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The Role Of Maritime Administration In Ensuring Quality Shipping Services : A Guide To Cape Verde Maritime Administration, Joao Lopes Do. Rosario Dec 1999

The Role Of Maritime Administration In Ensuring Quality Shipping Services : A Guide To Cape Verde Maritime Administration, Joao Lopes Do. Rosario

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No abstract provided.


Proposal For The Implementation Of Search And Rescue And Gmdss In Myanmar, Ye Myint Tun Dec 1999

Proposal For The Implementation Of Search And Rescue And Gmdss In Myanmar, Ye Myint Tun

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No abstract provided.


Towards A Shipping Policy For Guyana, Earnestine Gracelyn Mars Dec 1999

Towards A Shipping Policy For Guyana, Earnestine Gracelyn Mars

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No abstract provided.


Privatisation Of Shipping Agency Services In Tanzania : A Case Study Of An Economic Policy Problem, Pilly Saidi Dec 1999

Privatisation Of Shipping Agency Services In Tanzania : A Case Study Of An Economic Policy Problem, Pilly Saidi

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No abstract provided.


The Feasibility Of Establishing A Port State Control Agreement In The Central American Region, Miguel Angel Larios Dec 1999

The Feasibility Of Establishing A Port State Control Agreement In The Central American Region, Miguel Angel Larios

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Implications For Cote D'Ivoire In The Implementation Of "New Public Management" Principles, With Special Reference To The Maritime Administration, Mariko Mamadou Dec 1999

Implications For Cote D'Ivoire In The Implementation Of "New Public Management" Principles, With Special Reference To The Maritime Administration, Mariko Mamadou

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Ocean Energy : Ocean Thermal Energy Conservation (Otec) As Additional Electricity Source For Nigeria, Haruna Abdu Zailani Dec 1998

Ocean Energy : Ocean Thermal Energy Conservation (Otec) As Additional Electricity Source For Nigeria, Haruna Abdu Zailani

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Oceans cover more than 70% of the total surface of the earth and are vast resources of energy. Ocean energy can be retrieved by using adequate ocean energy systems that work on either temperature gradients, salinity gradients, density gradients, the flow of ocean winds, currents, waves, or tidal energy, all of which are renewable. They are never exhausted. The further the ocean energy systems are tested the more prosperous ocean energy becomes. It is certainly the energy for the future, especially when man finishes all the reserves of fossil fuels. Nigeria being the leading African nation, endowed with resources and …


Problems And Prospects Of The National Port Authority Liberia With Emphasis On The Operational Procedures, Jebeh Paasewe Dec 1998

Problems And Prospects Of The National Port Authority Liberia With Emphasis On The Operational Procedures, Jebeh Paasewe

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Recommendations For The Improvement Of Certain Elements Of The Maritime Administration Of The Republic Of Croatia, Rodin Nedeljko Dec 1998

Recommendations For The Improvement Of Certain Elements Of The Maritime Administration Of The Republic Of Croatia, Rodin Nedeljko

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The Greek-Flagged Fleet : A Case Study With Special Reference To The Importance, The Causes And The Remedy Of Its Competitive Edge, Iossif Voutsinos Dec 1998

The Greek-Flagged Fleet : A Case Study With Special Reference To The Importance, The Causes And The Remedy Of Its Competitive Edge, Iossif Voutsinos

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Interisland Transport By Sea In Indonesia, Erwin Pangaribuan Dec 1998

Interisland Transport By Sea In Indonesia, Erwin Pangaribuan

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The Development Of Maritime Search And Rescue In The Republic Of Fiji, David W. Alexander Dec 1998

The Development Of Maritime Search And Rescue In The Republic Of Fiji, David W. Alexander

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Shipboard Fire Emergency Response Plan At Sea, Paul Philippe Razafinjatovo Dec 1998

Shipboard Fire Emergency Response Plan At Sea, Paul Philippe Razafinjatovo

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An Analysis Of The Deregulation Process In The Argentine Merchant Marine : Its Consequences For Seafarers, Shipowners And Unions, Eduardo Baglietto Dec 1998

An Analysis Of The Deregulation Process In The Argentine Merchant Marine : Its Consequences For Seafarers, Shipowners And Unions, Eduardo Baglietto

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Port System Analysis, Zhaoning Wang Dec 1998

Port System Analysis, Zhaoning Wang

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An Integrated Management Approach To Emergency Response And Its Application To Malaysian Ports, Charles Fernandes Dec 1998

An Integrated Management Approach To Emergency Response And Its Application To Malaysian Ports, Charles Fernandes

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No abstract provided.


