Cargo Stowage and Securing: A Guide to Good Practice, 2nd Edition Barographs West Limit 49� 09'

West Limit 49� 09'

Nigel Draffin has been involved in shipping for some 50 years and with the commercial bunker market for over 25 years

where he still lives with his wife Sue

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NOAA Nautical Chart 16704: Drier Bay

Cargo Stowage and Securing: A Guide to Good Practice, 2nd Edition Barographs West Limit 49� 09'Overview Proper stowage and securing of items of cargo is the utmost importance for the safety of the crew, the carrying vessel and the items of cargo themselves. The guide takes the reader through the basic rules to be remembered on every occasion during the loading and securing of cargo, and describes where regulations, recommendations and general guidance can be found. It also describes recommended methods to be used for particular items of cargo,