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From Mate's Receipt to Master's Peace of Mind: The TWS Maritime Service Advantage in Shipping

The role of a marine survey company like TWS Maritime Service is critical in the complex ballet of maritime trade, acting as a guardian and advocate for the interests and rights of their …

Jan 10, 2024 · 2 min readOpen briefing →

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On bulk carriers, hatch covers serve two primary roles:

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Article • Jan 04, 2024

On bulk carriers, hatch covers serve two primary roles:

Granting access to cargo holds for loading/unloading when open, and ensuring weathertight sealing of the hatchway when closed, thus preventing water ingress in any sea state. These...

Porto do Pecém: Driving Economic Development in Northeast Brazil

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Article • May 27, 2023

Porto do Pecém: Driving Economic Development in Northeast Brazil

Introduction Welcome to the presentation about Porto do Pecem, located in the state of Ceara, Brazil. Porto do Pecem is one of the most important and modern ports in the country,...

Environmental Issues and Sustainability: Why We Need to Act Now

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Article • Apr 12, 2023

Environmental Issues and Sustainability: Why We Need to Act Now

As an experienced maritime service provider, TWS Maritime Service is committed to promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in the shipping industry. In this art...