Marine Cargo Operations

Meurn, Capt. Robert

ISBN 10: 0870336231 / ISBN 13: 9780870336232

Published by Cornell Maritime Press Inc.,U.S., 2011

About this Item

Num Pages: 70 b/w photos, 177 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 153 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1068. . 2010. 3rd edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Marine Cargo Operations
• Publisher: Cornell Maritime Press Inc.,U.S.
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0870336231
• ISBN 13: 9780870336232
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Marine Cargo Operations clearly spells out the basic principles of cargo operations and acquaints merchant officers with the techniques of stowage and their application. Based on the authors’ half century of experience, the book singles out the most practical methods, procedures, and philosophies and presents them in thorough detail. Each discussion is enhanced by photographs or drawings. The book provides a complete understanding of the shipping cycle so all associated personnel can work as a team in observing the “three Cs” of shipping: communication, cooperation, and coordination. The third edition emphasizes containerization and the responsibilities of the ship’s officers for the proper and safe carriage of their cargo. The chapter on cargo responsibility has been updated by an admiralty lawyer, and a new chapter, “Stowage of Containers,” has been written by a ship’s master with thirty years of containership experience. The National Cargo Bureau furnished a chapter on stowage of grain bulk cargo. Also included are discussions on breakbulk cargo and how the ship’s officer can prevent condensation or moisture damage, the most common cause of cargo damage claims. This edition provides vital information and questions and answers for candidates taking a U.S. Merchant Marine license examination, and is an important refresher for those who have already received their licenses.

About the Author

Robert J. Meurn is professor emeritus in Marine Transportation at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in nautical science from the academy and his Master of Arts in higher education from George Washington University.