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Polestar Publishing Rotterdam, softcover 378 pages, illustrated. The loading of merchant vessels has changed drastically over the years. The big shore gangs have been replaced by cranes and conveyer belts and only a foreman and a crane driver load the vessel. In some cases, the vesselâs crew is expected to conduct loading operations themselves.âPractical Loading of Merchant Vesselsâ â" a mixture of theory and practice â" applies to younger maritime students who are just starting their careers. At the same time it expands the knowledge of experienced workers looking to maintain their professional knowledge or advance their careers. This book is about their everyday planning of stowage plans, loading and discharging of cargo â" including lashing the cargo in a more efficient and organized way and dangerous goods. âPractical Loading of Merchant Vesselsâ is written by Captain T.…