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Category: Cargo handling

Limitations of Explosives on Passenger ships

Posted on February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 By admin No Comments on Limitations of Explosives on Passenger ships
Limitations of Explosives on Passenger ships

For the purpose of stowage of dangerous goods IMDG Code divides the ships into two groups 1. cargo ships or passenger ships carrying a number of passengers limited to not more than 25 or to 1 passenger per 3 m of overall length, whichever is the greater number;2. other passenger ships in which the limiting…

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Ro-Ro Ships

Posted on February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 By admin No Comments on Ro-Ro Ships
Ro-Ro Ships

    The roll-on/roll-off ship is one of the most successful types operating today. Its flexibility, ability to integrate with other transport systems and speed of operation have made  it  extremely popular on many shipping routes. The roll-on/roll-off ship is defined in the November 1995 amendments to Chapter II-1 of the International Convention for the Safety…

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HEAVY LIFT CARGOES

Posted on February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 By admin No Comments on HEAVY LIFT CARGOES
HEAVY LIFT CARGOES

Heavy Lift – Cargo heavier than the SWL of the vessels gear. It cannot be lifted by the ship’s gear in the normal mode and requires special rigging.Due care should be exercised during planning the stow, loading and securing so that the safety of the personnel, cargo and vessel is not jeopardized Planning the stow…

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Carriage of Timber Cargo

Posted on January 24, 2026January 24, 2026 By admin No Comments on Carriage of Timber Cargo
Carriage of Timber Cargo

Definitions Timber means sawn wood or lumber, cants, logs, poles, pulpwood and all other types of timber in loose packaged forms but not including wood pulp or similar cargo. Cant means a log that is cut in slabs, so that two opposite or sometimes three sides are flat and the other(s) curved. Timber Deck cargo…

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Refrigerated Cargoes

Posted on January 24, 2026January 24, 2026 By admin No Comments on Refrigerated Cargoes
Refrigerated Cargoes

Refrigerated Cargoes Classes Refrigerated Cargoes can be divided in to three classes. Frozen Cargo: eg. Meat, Butter, Poultry and Fish. These cargoes are carried in a hard frozen state at temperatures around -8 Deg Centgde to -12 Deg Centgde to prevent growth of bacteria. Chilled Cargo: eg. Cheese, eggs and fresh vegetables. Temperatures maintained in…

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Chemical Tanker Cargo

Posted on January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 By admin No Comments on Chemical Tanker Cargo
Chemical Tanker Cargo

Cargoes in chemical tankers A chemical tanker is primarily designed for the carriage of dangerous chemicals in bulk. These chemicals are listed in the IMO Bulk Chemical Codes. In addition to the cargoes listed in the Codes, chemical tankers may carry a variety of other liquid products. Some chemical tankers carry a wide range of…

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🚢 Cargo Calculations on Gas Tankers: A Complete Guide

Posted on December 20, 2025December 20, 2025 By admin No Comments on 🚢 Cargo Calculations on Gas Tankers: A Complete Guide
🚢 Cargo Calculations on Gas Tankers: A Complete Guide

Gas tankers—whether carrying LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) or LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)—transport some of the most complex cargoes in the maritime industry. Unlike crude oil or dry bulk, these cargoes are highly sensitive to temperature, pressure, and density variations, making accurate cargo calculations essential for safety, efficiency, and commercial transparency. 🔹 Why Cargo Calculations Matter…

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Liquefaction

Posted on October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 By admin No Comments on Liquefaction
Liquefaction

Liquefaction – it’s a term used as a ‘catch-all’ phrase to describe at least two moisture-related cargo failure mechanisms. The results, however, are the same – vessel instability and ultimately the vessel sinking. Classical liquefaction Classical liquefaction occurs when moisture between the cargo particles becomes sufficiently pressurised, causing the particles to separate. “Then the cargo…

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Bulk Carrier, Cargo handling

BITUMEN SHIPS – LOADING OPERATION

Posted on March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 By admin No Comments on BITUMEN SHIPS – LOADING OPERATION
BITUMEN SHIPS – LOADING OPERATION

Prior Arrival Port: Pre-Transfer Meeting: Manifold Connection: Heightened level of alertness and caution must be exercised when entering and operating in this area. Adequate level of PPE must be complied with when entering these areas. Before Loading: Loading Operation: Ensure all cargo tanks nominated to load in that particular port is flushed via the suction…

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Bitumen Tanker Discharging Operations

Posted on March 8, 2025March 8, 2025 By admin No Comments on Bitumen Tanker Discharging Operations
Bitumen Tanker Discharging Operations

SFO (Seal Flush oil) Unit: SFO unit is used to heat the cargo pump seals to the required temperature. The function of the seal flush pumps is to circulate seal flush oil (SFO) through the cargo pumps thereby heating up the cargo pump seal space and heat the remaining product in it. The SFO oil…

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