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Burgess COMMENTARY |
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 ICS member 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 ICS member 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) Interferry ICS member associations |
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The text being discussed is available at http://www.ics-shipping.org/shipping-facts/shipping-and-world-trade/different-types-of-ship-in-the-world-merchant-fleet and |
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