Author(s)

J.M.R. Lloyd

Abstract

Mission To develop and publish a Marine Transportation Manual (MTM) before the end of the millenium which incorporates the definitive guidance from well proven industry good practise and the latest research for the carriage and/or movement of cargoes or self- buoyant units in the marine environment. Exceptions The MTM will include all marine transportations except the normal stowage and carriage of cargoes in the holds or tanks of ships and barges, and the carriage of containers on specialized container vessels. 1 Rationale The technological development of specialist vessels and the greater use of barges for the carriage of unusual objects and offshore construction items has developed at an extraordinary pace during the second half of this century. Classification Societies, Consultants and Surveyor

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