Introduction A Roundtable debate on a rising trend regarding the challenges of mixed stowage of steel, bagged, break bulk and vehicles on bulk carriers predominantly out of China.
Specific issues for discussion:
Traditional methods of carriage compared to conventional bulk carriers.
Breakbulk and general cargo – Statutory Regulations and Best Practice including SOLAS and the Cargo Securing Manual.
Stowage of Steel Coils and tank-top strength including Classification Society Rules.
Unseaworthiness.
Structural integrity.
The Master’s perspective.
A number of interesting case studies.
Chairman: Dimitris Monioudis – Deputy Chairman of the Technical Committee of INTERCARGO
Speakers Captain Daniel Millett – Brookes Bell Vinay Singh – WEST A further speaker/ tba
