LINER TRADE CHARACTERISTICS
Liner conference A group of two or more vessel operating carrier which provide international liner service for the carriage of…
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UNIT 2 , LINER SERVICE, TRAMP SERVICES, CLEARING AND FORWARDING AGENTS (C&F), SHIPPING AGENCIES
Shipping services can be primarily classified into two categories first is liner services and second is tramp services. Liner service…
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PLANNED MAINTENANCE SYSTEM:
Planned Maintenance System: Inspection and maintenance of the ship and equipment; purpose of PMS; types of PMS. Hatch Covers Types…
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PAINT FAILURES & DEFECTS
Paint failures or defects can occur due to various reasons, including poor or insufficient steelwork preparation, inadequate application techniques, or…
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PAINT APPLICATION
Paint application is a critical step in ensuring the effectiveness of the protective properties of the paint. Here are some…
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PREPARING SURFACE FOR PAINTING
Preparing a surface for painting is an essential part of general ship maintenance. Here are the steps involved in preparing…
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF SHIP AND EQUIPMENT
Items to cover include Hull, Bulkheads, DBs, Deep and Peak tanks, Bilges, Pipelines, Rudders, Anchors, Cables, Davits, Safety Equipment, Derricks…
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Precautions to Take During Loading and Discharging of Heavy Lifts
Loading and discharging heavy lifts require careful consideration and adherence to safety measures. Conducting a risk assessment prior to commencing…
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Heavy Lift: Effects on Seaworthiness and Ship Stability
Introduction: A seaworthy ship refers to a vessel capable of transporting cargo from one place to another without any danger…
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The international maritime dangerous goods (IMDG) code.
WHY AND OBJECTIVE The International Maritime Dangerous Goods or IMDG Code was adopted in 1965 as per the SOLAS (Safety…
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