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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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Care,Stowage and Protection of General Cargoes

Posted on January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 By admin No Comments on Care,Stowage and Protection of General Cargoes
Care,Stowage and Protection of General Cargoes

Why stowage plays a important role for cargo handling??? We will discuss the principles of stowage of some important general cargoes.  Stowage of bags  The dunnage must be first laid on the tank top. It should be laid fore and aft if there are drain wells at the after ends. The second tier of dunnage…

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