Supertankers: Anatomy and Operation

This sizeable work analyses every aspect of first- and second-generation tankers. At over 600 pages and featuring hundreds of illustrations and diagrams, this title is of enormous interest to the shipping industry, as well as training establishments and universities.

Part One – Introduction
Chapter One – Background
Part Two – The ‘First’ Generation ULCC/VLCC
Chapter Two – Construction
Chapter Three – Hull and Tank Protection
Chapter Four – Deck Gear
Chapter Five – Section Analysis
Chapter Six – Ship Stresses and Stability
Part Three – Operational Techniques
Chapter Seven – Cargo Voyages
Chapter Eight – Tank Cleaning Procedures
Chapter Nine – Deck Duties
Chapter Ten – Bridge Watches and Ship Handling
Chapter Eleven – Anchoring/Berthing/Lightening
Chapter Twelve – Training Deck Cadets
Chapter Thirteen – Life Aboard Supertankers
Part Four – The ‘Second’ Generation VLCC 401
Chapter Fourteen – Double Hull Construction
Chapter Fifteen – Investigating Computers at Sea
Chapter Sixteen – Use of Computers in Navigation
Chapter Seventeen – Other Bridge Computerisation
Chapter Eighteen – Computerised Cargo Control
Part Five – Conclusion
Chapter Nineteen – Supertankers – The Future?
Appendix – Organisations
Bibliography
Index
Inside back cover – General Arrangement and Capacity Plans for each of Single and Double-hulled Supertankers