Abstracts » Transportation industry

World class competition

Article Abstract:

Classification societies have been adopting various marketing strategies that concentrate on issues regarding safety of life, technical competence, technological investments, surveyor expertise and thorough rules, with emphasis on customer service. In choosing a classification society, shipowners should focus not only on financial package and expertise in classifying a particular vessel but also on the organization's size. Large societies could provide owners local support internationally while smaller ones enable owners to have personal contact.

Cargo & Tanker Vessels, Safety and security measures, Identification and classification, Shipping industry, Ships, Ship classification

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Great expectations

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Cargo ship manufacturers are improving their products to meet the growing needs of the market in terms of flexibility, safety and strength. The most prominent requirement so far, is the need to accommodate heavy duty vehicles and equipment such as bulldozers, tractors, cranes, buses, lifeboats, and tanks, among others. New ship designs are also considering the increasing popularity of shorter routes, which require added versatility for loading purposes.

Cargo Ships Construction NEC, Contracts, Design and construction

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Southern Europe broadens outlook

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The Southern European shipbuilding industry has suffered substantially from increased competition from lower-priced shipyards in the former Eastern Bloc. Many Southern European shipyards have been forced to reorganize their operations to remain competitive. As part of the reorganization effort, most shipyards have expanded their services to include various ship repair services.

Shipbuilding & Repair, Industry Overview, Services, Southern Europe

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