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Hi there, in martime terms DWT includes the containers weight as well. What i don't understand is how is it achieved? All ships specifications of container capacty has higher weight than the DWT.
Hi thanks for the reply anorlunda!anorlunda said:See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deadweight_tonnage
Even in that article, they mention multiple definitions for DWT. Those definitions can get very complicated and specific, just like the Plimsol Line and the other lines painted on the side.
It may be hard to find someone here at PF who knows the exact answer. But, be patient a few more days and see what other answers you might get.
JBA said:Just as a note, the TEU is the total volume (in containers), not the cargo weight, that the ship can transport, so it cannot be compared to the DWT of the cargo vessel.
Maybe someone is shipping a load of Teddy Bears for the kids; low weight but high volume. Versus a shipload of machinery parts.karamss said:thanks a lot but then what's the point of the teu if i cannot know the real weight a ship can transport?
i take my previous comment back this makes sense. thanks a lot Tom!Tom.G said:Maybe someone is shipping a load of Teddy Bears for the kids; low weight but high volume. Versus a shipload of machinery parts.
Cheers,
Tom
karamss said:All ships specifications of container capacty has higher weight than the DWT.
DWT stands for "deadweight tonnage" and it is the total weight a ship can carry, including cargo, fuel, and other supplies. It is an important measure of a ship's capacity and efficiency.
DWT is calculated by taking the total weight of a ship when it is fully loaded, including cargo, fuel, and other supplies, and subtracting the weight of the ship when it is empty (known as "lightweight"). The difference between these two weights is the deadweight tonnage.
DWT in container ships is achieved through careful design and construction of the ship. This includes optimizing the hull shape and size, as well as choosing materials and equipment that are lightweight but still strong enough to withstand the stresses of the open sea.
Some factors that can affect DWT in container ships include the ship's design and construction, the type and amount of cargo being carried, weather conditions, and the overall condition and maintenance of the ship.
DWT can greatly impact a ship's performance, as it affects the ship's speed, stability, and fuel efficiency. A higher DWT means the ship can carry more cargo, but it may also be slower and less maneuverable. On the other hand, a lower DWT may result in a faster and more agile ship, but with less carrying capacity.