Grade 11 – Maritime Economics

September 19, 2016

A Littoral State

September 23, 2016

Maritime Environmental Challenges

Because the world’s most important medium of transport is the sea, it is important to realise that the sea extends to many different areas, has different characteristics, and is home to a vast array of plants and animals. The surface of the sea changes according to wind strength and currents. […]
September 23, 2016

Environmental aspects which could affect maritime operations

The following environmental aspects will affect shipping operations : Wind Strong wind will affect shipping in the following ways : Cargo operations (especially container handling) cannot be done during times of strong wind. Containers will swing in the wind, making it difficult for container gantry operators to load containers into […]
September 23, 2016

Influence of Weather Systems on shipping operations