Ro-Ro Handbook: A Practical Guide to Roll-On Roll-Off Cargo Ships

This comprehensive handbook details the procedures for the safe and efficient operation of roll—on roll—off type cargo ships, from loading and unloading at dockside to navigating the open seas. Thirteen chapters cover all aspects of Ro—Ro shipping such as ship development, ports and terminals, hold ventilation, cargo—handling equipment, transport regulations, ship handling, fire safety, maintenance, and more. Over 175 pictures, charts, and illustrations further explain the crucial methods t...