#quality maritime training

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Once again trapped in trying to figure out what Wayne Industries actually Does. "Everything!" yeah sure but they had to get there somehow. Amazon was an online bookstore at first there was a lot of very rapid growth between then and now.

Usually I hear that they started as a shipping business which makes sense when Gotham is 90% waterfront, but at some point they had to transition from just shipping other people's things to shipping things they made as well. I suppose if they started making their own transports for shipping (starting with their own steamboats and later trains and cars) that would make sense. Maybe in the industrial revolution they even bought their own steel mill upon getting tired of having fluctuating prices or a steel shortage and just deciding they were going to get their own damn steel and sell the extra instead. If they chose to manufacture higher quality steel instead of cheapest possible steel that's also laying the groundwork for them to be well liked by their customers. Not railroad barons but making the steel to lay the railroad and build the trains. It's the 1800s so they have a couple patented medicines by then as well that are.... not really medicine but no one has officially noticed yet. They ship their own chemicals out west for a good time.

In 1880s Alan Wayne makes the building that becomes Wayne Tower?? Which I think is much too early, but apparently we were building sky scrapers in 1888 so business must have been booming I fucking guess. This is also the man that has them go corporate.

Of course the railroads start to fall out with the growth of cars and car lobbying. They are still used along with boats for transport but with railroads not being built as much and not being maintained and the union wars, Wayne Industries has to make a pivot somewhere to stay in the race. The family can have a lot of personal money but the business itself is still going strong in Gotham even before Bruce takes over.

I guess if they're already in shipping, they're probably importing as well by then. They may have started with steamboats but then in WWI and WWII all steel factories started producing things for the war efforts, surely they made a couple big ships by then capable of crossing the Atlantic, if they weren't already in oceanic shipping by then. It lets them ride out the great depression because of government maritime subsidies that were a little out of control until the new deal kicked in. That would've also presumably kept WI employees working in the depression and cemented them harder in the city as smaller businesses closed around them.

The patented medicine starts shifting to actual generics that are a little less Heroic post 1918.

Maybe at around that point was when WI started manufacturing... sort of everything. You get your ships, and all the things on board that you need to run a ship. You get your ovens and stoves and big pots and your radar and hell your sailors can even buy their boots and uniforms from us.

When WWII ends they shift back to transporting other people's goods but also maybe more luxury vehicles as well. Cruise services. Some nicer kitchen installations. Kitchens on land even. Get a nice WI electric mixer. Get your waterfront boots. Get your generic ibuprofen.

At that point we're closer to Martha and Thomas' era and they're just... Along for the ride I guess. Thomas is a figurehead CEO. He's off doing medical school and mostly just shows up for formalities, while Martha works in the Wayne Foundation (either the only thing Thomas really made or opened in the 60s to try and get Gotham really booming) as a charity liason. They're still not really celebrities as much as a charismatic couple in high circles. WI doesn't need them to function. It's basically just funding them as they do their own things.

And then the murders happen

And then Bruce, over eighteen, shows up having inherited the figurehead CEO title and his entire family's controlling stock in WI, and announces they're going to be doing things his way now.

The CEO/Board of directors is supposed to do things in the best interest of their stock holders.

If Bruce is the controlling stock holder, they do what he says his best interest is.

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November 18, 2024

U.S. Foreign Aid Is Embarrassing Itself

Three days ago the President of China Xi Jinping opened a Chinese financed a deep-water port in Chancay, Peru.

LIMA, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a week-long diplomatic blitz of South America on Thursday by inaugurating a massive deep-water port in Peru, a $1.3 billion investment by Beijing as it seeks to expand trade and influence on the continent. ... Xi and Peruvian President Dina Boluarte participated on Thursday by video link in the opening of the Chancay port, about 80 kilometres (48 miles) north of Lima on the Pacific Ocean, and signed a deal to widen an existing free trade agreement. Xi said that Chancay, a 15-berth, deep-water port, was the successful start of a "21st century maritime Silk Road" and part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, its modern revival of the ancient Silk Road trading route.

