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Load density plan

Load density plan

Created OnFebruary 6, 2018
byCapt. Angad S Cheema
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a ships plan which indicates the deck load capacity of cargo space areas of the ship. The Ship’s Chief Officer would consult this plan to ensure that the space is not being overloaded by very dense, heavy cargoes.

Related:

  • Dreadage or Dreading Clause
  • Grain capacity
  • Cargo Capacity
  • COA (Contract of Affreightment)
  • Arrived ship
  • Deadfreight

By Capt. Angad S Cheema

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