Berthing geared ships
Vlog: use video controls to play video and set audio level The location of the cranes of a geared ship on their starboard or port side may require them to berth in a direction other than that preferred by the terminal operator. This can have a major impact on the quay transfer operation and require additional resources to be allocated to these ships. Key Terms Click to open definition in new window
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Booming downVlog: use video controls to play video and set audio level The ship and quay crane processes required before unloading and loading operations can begin are shown in a timelapse of the MSC Vigo berthing Trinity Terminal at the port of Felixstowe in the UK. As well as booming down the video shows the ship's gear bins being put on the quay and the quay cranes position themselves along the quay. Key Terms Click to open definition in new window
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