Illustrated Dictionary of Cargo Handling provides readers with explanations and images of all elements of maritime transport which relate to the handling and movement of cargo. This is particularly for the benefit of shore-based personnel who often do not get the opportunity to see first-hand how the cargoes they are working on are handled and moved. The book covers: ship types and the parts of ships relating to the handling and stowage of cargo * the cargoes themselves (including many bulk cargoes and heavy lifts) * ...
Read More
Illustrated Dictionary of Cargo Handling provides readers with explanations and images of all elements of maritime transport which relate to the handling and movement of cargo. This is particularly for the benefit of shore-based personnel who often do not get the opportunity to see first-hand how the cargoes they are working on are handled and moved. The book covers: ship types and the parts of ships relating to the handling and stowage of cargo * the cargoes themselves (including many bulk cargoes and heavy lifts) * dedicated terminals and their equipment and accessories * cranes * container types * port equipment, such as fork-lift trucks and accessories * other handling equipment. There are about 800 terms and definitions, including over 200 new or expanded terms since the second edition, all listed in alphabetical order. The book includes over 150 illustrations, nearly double the previous edition. Captions provide additional information on other relevant objects in the photo, where
Read Less
Add this copy of Illustrated Dictionary of Cargo Handling to cart. $62.35, good condition, Sold by Baggins Book Bazaar rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Rochester, KENT, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1996 by LLP Ltd..
Add this copy of Illustrated Dictionary of Cargo Handling to cart. $99.99, good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1996 by LLP Professional Publishing.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Good condition. 2nd edition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