The U.S. is, according to Newsweek, considering Peru to be in its "backyard" (for the record: the distance between Washington DC and Lima, Peru, is 5,700 kilometer):

However, a Chinese state-owned enterprise running a deepwater port so close to U.S. soil has Washington worried. The project marks another significant expansion of China's presence in a part of the world the U.S. considers its sphere of influence. "On the big geostrategic issues, the Peruvian government is not sufficiently focused on analyzing the benefits and threats to the country," an anonymous U.S. official told the Financial Times late last year. .U.S. Southern Command chief Army General Laura Richardson characterized China's infrastructure projects across the Caribbean, Central and South America as a security threat. "They're on the 20-yard line, in the red zone to our homeland," Richardson told Newsweek last year, referencing China's closer proximity.

Not to be outdone by China's generous investment the U.S. decided to publicly counter it. A day after Xi opened the port megaproject U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken dropped into Lima:

Secretary Antony Blinken @SecBlinken - 2:28 UTC · Nov 17, 2024 Today we announced that the United States will support the city of Lima in building a new passenger train line that will expand access to reliable and affordable transportation for over 200,000 people every single day. Embedded video

In his speech Blinken said:

“Everybody loves the sound of a train in the distance.” Paul Simon, one of our great poets, wrote that line in one of his songs, and I think it speaks powerfully to each of us. Trains connect people. They bring communities together. They take distances down between us. And they are not just a symbol, but the practical manifestation of possibilities – the possibilities that come when we connect to each other. They’re so much a part of the national mythology of the United States, our own extraordinary construction project. And I’m so grateful today to be part of this project in helping create greater connectivity here in Peru. And so this is an exciting day in our partnership: The United States will support the City of Lima as it develops the new passenger train line that’s going to connect downtown to the eastern suburbs. The Caltrain rail system in California, as you’ve heard already, will contribute more than a hundred high-quality railcars and engines, and American companies will provide over 50 percent of the services for this project and the supplies for the project, from signaling equipment to railroad tracks to engineering and design expertise.

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The country I live in is on fire with millions of acres destroyed and thousands of people evacuated. This is potentially the 2nd time in 4 years that people will loose everything they have (as the 2019 Canadian wildfires were also horrendous). Millions are suffering displacement, homelessness, and health risks due to the wildfires across the country. I live in British Columbia and I remember 2019. This is so much worse. The ENTIRE country is pretty much on fire.

And what do the people of the U.S.A immediately say? “Blame Canada!” “We need to invade them bc clearly something is wrong up there” “Canada fucking sucks!” “Ugh, here is my Timelapse of how smokey the sky is, but apparently it will be gone in 2 days.”

Well Americans aren’t the ones who have to deal with the LITERAL GIANT FIRES SCORCHING THEIR NEIGHBOURHOODS AND FORESTS! They don’t have to pack up everything they own and hope, JUST HOPE, they come back and their homes aren’t burnt to the ground. They don’t have to hope their communities aren’t entirely destroyed. They don’t have to worry if their friends, families, and animals are okay. They are not the ones trapped due to roads being closed and heavy debris falling as the fires become uncontrollable. And they only seem to care when it is them on fire. But if another country is? They don’t fucking bat an eye, and yet the rest of the world helps them when they are in need.

So instead of complaining Americans, how about you fucking help for once? We are thankful you sent some of your firefighters to help us, but in the grand scheme of things, this isn’t enough. The U.S.A as a country is the 2nd biggest C02 producer in the world, which heavily contributes to the worsening of climate change, hence the wildfires. But Americans seem to forget this little fact. They forget that their politics and their environmental policies have literally fucked the rest of the world. So stop being so fucking selfish and actually help for once by contacting your local, state, and federal government(s). Stop voting for absolute idiots that want climate change to worsen so their pockets can be filled. Help by spreading information that will help those impacted, volunteer if you can, and maybe consider donating if you have the means. Or at least have some goddamn compassion and sympathy.

Here are some ways you can help:

• United Way for the Northwest Territories

All money donated goes to those affected by the wildfires in the NWT. Every donation is matched by the Federal Canadian and NWT governments.

• The Canadian Red Cross

All donations go towards those most impacted by wildfires across the Canadian Maritimes "with immediate and ongoing relief, recovery and resilience efforts in response to the wildfires, as well as supporting community preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events within Atlantic Canada”. The Federal Canadian and Nova Scotia provincial government have committed to matching each $1 donation to become $3.

• Donate A Mask

This organization ships free N95 respirator equivalent masks across Canada to those affected by the wildfires and for those who cannot afford high-quality and high-grade medical masks.

