Cargo Sweat and Ship Sweat
Shipboard cargo damage can occur for several reasons. These include accidents caused by moisture, flooding, or rainwater. Moisture damage, however, is one of the most prevalent causes of cargo damage […]
Merchant Shipping
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What are Stevedores in Shipping?
Ships carry a wide array of goods ranging from foodstuff, machinery, vehicles, oil, gas, and dry goods. At the port, the goods are unloaded from one vessel to the warehouse […]
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NYC’s Annual Tugboat Races
Tugboat races, commonly known as tug races, are competitions among tugs that involve a one-mile-long race among other events. The competitions are held once every year to entertain and educate […]
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Major Ports in Ghana
The sea has always been an important part of human history, and seaports have long been an important part of maritime trade. Seaports are more important than ever today, as […]
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What Is A Lift Boat? The Versatile Marine Workhorses in Offshore Drilling and Construction
There are lots of different types of boats out there, but keeping track of all of them is a pretty daunting task. If you have heard the term ‘lift boat’ […]
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How Are Containers Secured On Ships?
When it comes to transporting goods, containers are a vital part of the process. But just how secure are they while in transit on ships at sea? On the open […]
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What are Hygroscopic and Non-Hygroscopic Cargo?
An important aspect of transporting cargo by ship is the prevention of damage to the cargo and the avoidance of its consequential claims. Because moisture is the source of a […]
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What Are The Types Of Chemical Tankers?
Chemical tankers play a vital role in moving chemical cargo which is normally in liquid form around the world. These vessels carry different types of chemicals that are stowed differently, […]
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What is a Reefer Container?
The shipping industry plays a crucial role in transporting goods from production points to consumers. Some products are perishable and should be preserved before they reach the consumer market. Such […]
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Cargo Hold Ventilation on Ships
The need to provide an efficient cargo hold ventilation system on ships to ensure the quality of transported items is critical. Such a system is required to minimize the formation […]