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A listener question about ‘top heavy’ containerships

Oct 20, 2023 | Home Slider, Ship Report Podcasts

Today we’ll take a look at center of balance, cargo, and ship design – to explain why those apparently top heavy containerships are quite seaworthy and capable, even in stormy weather.

http://media.blubrry.com/shipreport/shipreport.nfshost.com/audio/SR231020-TopHeavy.mp3

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