• Firefighters Without Borders

Firefighters Without Borders is a organization based in Ontario that provides equipment and training to local firefighters and communities across Canada. This helps in fighting current and future wildfires and promotes prevention. It also supports local firefighters to host and provide equipment to international firefighters when Canada needs assistance.

• Odawa Native Friendship Centre

The Odawa Native Friendship Centre is an organization serving the Ottawa-Carleton region in Ontario by helping Indigenous peoples that have had to evacuate their homes due to the wildfires. They accept money donations and usually accept clothing donations as well, but they are not taking clothing items at this time.

• The Central Okanagan Food Bank BC Wildfires Emergency Food Relief Fund

This organization donates much needed food to those impacted by the wildfires who are currently facing food insecurity. They have expanded to helping the entire province as the wildfires have spread.

For more information and to stay up to date:

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BOOKS I READ IN 2023 Here's what I read in 2023. What has now become an annual tradition of sorts!

An unusual year in reading for me. The first half of the year was very slow, and I mostly finished two long books I've been trying to finish for years by William Morris and Robert Musil. Then the PSAC strike, and more time to read. After that, I made a reading plan and stuck to it, trying to read every day at least a chapter of a book on the list. I also ended up re-reading several books this year - transcribing notes at first, I ended up going over the entire book a second time. I also tried to take extensive notes on every new book. I also snuck a few theses I read onto the list - it feels weird not to include a several hundred page work I went over with a fine-toothed comb. Mostly academic books, germane to my own research and writing, but some strong forays into topics I don't normally think about much. Plus some genuinely good 'amateur' history, too.

Re-reads are marked by a plus sign and my most enjoyable or interesting reads are marked with an asterisk.

First Row:

Jesper Vaczy Kragh, Lobotomy Nation: The History of Psychosurgery and Psychiatry in Denmark (2021)

William Morris, The Well at the World's End (1896, Ballantine edition 1975)

Robert Musil, translated by Sophie Wilkins, The Man Without Qualities (1930, Picador edition 2017)*

Gavin Walker, ed., The Red Years: Theory, Politics, and Aesthetics in the Japanese ’68 (2020)*

Garrett Felber, Those Who Know Don't Say: The Nation of Islam, the Black Freedom Movement, and the Carceral State (2020) *

Robin Jarvis Brownlie, A Fatherly Eye: Indian Agents, Government Power, and Aboriginal Resistance in Ontario, 1918-1939 (2003)

Second Row:

Steve Hewitt, Riding to the Rescue: The Transformation of the RCMP in Alberta and Saskatchewan, 1914-1939 (2006)

Maeve McMahon, The Persistent Prison?: Rethinking Decarceration and Penal Reform (1989)+

Rebecca McLennan, The Crisis of Imprisonment: Protest, Politics, and the Making of the American Penal State, 1776–1941 (2007)+

Anne Guérin, Prisonniers en révolte: Quotidien carcéral, mutineries et politique pénitentiaire en France (2013)+

Anson Rabinbach, The Eclipse of the Utopias of Labor (2018)

Scott Thompson & Gary Genosko, Punched Drunk: Alcohol, Surveillance and the LCBO, 1927-1975 (2009)

Third Row:

Erin Durham, "In Pursuit of Reform, Whether Convict or Free: Prison Labor Reform in Maryland in the early Twentieth Century." (2018 thesis)

Chester Himes, Yesterday Will Make You Cry (1998)*

Harvey Swados, Standing Fast: A Novel (1971, 2013 Open Road edition)

Charles Upchurch, "Beyond the Law": The Politics of Ending the Death Penalty for Sodomy in Britain (2021)

Barry Godfrey, David J. Cox & Helen Johnston, Penal Servitude: Convicts and Long-Term Imprisonment, 1853–1948 (2022)

W.J. Forsythe, Penal Discipline, Reformatory Projects And The English Prison Commission, 1895-1939 (1991)

Fourth Row:

Neal A. Palmer, To the Dark Cells: Prisoner Resistance and Protest in Nineteenth-Century Britain (2008)

Frances H. Simon, Prisoners' Work and Vocational Training (1999)

Meera Nanda, Science In Saffron: Skeptical Essays On History of Science (2016)*

Gene Wolfe, The Book of the New Sun (four volumes, 1980-1983, Folio Society edition 2021)+

