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CargoMax

Model CargoMax for Tankers, Bulk Carriers, Container Ships, LNG/LPG Carriers, Livestock Carriers, Naval Combatants, Offshore

PC-based onboard loading software that checks loading conditions against stability and strength criteria; custom-built per vessel, ABS/class approved and DNV and LR type-approved.

Description

CargoMax is PC-based onboard loading software that evaluates ship loading configurations against stability and strength criteria. Each installation is custom developed by trained naval architects from shipyard drawings and technical data for the specific ship. It has been installed on hundreds of vessels worldwide.

Key features

  • Load planning, intact stability, strength analysis, deflection and local shear
  • Gauging system interface, trim and draft optimization, custom features and alarms
  • Damage and grounding calculations
  • Compliance with IACS Type 3 loading computer requirements, including direct damage stability; verifies USCG, IACS and IMO rules
  • Reviewed and approved by ABS and all major classification societies; Type-Approval from DNV and Lloyd's Register

Vessel-specific packages

  • Tankers: direct damage stability, load/discharge sequencing, ballast water management, cargo/ballast optimization, advanced cargo and custody transfer reports
  • Bulk carriers: S1A/S17 strength, grain stability, bulk pile tool, deadweight survey report
  • Container ships: detailed container entry, BAPLIE import/export, lashing, IMDG segregation, visibility checks
  • LNG/LPG carriers, livestock carriers (AMSA criteria), naval combatants (US Navy criteria, ICODES) and offshore ship-shaped units such as drillships

Specifications

PlatformPC-based software
Class approvalReviewed and approved by ABS and all major classification societies
Type approvalDNV and Lloyd's Register
Loading computer complianceIACS Type 3 (including direct damage stability)
Regulations verifiedUSCG, IACS, IMO

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