What is Thalassocracy?

The rise and collapse of civilizations throughout human history have frequently been correlated with the spots where they resided. There are, however, also amazing tales of supremacy and strength that go beyond the confines of the land and extend their influence throughout the wide reaches of the sea. The thalassocracy concept which refers to maritime…

World Ocean Day

In chambers deep, Where waters sleep, What unknown treasures pave the floor.   -Edward Young   Two movements in the grand symphony of existence on Earth reverberate annually, reminding us of our responsibility as guardians of the planet Earth. Two widely observed holidays—World Environment Day on June 5 and World Ocean Day on June 8—draw…

Green Hydrogen: Energy of Future

Global warming is like a lousy houseguest – it is so loud and indecent that it won’t go away. However, thanks to the scientists acting and working like heroes in DC Comics, there’s hope on the horizon, which comes in the form of green hydrogen. This renewable energy source is like the kryptonite we never…

The Story of Marmara Sea (So Far)

The exquisite panorama of Turkey would be difficult to envision without the Marmara Sea’s sparkling waves. Having its connection to the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea, the Sea of Marmara has a significant strategic value for Turkey. Here are some details about the Marmara Sea. ETYMOLOGY AND HISTORY OF MARMARA SEA Although the sea takes…

Maritime Novels

How do you recall? Was it love at first sight or a penchant built up over time? For many of us, to see the water is, naturally, to cross a border. Lucky ones are born on the riverbank, some others on the seashore. Some like to see it on vacation, some feel wistful on high…

Submarine Earthquakes and Tsunamis

On 6th February, at 04.43, time stopped. The dread wandering inside the brain cells of Anatolian people had emerged during the nightmare. Sadly, once again, mother nature reminded disastrous impulse. Our hearts are still with the earthquake victims of Turkey and Syria.   Even though it is impossible to predict when earthquakes occur, in the…