David J. Rothman, Conscience and Convenience: The Asylum and Its Alternatives in Progressive America (2002)+

Kathryn Cooper, "The Infamous Convict Museum Ship Success : an Archaeological Investigation of Material Culture and Identity Formation Processes." (2014 thesis)

Fifth row:

Barry M. Gough, Gunboat Frontier: British Maritime Authority and Northwest Coast Indians, 1846-1890 (1984)

Edward Jones-Imhotep, The Unreliable Nation: Hostile Nature and Technological Failure in the Cold War (2017)*

Larry A. Glassford, Reaction and Reform: The Politics of the Conservative Party under R.B. Bennett, 1927-1938 (1992)

Don Nerbas, Dominion of Capital: The Politics of Big Business and the Crisis of the Canadian Bourgeoisie, 1914-1947 (2013)

James Naylor, The Fate of Labour Socialism: The Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and the Dream of a Working-Class Future (2016)

Michael Martin, The Red Patch: Political imprisonment in Hull, Quebec during World War 2 (2007)

Sixth Row:

Ruán O'Donnell, Special Category: The IRA in English Prisons, Vol. 1: 1968-1978 (2012)*

Ruán O'Donnell, Special Category: The IRA in English Prisons, Vol. 2: 1978-1985 (2015)*

Cheryl D. Hicks, Talk with You Like a Woman: African American Women, Justice, and Reform in New York, 1890-1935 (2010)*

Clarence Jefferson Hall, A Prison in the Woods: Environment and Incarceration in New York's North Country (2020)

Scott Thompson, "Consequences of Categorization: National Registration, Surveillance and Social Control in Wartime Canada, 1939-1946." (2013 thesis)

H.V. Nelles, The Politics of Development: Forests, Mines, and Hydro-Electric Power in Ontario, 1849-1941 (2005)+

Seventh row:

Chief Thomas Fiddler & James R. Stevens, Killing the Shamen (1985)

Ashley Johnson Bavery, Bootlegged Aliens: Immigration Politics on America's Northern Border (2020)

Patrick Brode, Dying for a Drink: How a Prohibition Preacher Got Away with Murder (2018)

Hamish Maxwell-Stewart & Michael Quinlan, Unfree Workers: Insubordination and Resistance in Convict Australia, 1788-1860 (2022)*

Victor Serge, translated by Ralph Manheim, Last Times (1946, 2022 NYRB edition)

Christopher Cauldwell, Studies in a Dying Culture (1938)

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OF GENERAL DUTIES OF ADMIRALS.

ADMIRAL, (amiral, Fr.) an officer of the first rank and command in the fleet, and who is distinguished by a flag displayed at his main-top-mast-head. Also an officer who superintends the naval forces of a nation, and who is authorized to determine in all maritime causes.

The origin and denomination of this important office, which seems to have been established in most countries that border on the sea, have given rise to a great variety of opinions. Some have borrowed them from the Greek, others from the Arabic, while a third sort, with greater probability, derive both the title and dignity from the Saracens. But since no certain conclusions have been deduced from these elaborate researches, and as it rather appears the province of this work to give the reader an idea of the office and duty of an admiral at sea, than to furnish an historical or chronological detail of the rank and power with which admirals have been invested in different nations, we shall contentedly resign this talk to the ingenious lexicographers, who have so repeatedly entertained us with such critical investigations.

The ADMIRAL,, or commander in chief of a squadron, being frequently invested with a great charge, on which the fate of a nation may depend, ought certainly to be possessed of abilities equal to so important a station, and so extensive a command. His squadron is unavoidably exposed to a variety of perplexing situations in a precarious element. A train of dangerous incidents necessarily arise from those situations. The health, order, and discipline of his people are not less the objects of his consideration, than the condition and qualities of his ships. A sudden change of climate, a rand and infectious air, a scarcity or unwholesomeness of provisions may be as pernicious as the former, as tempestuous weather or dangerous navigation to the latter. A lee-shore, and injudicious engagement with an enemy greatly superior, may be equally fatal to both. He ought to have sufficient experience to anticipate all the probable events that may happen to his squadron during an expedition or cruise, and, by consequence, to provide against them. His skill should be able to counteract the various disasters which his squadron may suffer from different causes. His vigilance and presence of mind are necessary to seize every favourable opportunity that his situation may offer to prosecute his principal design; to extricate himself from any difficulty or distress; to check unfortunate events in the beginning, and retard the progress of any great calamity. He should be endued with resolution and fortitude to animate his officers by force of example, and promote a sense of emulation in those who are under his command, as well to improve any advantage, as to frustrate or defeat the efforts of his ill fortune.

