This chapter outlines the rules and regulationsRules and Regulations affecting cruise ship design, including IMO (International Maritime Organization) regulations such as SOLAS, classification rules and special items such as USCG (United States Coast Guard) interpretations and Panama Canal size limitations. Difference between cruise ships and yachts is explained. The significance of the keel laying date, and principles of polar code, ice class and alternative design are described. Typical cruise ship classification societies are listed, and example class notation is decoded.


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    Title :

    Rules and Regulations


    Additional title:

    Springer Ser.Naval Architect., Marine Engineer., Shipbuilding, Shipping


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2022-09-11


    Size :

    10 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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