Global trade is heavily reliant on maritime shipping routes, which play a crucial role in transporting goods across the world. These routes connect major seaports and enable the movement of goods from one continent to another. Over 90% of global trade is conducted through maritime shipping, making it a vital component of the global economy.…
Cargo ships burn between 20 and 400 tons of fuel per day, depending on ship size, speed, and engine type — a large container ship can use as much fuel in a day as roughly 1,000 cars. This guide breaks down real consumption figures by ship type, what drives that number up or down, and…
The shipping industry is one of the most important and complex industries in the world. It is responsible for transporting goods and materials from one place to another. In order to maintain the safety and efficiency of these operations, it is essential to understand the various phenomena that affect ships and their performance. One such…
Cargo ships consume a hefty amount of fuel every day especially when it is under voyage. Hence, it is necessary to plan in advance when and where to take fuel in order to make sure the vessel can still arrive at its port of call. Bunkering is the process of supplying fuel or marine gas…
A major requirement during the carriage of goods at sea is that the carriage should be done in a way that avoids damage to the carrying vessel. Since most solid bulk cargoes are usually heavy high-density cargoes, vessels loading solid bulk cargoes are subject to structural deformation because of uneven weight distribution. Cargo trimming is…
Paperwork is essential to transport and trading, and shipping follows suit. A cargo manifest in shipping is used to keep track of everything, including a list of cargo, passengers, and the route taken by the vessel. It also provides details of the vessel’s crew members and the bill of landing. Goods shipped cannot be offloaded…
To operate the vessel properly, a minimum number of crew members is required. The number varies depending on the factors like the type of vessel, cargo operation, size, local standards, etc. Modern ships can have a crew of 15-25 persons. However, for the last twenty-five years, the number of crew members is being reduced, more…
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 and a major source of cargo claims, for a variety of reasons. On ships, moisture that causes cargo damage is referred to as “sweat.” Sweat…
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 or from one warehouse to another that is ready for transportation to the next destinations or put in warehouses as they await repackaging, customs clearance,…
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 sea, ships face harsh conditions and are subject to extreme forces. If containers are not secured properly, rough weather can quickly become a recipe for…