SHIPPING: An Introduction to the Technical, Operational and Commercial Aspects

SHIPPING: An Introduction to the Technical, Operational and Commercial Aspects

By Nigel Draffin

Shipping: An Introduction to the Technical, Operational and Commercial Aspects by shipping and bunker expert Nigel Draffin is a comprehensive and well-planned book, providing an excellent overview for those wanting to brush up on their knowledge of global shipping. It also offers a sound and no-nonsense introduction to the sector for industry newcomers.

The book covers every aspect of shipping, taking the reader through manning, safety, training, navigation and communications; it covers classification and insurance, international conventions and maritime law; it looks at ports, workboats, cranes and dry docks, as well as pilots and agents.

The author discusses charter parties and contracts of affreightment, shipbroking and vessel vetting, and at the main costs, such as manning, maintenance, insurance and bunkering. He covers sale and purchase, new building and scrapping, as well as ownership structures, mortgages and public and private ownership issues. Not forgotten are the engines and propellers, speed and efficiency, emissions regulations and pollution.

The book also provides a handy ‘where to go for help’ section, a glossary of abbreviations and shipping terms, as well as informative appendices illustrating vessel type dimensions and what might be found in voyage and time charter contracts.