Government In Merchant Maritime Transport Business In Nigeria : Recommendations For Improved Performance Of The Current Shipping Line, Godwyn Msuega Ajeseni Dec 1998

Government In Merchant Maritime Transport Business In Nigeria : Recommendations For Improved Performance Of The Current Shipping Line, Godwyn Msuega Ajeseni

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Proposals For Restructuring The Marine Department In Aqaba Port, Jordan, Walid A.S. Al-Suheimat Dec 1997

Proposals For Restructuring The Marine Department In Aqaba Port, Jordan, Walid A.S. Al-Suheimat

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Today’s shipping industry has become an over-regulated industry where safety and the marine environment protection can not be compromised. This modern global arrangement requires a heightened efficient and competent maritime administrations to control and observe their national fleet. Hence, the main aim of this dissertation is to promote and enhance the marine safety and pollution prevention through restructuring the Marine Department at The Port of Aqaba by proposing and recommending feasible solutions. The Marine Department’s role in Port of Aqaba is essential as it is the sole authority controlling and enforcing national safety related maritime legislation. Its roles significance has …


Proposal For Improving Maritime Safety In Jordan With Emphasis On The Engineer's Role, Moain Al-Zoubi Dec 1997

Proposal For Improving Maritime Safety In Jordan With Emphasis On The Engineer's Role, Moain Al-Zoubi

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This dissertation is a study for improving maritime safety in Jordan with a focus on the marine engineers role. The topic evaluates the current situation of maritime authority structure and safety procedures in all maritime activities. The objective of this proposal is to set out general guidance to improve the planning, management and operational procedures of safety matters in all maritime fields in Jordan. The topic discusses four important areas deemed necessary to improve maritime safety in Jordan, with emphasis on the role of the marine engineer in each area. The first is administrative and management, the second is legal …


The Panama Canal Handover In 2000 : Preparing For The Future, Libardo Alberto Brü Dec 1997

The Panama Canal Handover In 2000 : Preparing For The Future, Libardo Alberto Brü

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This document contains a recompilation of the current situation and status of the recent events that are preceding the Turnover of the Panama Canal into Panamanian hands. It is to understand that a deep analysis of the current situation and future implications of the present actions taken is not the purpose of this paper and by no means possible to accomplished due to the extent and vast amount of information and aspects that should be taken into consideration. Nevertheless by having a general understanding of aspects such as Economical, Administrative and Safety, it can be established an overview of what …


Establishing Statutory Safety Equipment Standards For Cargo Ships And Pleasure Vessels Under 500 Gross Tonnage : A Proposal For Malta, John Alden Dec 1997

Establishing Statutory Safety Equipment Standards For Cargo Ships And Pleasure Vessels Under 500 Gross Tonnage : A Proposal For Malta, John Alden

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The dissertation is based on the author’s examination of the safety equipment requirements that have been established by Flag States on a national or regional level together with those developed as guidelines by recognised organizations. The first five chapters are a general description and examination of the regulations of a selection of Flag States and organisations that includes also the author’s analysis of various requirements that in his view may have been dealt with in a more complete manner. The captioned chapters are supplemented by 8 appendices that, in tabular form, present the safety equipment requirements. The tables, which have …


Developing A Regulatory Framework For The Liberian Small-Craft Program, Yvonne Clinton Dec 1997

Developing A Regulatory Framework For The Liberian Small-Craft Program, Yvonne Clinton

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This dissertation is a way of discussing the future of the Liberian Small-craft Program. The main objective is to develop regulations that could be useful if adopted by the program. The regulations are centred on safety appliances like fire equipment, lifesaving. aids to navigation and radio equipment. The historical development of the Liberian Maritime Program is briefly discussed as well as the need to address issues which concern small-craft, which should otherwise be operating under this program. The safety of small-craft is of great importance both internationally and locally. The importance of training ship personnel in handling the ship and …


Quality Assurance System In Vietnam Register (Vr), Hai Bang Pham Dec 1997

Quality Assurance System In Vietnam Register (Vr), Hai Bang Pham

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The dissertation is a study of the implementation of a quality assurance system applied for Vietnam Register as well as other classification societies as imposed in the IMO resolution A739(18) and the Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS). The concepts of quality, quality assurance and the process of the standardisation are clarified, taking into account the changes in terms of management and operation in the maritime industry nowadays. The necessity to implement the quality assurance system in the international classification societies is investigated in respect of their roles and obligations. Certain attempts to increase quality and credibility of services provided by …


Fire Safety In Connection With The Transport And Handling Of Dangerous Cargoes In Port Areas, Adama Sy Dec 1997

Fire Safety In Connection With The Transport And Handling Of Dangerous Cargoes In Port Areas, Adama Sy

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No abstract provided.