The most essential part of his duty, however, appears to be military conduct. As soon as the squadron under his command shall put to sea, he is to form it into the proper order of battle, called the LINE. In this arrangement his is to make a judicious distribution of strength from the van to the rear, throwing the principal force into the centre, to resist the impression of the enemy's fleet; which might otherwise, at some favourable opportunity, break through his line, and throw the van and rear into confusion.

A competent knowledge of the seas, weather, and reigning winds, of the coast or region where he is stationed, is also requisite, as it will greatly facilitate his plans on the enemy. It will enable him to avoid being improperly embayed, where he might be surprised in a disadvantageous situation; and to judge whether it will be most expedient to attack his adversary, or lie prepared to receive his assault. When his squadron is forced by stress of weather, or otherwise, to take shelter in a road or bay, it will likewise suggest the necessary conduct of keeping a sufficient number of cruisers at sea, to bring him early intelligence, that he may be ready to cut or slip the cables when they shall be too much hurried to weigh their anchors.

As the forming a complete, strong, and uniform line is a very material article in naval war, the admiral ought frequently to arrange the squadron under his command into this order, that the inferior officers may observe to bring their ships, with great dexterity and alertness, into their several stations, and maintain the regularity of the line when they tack, veer, or sail abreast.

When the admiral intends a descent on an enemy's coast, or other attack which may be attended with complicated and unforeseen incidents, his orders should be delivered or drawn up with the greatest accuracy and precision: they should be simple, perspicuous, direct, and comprehensive; they should collect a number of objects into one point of view, and foreseeing the effects of success or defeat, appoint the proper measures to be adopted in either event. History and experience confirm the necessity of this observation, and present us with a variety of disasters that have happened on such occasions, merely by a deficiency in this material article. In the commanding officer, inattention, barrenness of expedient or a circumscribed view of the necessary effects of his enterprize, may be equally pernicious. And general orders ought to be utterly free from pedantry and perplexity, which always betray a false start and confused imagination, besides the probability of producing many fatal consequences.

When an admiral shall conquer in battle, he should endeavour to improve his victory, by pushing the acquired advantages as far as prudence directs; a conduct that merits his attention as much as any in the action! When he shall be defeated, he ought to embrace every opportunity of saving as many of his ships as possible, and endeavour principally to assist those which have been disabled. In short, it is his duty to avail himself of every practicable expedient rather than sink under his misfortune, and suffer himself to become an easy prey to an enemy.

He should be sufficiently acquainted with civil law, to judge with propriety of the proceedings of courts-martial, and to correct the errors, and restrain the abuses which may happen therein by mistake, ignorance, or inattention.

As secret treaties, propositions, or schemes of the enemy, may occasionally be submitted to his inspection, or fall into his possession by capture; and which it might be improper to discover to any person near him, he ought to have a competent knowledge of the modern languages, or at least those of the countries against whom his military operations are directed, to be able to comprehend with facility the full scope and purport of such papers.

He ought to be well versed in geometry, so as to be capable of ordering proper and correct surveys of unknown coasts, roads, or harbours to be made, and to judge of their accuracy, and detect their errors. To ascertain the situation and longitude of different places, he should be also sufficiently skilled in astronomy and the method of taking observations, which indeed is essentially necessary to the profession of a sea-officer, although too much neglected.

By his instructions the admiral is likewise to assist at all councils of war that relate to naval affairs: to visit, as often as convenient, the other ships of his squadron: to enquire particularly into their condition, and observe the men mustered, taking care that no supernumeraries are born on the books. He is directed to acquaint the secretary of the marine with all his proceedings relative to the service; and to attend him, on his return home, with an account of his voyage or expedition, and to deliver a copy of his journal.

Much more might be observed on this occasion. It appears however by the general outline which we have sketched, that the office and duty of an admiral requires greater skill and more comprehensive abilities that is generally supposed necessary to the command of a naval armament. And that he ought to be duly qualified to assist the councils of government, and enter into the enlarged system of protecting his country from an invasion by sea, or of mediating a descent on an enemy's coast; as well as to improve navigation, and open new channels of commerce.

