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Types of Ships

This document discusses the different types of ships that make up the world merchant fleet. It describes container ships that carry most manufactured goods through scheduled services, bulk carriers that transport raw materials like ore and coal, and tankers that carry crude oil, chemicals and petroleum. It also mentions ferries that carry passengers and vehicles on short journeys, and cruise ships that function as floating hotels. Finally, it notes specialist ships like those used in offshore oil industries.

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Types of Ships

This document discusses the different types of ships that make up the world merchant fleet. It describes container ships that carry most manufactured goods through scheduled services, bulk carriers that transport raw materials like ore and coal, and tankers that carry crude oil, chemicals and petroleum. It also mentions ferries that carry passengers and vehicles on short journeys, and cruise ships that function as floating hotels. Finally, it notes specialist ships like those used in offshore oil industries.

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Different types of ship in the world merchant fleet

Container Ships
which carry most of the world's manufactured goods and products, usually through scheduled liner services. Useful links World Shipping Council National Shipowners' Associations

Bulk carriers
the work horses of the fleet, these transport raw materials such as iron ore and coal. Identifiable by the hatches raised above deck level which cover the large cargo holds. Useful links Intercargo National Shipowners' Associations

Tankers
transport crude oil, chemicals and petroleum products. Tankers can appear similar to bulk carriers, but the deck is flush and covered by oil pipelines and vents. Useful links Intertanko Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) International Parcel Tankers Association (IPTA)

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International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation (ITOPF) National Shipowners' Associations

Ferries and Cruise ships


Ferries usually perform short journeys for a mix of passengers, cars and commercial vehicles. Most of these ships are Ro-Ro (roll on - roll off) ferries, where vehicles can drive straight on and off, making it a speedy and easily accessible way to travel. Demand for cruise ships expanded rapidly during the 1980s, leading to a new generation of large and luxurious 'floating hotels'. Useful links Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) National Shipowners' Associations

Specialist ships
Such as anchor handling and supply vessels for the offshore oil industry, salvage tugs, ice breakers and research vessels. Useful links National Shipowners' Associations

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