Bulk Carrier Practice 3rd

Bulk Carrier Practice 3rd Edition This third edition of Bulk Carrier Practice provides comprehensive, practical guidance on every aspect of bulk carrier operations. It takes the reader through a typical voyage - from paperwork, hold preparation and loading to cargo care on the voyage and discharging. Carriage of both typical and unusual cargoes is detailed. An important new section highlights the dangers of liquefaction and dynamic separation. The various vessel types are described, along with their construction, maintenance, equipment, and safety considerations, with particular attention paid to hatch covers, stability and trim. The book contains over 300 photographs and 120 diagrams, plus many examples of cargo documents and ship's certificates. Bulk Carrier Practice is an indispensable reference for M asters, shipowners, ship operators, charterers, marine consultants, and surveyors and will be a valued companion for mariners preparing for their exams. Updates include but not limited to the following areas: Dynamic separation Stability, trim and ballast management Cargo care and liquefaction Case studies and casualties Available as hardcopy or digital E-Book via our free Windows-compatible software, SeaReader. More information on E-Books is on our SeaReader page: weilbach.com/weilbach/news-info/seareader-for-web-customers/