Vice-ADMIRAL, (vice-amiral, Fr.) the officer next in rank and command to the admiral; his flag is displayed at the fore-top-mast-head.

Rear-ADMIRAL, (contre- amiral, lieutenant general des armees navales, Fr.) the officer next in rank and command to the vice-admiral, and who carries his flag at the mizen-top-mast-head.

Source: Naval History and Heritage Command

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Introduction –

In the vast expanse of the maritime industry, where opportunities stretch as far as the horizon, finding the right path can be like navigating uncharted waters. This is where a reputable Maritime Training Institute in India becomes the guiding star for aspiring mariners, offering a beacon of knowledge, information, skills, and opportunities.

The School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University is the right educational institution for individuals wishing to pursue a career in the maritime industry. Explore the world of the Indian Maritime Training Institute at the School of Maritime Studies, where careers are built and dreams come true.

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One of the leading names in maritime education is in India is the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University. Renowned for its commitment to quality education, excellence and practical training this institution has earned its reputation as a premier Maritime Training Institute in India, shaping the future of mariners for years.

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3) Centurion University: Fostering Maritime Talent –

As a prominent player in the field of higher education, the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University recognizes the importance of maritime education in India's growth as a maritime nation. The university prepares aspiring mariners not just for jobs but for fulfilling and rewarding careers in the maritime sector.

Through its Maritime Training Institute in India, the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University focuses on experiential learning and industry collaboration, offering a range of programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of the industry. From diploma courses in nautical science to degree programs in marine engineering, the university provides students with the tools they need to thrive in the competitive maritime landscape. The university's state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty further enhance the learning experience, making it a preferred choice among maritime aspirants.

4) Maritime Education: A Gateway to Success –

For those considering a career in the maritime industry, investing in quality education is the first step towards success. A Maritime Training Institute in India like the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University offers the perfect blend of academic rigor and practical training, setting students on the path to a fulfilling career at sea.

The School of Maritime Studies, Centurion University integrates classroom instruction with real-world simulations and on-the-job training opportunities. Through a combination of classroom lectures, hands-on exercises, and industry internships, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the maritime sector and develop the necessary skills to excel in their chosen field.

Whether aspiring to be deck officers, marine engineers, or naval architects, the institute provides the necessary tools and resources to turn aspirations into reality. Students have access to ship simulators, engine rooms, and training vessels, where they can apply their theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios. This hands-on approach not only enhances learning but also prepares students for the challenges they will face in their future careers.

5) Industry Collaboration: Bridging the Gap –

One of the hallmarks of a reputable Maritime Training Institute in India is its collaboration with the industry. Through strong partnerships with leading shipping companies, port authorities, maritime organizations, and research institutions, institutes like the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University ensure that their curriculum remains relevant and up-to-date with industry standards.

These partnerships provide students with valuable insights into industry trends, practices, and technologies. By bridging the gap between education and employment, these collaborations also open doors to internships, job placements, and networking opportunities, giving students a head start in their maritime careers.

Conclusion –

As the maritime industry continues to evolve, the demand for skilled professionals is on the rise. A quality education from a reputable Maritime Training Institute in India like the School of Maritime Studies at Centurion University is the key to unlocking a world of opportunities in this dynamic field. By providing a blend of academic excellence, practical training, industry collaboration, and global exposure, these institutes empower aspiring mariners to chart their course towards a successful and fulfilling career at sea.

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China 'will soon be the largest air force in the world', says head of INDOPACOM

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 03/31/2024 - 18:56in Military

It has been known and publicly recognized for several years that China has surpassed the U.S. Navy in a large number of warships. But in a recent testimony at the Capitol, the head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) suggested that China may also soon have the largest air force in the world, a surprising assessment of its rapid modernization efforts.

“The largest Navy in the world, which will soon be the largest Air Force in the world,” said Navy Admiral John C. Aquilino, referring to the People's Liberation Army (PLA), before the Senate Armed Services Committee on March 21. "The magnitude, scope and scale of this security challenge cannot be underestimated, everyone would be challenged."

A spokesman for INDOPACOM confirmed that Aquilino was referring to the number of warplanes that the armed forces of each country have.