Vietnam Register Of Shipping With Emphasis On Survey Quality For Sea-Going Ships, Duy Quy Vo Dec 1997

Vietnam Register Of Shipping With Emphasis On Survey Quality For Sea-Going Ships, Duy Quy Vo

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The dissertation is an analytical of the factors affecting the survey quality and some solutions suggested to the Vietnam Register of Shipping as to improve the survey quality for sea-going ships. In chapters I and II, a brief look is taken of the overall view with regard to the Vietnam maritime industry and the role of the Vietnam Register of Shipping in assuring of maritime safety. In the reforming stage, due to the competition from the foreign classification societies on technical supervision for sea-going ships, the survey quality, which is the essential matters arising, is being considered by the Vietnam …


An Action Plan To Address The Protection Of Marine Environment From Risks Posed By Land-Based And Marine Activities In Maputo Bay, Nicolau Augusto Banze Dec 1997

An Action Plan To Address The Protection Of Marine Environment From Risks Posed By Land-Based And Marine Activities In Maputo Bay, Nicolau Augusto Banze

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The marine environment is an essential part of the global biosphere, the oceans cover almost the fourths of the earth’s surface, contain over the 90 per cent of the world’s water resources, and are home to many forms of marine life. The oceans are also environmentally susceptible to natural and human-related activities, such as climatic changes, sea level rise, dredge and fill activities, charmelisation, sedimentation, sewage discharges and shoreline development, among many others. therefore there is an urgent need for immediate action, to stop further destruction of the marine environment caused by offshore and land based activities. This dissertation is …


Proposal For An Effective Legal Framework To Protect The Marine Environment From Pollution : The Case Of Plastic Garbage Pollution In The Coastal Waters Of Tanzania, Farida Idrisa Dec 1997

Proposal For An Effective Legal Framework To Protect The Marine Environment From Pollution : The Case Of Plastic Garbage Pollution In The Coastal Waters Of Tanzania, Farida Idrisa

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There is an increasing amount of man-made debris that litterthe world's oceans and coastal waters, and associated problems which this brings. This debris consists mostly of persistent materials such as plastics, metal. glass and rubber. This dissertation provides an insight into problems and threats associated with plastic garbage. 'Apart from its persistence in the environment, plastics float for years and are concentrated into specific location by ocean currents causing permanent and irreversible damage to the marine ecosystem. Thus, sources and impacts of plastics into the marine environment are discussed. The increase in population. industrialisation. urbanisation and the rising standards of …


Nigerian Maritime Administration : Its Role In Marine Environmental Protection : A Case Study On The Escravos Oil Terminal, Niger Delta, Mudi I. Isa Dec 1997

Nigerian Maritime Administration : Its Role In Marine Environmental Protection : A Case Study On The Escravos Oil Terminal, Niger Delta, Mudi I. Isa

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The dissertation is an attempt to examine the Nigerian oil industry and its impact on the environment. The world pre occupation in recent years, with green house gas emission and climatic changes has tended to over shadow an equally important problem, oil pollution either land based or marine. Oil spills have an equally devastating impact on the environment, especially in developing countries which have little or no capacity to deal with this problem. Thus the focal point of this paper is to analyse the Nigerian oil sector and the environmental impact of its activities. This involves identifying sectors within the …


Legal And Organisational Considerations For Preventing Marine Pollution During Sihanoukville Development, Sideth Mak Dec 1997

Legal And Organisational Considerations For Preventing Marine Pollution During Sihanoukville Development, Sideth Mak

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The study investigates the management and strategic planning for preventing marine pollution in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. The initial chapters consider the natural marine resources and concepts of sustainable development in Sihanoukville area. The later chapters of the study looks into the effects and hazards pollution and its effect to marine life and human health. The problems brought about by industrial developments and rapid urbanisation were also investigated and identified in this study. Furthemore, the paper also considers the present regulatory functions of government agencies and the role of private individuals and entities concerning these pollution problems. Steps and possible solutions for …


Environmental Protection In The Lithuanian Shipping Company (Lisco), Tadas Vaivada Dec 1997

Environmental Protection In The Lithuanian Shipping Company (Lisco), Tadas Vaivada

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This dissertation provides an overview of the marine environment protection issue on the ships of Lithuanian Shipping Company. The Lithuanian Shipping Company LISCO is the biggest shipping company in Lithuania. Until 1991 LISCO was a part of the USSR merchant fleet and could not carry out not only the whole policy of the company independently from Moscow but even a policy of environmental protection from pollution from ships. After 1991, when Lithuania achieved independence from the USSR, LISCO has became an independent state company. LISCO has worked for only 7 years in the free shipping market, so, it is interesting …