Stowage plan for container ships
A stowage plan for container ships is necessary for space utilisation, where containers are placed and systematically stacked onto ships. After accurate placement and stacking, the sea vessels are ready for voyages over international waters. The stowage plan aims to lash shipping containers onto the ships to prevent cargo damage due to slipping of shipping […]
What is the purpose of container lashing?
Shipping containers in the maritime industry are exposed to harsh climatic conditions and rough winds at sea. When loaded onto ships in stacks, it is crucial to properly fix them with adjacent containers, so they do not fall off due to the turbulence caused at sea. Cargo containers are huge metal boxes of different sizes […]