In its 2023 report on Chinese military power, the Pentagon noted that the PLA Air Force and Navy combined have more than 3,150 aircraft in total, not counting training variants and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The U.S. Air Force, in comparison, is in its smallest size in years, but still has about 4,000 non-coaching and non-drone aircraft. This adds to several thousand others in the Navy, the Marine Corps and the Army.

Experts from air power and China have expressed doubts that China would imminently overtake the U.S. in military aircraft. However, they highlighted the significant increase in China's global production capacity in recent years, specifically for its state-of-the-art fighters.

"The J-20 is now being produced in about 100 fuselages per year," said Daniel Rice, an expert on China's military and political strategy at the Krulak Center for Innovation and Future Warfare. "This is purely for local consumption, to provide the PLA Air Force with copies of the J-20. If you look at the production capacity, the F-35, about 135 fuselages per year, but 60 to 70 of these fuselages go to allies and partners."

Rice noted, however, that the J-20 and F-35 should not be compared individually.

“They have different sets of missions and capabilities,” Rice added. "We like to say that the J-20 is approximately a 4.5 generation aircraft because there are different definitions of 'generations' between China and the US."

This evaluation of quality versus quantity also comes into play when comparing the naval fleets of the two countries, while experts argue that, although China may have more ships and submarines, the tonnage of the U.S. naval fleet exceeds that of China in a ratio of 2 to 1, due to the larger size of U.S. ships.

On the air side, China is accelerating the production of the J-16, J-10 and also its maritime variants. The J-16, a multifunctional fighter, has more than 100 fuselages produced annually, while the production of the J-10 is around less than 40 fuselages per year. But again, the J-10C is not exactly the F-15EX of the USAF, but rather "the low-end or high-low mixture of this version," said Rice.

However, if the production rate increases as planned, China could overtake the US in the production of its latest fighter planes. Rice noted that the development of a national engine by China and the reduction of dependence on engines manufactured in Russia accelerated the production of combat aircraft.

J-11 combat jets.

“With the engines of the WS-10 and WS-15 series, China was able to produce a credible and reliable engine for its combat aircraft, namely J-10C and J-20,” Rice said. "Since this change in the supply chain, and together with the increase in the production capacity of their fuselages, we have seen different production facilities, such as Shenyang Aircraft Corporation and Chengdu Aircraft Corporation, increase the size of their production facilities in anticipation of higher yields."

Regional influence is another consideration when comparing the size of the fleets. In his separate written testimony to legislators, Aquilino stated that the PLA Air Force and Navy combined constitute "the largest aviation forces in the Indo-Pacific". Although the US must maintain its superiority in the long term, China's regional dominance carries strategic concerns, especially in a scenario where it tries to take Taiwan by force.

“China doesn't need tankers, because it just doesn't have to go that far,” said J. Michael Dahm, from the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies. "China does not need a Global Hawk that can fly for more than 24 hours. Maybe you just need drones, older and more adapted aircraft that can fly 160 kilometers through the Taiwan Strait on a one-way trip."

U.S. air power is also spread all over the world, with missions in Europe, the Middle East and the country.

And although the report on China's military power has excluded drones from their aircraft count, they may play a crucial role in future assessments of the projection of military power. China is also modernizing on this front, with the recent introduction of the Xianglong jet UAS, the supersonic WZ-8 and the redesigned GJ-11 stealth Manned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV).

Stealth combat drone GJ-11 Sharp Sword.

"At a time when we are increasingly concerned about artificial intelligence, I would say that when we start counting unmanned aircraft, it may also quickly tilt the scale in favor of China,” Dahm said.

Source: Air & Space Forces Magazine

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For the budding sailor or seafarer in your life, choosing a gift that reflects their passion and combines practicality and fun can be a delightful challenge. Choosing a nautical-themed gift is a fun idea but can be overwhelming, especially considering the varying experience levels among sailors.

Whether your recipient dreams of their first nautical adventure or is already charting a course toward the open seas, we have compiled an extensive list of fun, thoughtful, and functional presents for budding captains. Choosing a gift for a Christmas present, birthday gift, or “just because” should be a little easier with this inspiration.

1. RYA Courses and Gift Vouchers

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If you’re unsure which course to choose, gift vouchersprovide flexibility, allowing recipients to select a program that aligns with their interests and skill levels. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to expand their expertise, there’s an option for every aspiring sailor.

