Protecting the precious goods in the
cargo holds is the top most priority of the shipping companies.
Unfortunately we are seeing a decline in this policy with more focus on
meeting the deadlines. To meet the deadlines, most of the shipping
companies are ignoring to check
tightness of hatch with ultrasound
which often results in drastic consequences. The precious goods given
by the customers to deliver safely get wet and damaged during the
voyage. The lashing waves that sweep the deck in an unearthly manner can
break through the gaps and small holes in the hatch covers. The force
inflicted by the waves clearly makes the holes bigger and thus a lot of
water can enter.
Water entering the ship’s body can cause a
series of uncontrollable havoc. It can enter the ship’s electricity
panels which would result
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