Thomas Stowage
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Bibliographic Notes |
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After
80 years in continuous publication, Thomas' Stowage
continues to be regarded as the definitive reference on the
subject and is recommended by many organisations with an interest
in the safe handling and carriage of cargoes. It is an
essential source for ships' officers; the freight, operations and
insurance departments of ship owners and operators; ship agents;
terminal operators; freight forwarders; container packers;
maritime lawyers; train schools and marine insurance companies.
This fifth edition of Thomas' Stowage retains the format of
previous editions, thus providing quick reference to procedures
and individual commodities. Part 1, Part 2 and Appendix 5
have been extensively revised while entries in Part 3 have been
amended where necessary with particular attention given to
dangerous goods and bulk cargoes. Additionally, a start has
been made on rationalising the entries in Part 3.
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Information on some
of the more obscure cargoes is retained, bearing in mind that the majority are
now shipped in containers. it should also be borne in mind that the
container is, in effect, a miniature cargo hold with all the problems relating
to compatibility, stowage, securing, ventilation, etc.. |
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