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Building Your Personal Brand Through Social Media: Ishika Chopra to Join DMET Club’s Sunday Citadel
In today's digital world, a professional identity goes beyond a CV, job title or workplace. Social media has become a powerful platform to showcase skills, share experiences, build meaningful connections and create new opportunities.

DMET Cadets
Sep 102 min read


1st Mariners Cricket Match: A Celebration of Cricket, Camaraderie and the Mariners’ Spirit
Relive the 1st Mariners Cricket Match 2026 by DMET Club, bringing Engine and Deck Mariners together for cricket, camaraderie, friendship and fraternity.

DMET Cadets
Sep 73 min read


Air Compressor: Working Principle, Types, Applications, Construction, Safety Devices and Maintenance
An air compressor is an important auxiliary machine in a ship’s engine room. It takes atmospheric air, compresses it, and increases its pressure. Compressed air is mainly used for starting the main and auxiliary engines, operating control and automation systems, pneumatic tools, and other shipboard services.

DMET Cadets
Sep 416 min read


Marine Boiler Mountings: Complete Guide for Marine Engineers & MEO Class 4
Learn about marine boiler mountings, safety valves, gauge glasses, alarms, trips, blowdown, soot blowers, and drum level control with simple explanations for MEO Class IV candidates.

DMET Cadets
Aug 2914 min read


Sunday Citadel: What Recruiters Really Look For — How to Get Into a Top Ship Management Company?
The maritime industry is evolving rapidly, and so are the expectations of leading ship management companies. For young marine engineers and seafarers, getting into a top ship management organisation is no longer just about having good academic marks or completing the required certifications. It is about competence, attitude, integrity, adaptability, safety consciousness, and the ability to grow into a responsible maritime professional. For this edition of DMET Club’s Sunday C

DMET Cadets
Aug 294 min read


Cylinder Liner Wear Limits & Inspection: Complete Marine Engineering Guide for MEO Class 4
Learn cylinder liner wear limits, bore measurement, ovality, cold corrosion, honing, wear rate calculation and inspection procedures for marine two-stroke engines and MEO Class 4 exams.

DMET Cadets
Aug 2410 min read


DMET Club & Tara Devi Group Hosts an Exclusive Round Table Conference for Varanasi's Medical Fraternity
The Special Round Table Conference hosted by DMET Club in association with Tara Devi Group concluded on a highly successful note in Varanasi, bringing together 30+ of the city's leading doctors, hospital owners, and high-net-worth professionals for an exclusive evening focused on premium investment opportunities in Shimla and Kufri. Curated exclusively for the medical fraternity, the conference showcased thoughtfully designed investment opportunities tailored to the unique as

DMET Cadets
Jul 72 min read


Downtown Kufri — A Dream Rooted in Brotherhood, Mountains & Legacy
3D-Render for Downtown Kufri Studios, Real Would Be Much More Beautiful Some projects are launched for business.Some are launched for profits. But some projects are born from relationships, legacy, and a deep emotional connection with a community. Downtown Kufri is one such story. As someone who has spent years building DMET Club and interacting with thousands of maritime professionals across the world (DMET CLUB as of today is 50,000+ Strong Maritime Professionals), I have a

Prateek Khanna
Jun 15 min read


Why Naubatpur is the Next Gurgaon of Bihar: An Investment Analysis
History has a way of repeating itself, especially in real estate. The saturation of major city centers inevitably pushes development to the periphery. This phenomenon creates "Satellite Cities", new growth corridors that offer exponential returns to early investors.

DMET Cadets
Feb 154 min read


Back to the Hostel Days: Why Your Next Neighbor Should Be a Batchmate
DMET-MERI Metro City, located in Dariyapur-Naubatpur, Greater Patna, is built on a philosophy unique in the Indian market. It is described as "A Sacred Heaven Near Patna" because it is designed exclusively for us, the alumni of DMET/MERI (IMU Kolkata).

DMET Cadets
Feb 94 min read


How Mariners Realty Leverages the DMET Alumni Network for Exclusive Property Deals
This isn't just another story about networking. It's a deep dive into how a specialized real estate company is tapping into the social capital of a powerful alumni group to create a defensible, and highly effective, business niche. By understanding the unique culture, needs, and financial lifecycle of maritime professionals, Mariners Realty is doing more than just selling properties; it's building a trusted ecosystem for a community that spans the globe.

DMET Cadets
Dec 2, 20256 min read


Fatigue Failure Explained: Causes, Mechanisms, and Recognition
Disclaimer: Series Sponsored by DMET Club, Yugen Infra & DMECA Fatigue failure is a critical concern in materials science and engineering, particularly for components subjected to cyclic or fluctuating stresses. Unlike static loading failures, fatigue failures can occur at stress levels significantly below a material's ultimate tensile strength, making them particularly insidious. This blog delves into the intricacies of fatigue failure, exploring its causes, mechanisms, reco

Team Dmet Club
Apr 28, 20255 min read


A Movement That Matters: Empowering DMETian Families Through Education and Opportunity
Dear DMET Family, Today, I write with immense pride, a full heart, and a deep sense of purpose. After months of effort, countless...

Prateek Khanna
Apr 19, 20254 min read


✊ A Call for Dignity, Humanity, and Reform — In Solidarity with Every Seafarer
This heartfelt and timely blog has been initiated by Anil Deswal Sir , a proud alumnus of DMET, Class of 1995, Roll Number 4268. As the...

Prateek Khanna
Apr 16, 202519 min read


The Sea is His Story: The Inspiring Voyage of DMETian Manish Prashant (DMET Class of 2004)
“Leadership is not about a title or designation. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration.” – Robin Sharma In the maritime (our)...

Prateek Khanna
Apr 9, 20255 min read


Mohit Madhav: From Engine Control Room to Classroom – Empowering the Next Wave of Marine Engineers
In the world of merchant shipping, few individuals manage to balance the hands-on expertise of sea life with the patience and vision of...

Prateek Khanna
Apr 7, 20253 min read


🎬 An Exclusive Invitation to DMET USA Members for the Red-Carpet Screening of DAM999 in Houston 🌊
Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025 Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM Venue: Star Cinema Grill Richmond/Katy, 22125 FM 1093, Richmond, Houston, TX...

Team Dmet Club
Apr 4, 20253 min read


Singapore Diaries – Part 1: A Missed Update from India
(Trivia: DMET Club & MarineX is a thriving community of over 38,000 maritime professionals and decision-makers, making it together one of...

Prateek Khanna
Mar 31, 20257 min read


When Brotherhood Hurts: A Reflection from Singapore
Death has always disturbed me. I guess it disturbs everyone, but for some of us, it leaves a lingering ache—a silent echo that refuses to...

Prateek Khanna
Mar 30, 20253 min read


A Legacy Rekindled: Commodore Ashok Bhal, VSM (Retd) – A Visionary’s Voyage at DMET(IMU) Kolkata
It was the kind of crisp December morning in 2018 that made you tuck your hands deep into your pockets, the Kolkata air tinged with...

Harsh Sinha
Mar 18, 202510 min read
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