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Naval Architecture
The Cubed Curse: Why a Wide Tank is More Dangerous Than a Narrow Tank Regarding FSE
If you spill a glass of water on the floor, it makes a mess. If you spill a massive swimming…
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Naval Architecture
Heavy Hits: How the Density of the Liquid in the Tank Affects FSE
We already know that the physical depth of the liquid in a rectangular tank does not change the Free Surface…
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Naval Architecture
The Depth Deception: Does the Amount of Liquid Change the Free Surface Effect?
It sounds completely illogical, but maritime physics can be strange. If you have a massive, rectangular fuel tank on a…
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Naval Architecture
The Phantom Weight: How FSE Affects the Effective GM of a Vessel
A ship might look perfectly safe on paper. A deck officer can add up all the cargo weights, calculate the…
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Naval Architecture
The Enemy Inside: Understanding the Free Surface Effect on Ships
Have you ever tried carrying a wide, shallow baking pan filled to the brim with water? As you walk, the…
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Marine Accident
Environmental Crisis Looms as Arctic Metagaz Drifts
Since March 3, 2026, the Russian LNG tanker Arctic Metagaz has been adrift off the Libyan coast, carrying a dangerous…
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Shipbuilding
Patrickswell Housing Project Receives Green Light
Limerick City and County Council has officially approved a significant social housing initiative in Patrickswell, with construction expected to commence…
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Marine Accident
Technical Issues Force Suspension of Hinnøy Ferry Service
The Hinnøy ferry, which operates on the Bognes–Lødingen route, experienced a significant technical failure on May 4, 2026. While navigating…
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News
Shipping and Logistics Industry News: Your Source for Updates
The shipping and logistics sector is constantly evolving, and staying informed is crucial for professionals in the field. EIN News…
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Marine Accident
Tankers Collide in Campana Argentina
On May 4, 2026, at 5:36 p.m., a collision occurred between two tankers in the port of Campana, located on…
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