu Sharma·Nov 1The VLCC Avoided Hormuz. The Risk Came Alongside.In my 19 October article, The Mercenary Master, I questioned whether obtaining a Master’s consent adequately addresses the risks of…
Raghu Sharma·Oct 22JAPANESE PILOTAGE: A CRITICISM WORTH REVISITINGI have often learnt more from my critics than from those who agree with me.
Raghu Sharma·Oct 11Rumpon Rope and Propeller Fouling: What Rope Cutters May Not SaveMany years ago, during the change of charter of one of my vessels, we carried out an underwater inspection before redelivery to the owner…
Raghu Sharma·Oct 4Beyond Vessel Aspect: What Else Are We Losing in the Glare?When I shared my recent DeepDraft analysis on visual pollution, several mariners noted that even with extensive external illumination, the…
Raghu Sharma·Sep 28Rumpon and Propeller Fouling: The Hidden Risk for Drifting ShipsA vessel was drifting off Indonesia while waiting for orders when a large thermocol float was sighted close alongside. It did not initially…
