Maritime Economics

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• Water Jets: Water Jets are a type of propulsion system used in marine vessels that use high-pressure water to create a jet stream that propels the vessel forward. Water Jets are commonly used in high-speed vessels such as ferries, patrol boats, and mil ... Read More >>
• Pile: In maritime context, a pile is a long, slender column made of timber, steel, concrete or composite material that is driven into the seabed or riverbed to support structures such as piers, docks, bridges, and offshore platforms. Piles are us ... Read More >>
• Where Away: Where Away is a nautical term used to ask the location of a particular object or point of interest in relation to the vessel. It is commonly used to inquire about the location of other vessels, navigational hazards, or landmarks. The term i ... Read More >>