MED (Marine Equipment Directive 2014/90/EU) explained: which ship equipment needs the wheelmark, how to verify it, and what changed on 31 August 2026.
ATEX vs IECEx for marine explosion-proof lighting: ATEX law excludes seagoing vessels, so IECEx plus class society type approval decides what passes the survey.
Marine Morse Code Signaling explained: SOLAS daylight signalling lamp rules, the 60,000 cd standard, 40 letters per minute, and how to spec the right lamp.
Day shapes for ships decoded: 12 COLREG signal shapes, 0.6 m size limits, exemptions at 7 m, 12 m and 20 m, and where International and Inland rules split.
Marine Light Certification is key for maritime compliance. This article details the 7 critical standards, major certification bodies, type approval process, selection tips for certified lights, and Bozhou Marine as a trusted manufacturer.
Navigation Lights for Nighttime or Restricted Visibility (Sunset to Sunrise or Poor Visibility Conditions) When navigating at night or in restricted visibility (e.g., fog, rain,