And if they’re already experienced, don’t worry—we’ve got more ideas for them further on in the list!

2. Sailing-Inspired Clothing

Outfit them for the elements with high-quality sailing apparel. Henri Lloyd and Musto are known for their durable and stylish gear, which is perfect for seafarers. The MPX GTX Pro Offshore Jacket for men and the BR1 Solent Jacket for women provide exceptional weather protection and comfort. Finisterre’s eco-friendly clothing line combines practicality with environmental consciousness for a more sustainable option.

For those in the UK, a trip to the Musto outlet at Gunwharf could yield great deals and a picturesque shopping experience. Bonus: it’s also an excellent chance to check out some of the boats and yachts docked in the marina.

3. Nautical Timepieces

Time and tide wait for no sailor, but a reliable watch ensures they’ll always stay on schedule.

If they are a techy gadget fan, then the Garmin Qantix 7 is a cutting-edge smartwatch equipped with tidal data, GPS, and sailing-specific features.

For those seeking a more straightforward option, the Optimum Time Series 14 Sailing Watch offers durability, precision, and rechargeability at a more affordable price. Both options are ideal for timekeeping on the water.

4. Tech Toys for the Adventurous

If the person you are buying for is a bit of a tech lover, how about enhancing any future sailing adventures with fun but innovative gadgets?

First, we have the Kestrel 5000 Weather Meter. This is an invaluable tool for monitoring weather conditions with precision, which is essential for planning safe trips.

For something a bit simpler but equally practical, a waterproof phone case allows users to use their iPhone or smartphone screen while still keeping it safe from water damage and accidental drops into the sea. These practical tools are perfect for tech-savvy sailors looking to enhance their on-water experience.

5. Super Sailing Books

Books are a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration for sailors. For technical learning, The Complete Yachtmaster by Tom Cunliffe is an essential guide for mastering sailing skills.

For a dose of adventure, Eric Newby's The Last Grain Race captures the spirit of maritime exploration.

For lighthearted fun, The Nautical Puzzle Book from the National Maritime Museum offers engaging challenges for all ages.

6. Sailing Swag For Boaties

These thoughtful (if slightly fancy) items will add a touch of style and practicality to their sailing experience. A couple of options include a leather-bound logbook, which is perfect for recording voyages and adds a sophisticated touch to their gear.

Meanwhile, a dry bag from Cornish brand C-Skins ensures spare clothes and essentials stay dry, even during the wettest adventures.

7. Sea Faring Decor

Bring the nautical spirit home with decor inspired by life at sea. A traditional ship’s bell adds charm and authenticity, while a rope doorstop combines functionality with maritime flair. A tide clock is both a practical and stylish addition to any sailor’s home, keeping them connected to the rhythms of the sea.

8. Skin Saving For Post-Sailing Recovery

Help them recover from the harsh effects of sun, wind, and saltwater with a selection of premium skincare products. Starting with the always decadent L’Occitane Hand Cream. This soothes dry hands but looks stylish and easy to pop in any sailing jacket pocket.

Meanwhile, no matter the weather, sun protection should be high on any skipper’s agenda. This La Roche-Posay Sunscreen provides essential sun protection, is great for sensitive skin, and is revered worldwide for its efficacy.

Finally, Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is a reliable choice for a face that needs hydration and repair from sea air and spray. It is unscented, perfect for dry skin, and looks great on any bathroom shelf.

9. Ahoy there, Captain!

No gift list is complete without a bit of light-hearted fun. The classic captain’s hat is a playful nod to nautical life and makes an ideal stocking filler or an imaginative way to wrap up a more significant gift, such as a course voucher or gadget.

Whether they wear it as a joke during Christmas dinner or to channel their inner skipper during birthday celebrations, this hat adds a humorous and relaxed touch to the celebrations.

It’s a simple, cheeky gift bound to raise a smile from aspiring captains and seasoned sailors alike.

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, a birthday, or simply want to surprise the sea-lover in your life, these ideas offer the perfect mix of practicality, charm, and fun. With gifts ranging from essential training courses to whimsical keepsakes, there’s something here for every kind of sailor. So, set sail on your gift-giving journey and make waves with a present they’ll truly treasure!

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