Henderson International LLC

Full-service marine consultancy and naval architecture firm based in Dubai, UAE; operating since 1985.

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Solar Power in Maritime

Renewable energy means high demand and big investment. Read about the most important, yet simple facts to consider if thinking of going green.

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Dragging Anchors and how to Prevent It.

This happens in maritime, when a vessel removes itself from anchorage due to either external pressures from the environment or due to flawed design of the anchorage. Spotting as well as prevensive measures are important.

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Questioning Productivity of EMS?

Yes EMS is important for a port but does it deserve most of the focus it gets?

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Talking about LNG Economy

IMO is passing new regulations about ship emissions; but what do we know about the economy of this new initiative? See here

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Operations of Different Bow Thrusters

With more thrusters on the market, it is important to know which one is better for what marine operation.

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About Search Engines

We all use search engines today, but how are they really benefiting us?

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Modern Marina Management: Environment, Workings and Practices

A well-maintained boat means a well-maintained marina where everything is considered; from inner workings to environment. Read about the system here. 

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Tackling Hyperthermia Onboard

Hyperthermia is a common hazard around industrial machinery; including vessels. (Engines, boilers etc) 

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Carbon Monoxide; Hidden Evil of Boating

Boating is a common recreational activity where vessels void of potentially hazardous machinery. However, danger is still present in the form of carbon monoxide exposure. See where it comes from.

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Quick Thought- Barge Stability

Barges are popular vessels which do not suffer from stability issues as much as other vessels. Read a quick thought on the few issues that ARE present:

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Ballast Stability Control

When at port, ballasting and de-ballasting operations happen and are prone to faults and accidents; see what has to be considered to avoid some problems.

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Importance of Standard Procedures-A Short Thought

What is standard procedure?  Why is it so important? Unfortunately, the question should be asked is why is it beneficial for me?

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Potential of Lasers in Shipbuilding

Lasers are the way of the future, see how they impact modern shipbuilding. 

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Future-Fitting and Tracing Electronic Errors

Electricity is surely updating our vessels, but how do you trace errors correctly when they occur?

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Keep it Clean; The Drinking Water Issue

Drinking water is still an issue aboard a sailing ship; but how is it addressed and is it the correct way?

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Improve a Propeller; Improve a Ship's Voyage

A ship's propulsion is an important aspect of a marine operation, here are some problems that it has and how to fix them. 

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What Really Is Bunkering; Regards to LNG and Added Risks.

Bunkering has been done for years with normal oil, however LNG fuel is different thus warranting its own analysis. See what we say about it: