Almost every technological advancement in history was considered impossible before it became the norm. Imaginative digital developments are currently leading the way in revolutionising business processes around the globe.
From fleets of small wind-powered drones to computer-controlled cargo ships, automated vessels are undoubtedly on their way.
It’s reported that over 1200 shipping containers are lost in transit every year. But at just 0.01% of around the 120 million containers that are carted around the world each year, this figure is an insignificant amount as far as the shipping industry is concerned.
Though drills are usually overseen by experienced, qualified seamen, it is imperative that the correct training is given to supervisers on each system and the particular equipment in place aboard a vessel, explained Captain Velankar.
