General Terms & Shipping
Breakbulk cargo on container vessels
General cargo
Shipping modes Sea freight
Liner business
Tramp business
Charter party
Maritime logistics
Seaports in the world
Global port congestion
Ship Types & Transportation Methods
LoLo ships (Lift On/Lift Off)
RoRo ships (Roll On/Roll Off)
Container ships vs
Multipurpose ships
Geared ships
Flat racks
Open top containers
Coaster vessels
Heavy-lift vessels
Cargo & Stowage
Cargo lashing & securing
Load distribution
Weight distribution
Stability of ships
Center of gravity (COG)
Dunnage and
Stowage plan
Lost slots and
Flatrack weight limitations
Influencing factors & risks
Weather conditions
Seasonal restrictions
Low water levels
Ice conditions
Piracy risks
Political restrictions
Insurance premiums
Risk of cargo damage
Risk of delay
Port Infrastructure & Handling
Port of call capacity
Quay strength
Gantry cranes
Mafi trailers
Cargo handling equipment
Container slots
Cell guide system