Maritime and nautical trades Books

Book SynopsisHaving recorded in pen and ink the -"Fishing Boats of Scotland" which she loves, Gloria Wilson here focusses her attention on the -Peterhead yard of Richard Irvin & Sons, and the wooden, cruiser sterned fishing boats for which it became renowned in the second half of the twentieth century. Almost one hundred of her own photographs accompany her account of the boats and the people who made up a distinctive and now disappearing maritime culture. As Paul Gartside writes in his Foreword: "Gloria Wilson truly belongs in the tradition of the folklorists—individuals moved initially by the discovery of beauty in the commonplace who are then compelled to understand and record what they find… One hopes her example will spur others to similar effort, for the capturing of culture and local knowledge before it slips away is always a noble pursuit."

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Book SynopsisFishing boats, particularly those along the eastern seaboard of Britain, from Whitby northwards, have always been fundamental to my existence writes Gloria Wilson in her Introduction. … I touch upon my own story, give some account of how I have arrived at the happy and somewhat unconformable circumstance of being a writer and illustrator within the commercial fishing and boat building communities. Nevertheless, the boats themselves form the mainstay, the connective narrative throughout the book… I have chosen those which, for me, are the most likeable and pleasing, predominantly the classic, cruiser-sterned wooden-hulled seine netters and dual-purpose craft which are splendid sea boats and have such beautiful hull forms.

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Book SynopsisLuke Powell has almost single-handedly pioneered a revival in the building of traditional pilot cutters in Great Britain; he also has a flair for storytelling, both when looking back over a rich if unconventional life lived to the full, and when describing the long struggle to win acceptance for the wooden boats on which he established his reputation. Luke’s interest in boats began when clambering over the rotten hulks then mudbound in the backwater creeks of his Suffolk boyhood. Aged nine, he set sail with his family for the Greek islands. From then on the sea was his school. After an apprenticeship as a shipwright restoring Thames barges, he returned to the Mediterranean and the nomadic life of a journeyman boatbuilder. In due course he acquired a French girlfriend – the first of many long-suffering partners in his adventures – and Charmian, a 75-year-old cutter. In 1990, with a baby son on board, he sailed Charmian up the Helford River in Cornwall, little realising that seven years later this would become the home of his boatbuilding business, Working Sail. Luke’s arrival in England coincided with the renewal of interest in traditional boats. Having stumbled on a book about Scillonian pilot cutters, he vowed to build one from scratch. Risking what little money he had on buying timber, he built Eve by himself – almost with his bare hands. Success came gradually, yet to this day remains underpinned by a passionate belief in skills, craftsmanship and values that cannot be quantified in terms of money. Other boats have since been launched into the Helford – Lizzie May, Agnes, Hesper, Ezra, Tallulah, Amelie Rose, Freja – whose names are a rollcall of some of the most admired boats to have recently been built in Britain. Working Sail was first published in 2012; since then Luke and his team have built the 65ft Falmouth pilot cutter Pellew, the process being recorded in Christian Topf’s visual and verbal diary From the Loft Floor to the Sea.

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Book SynopsisRestoring a fibreglass yacht is not something for the faint-hearted, even if you don’t intend to do all the work yourself (you still need to understand the processes to be gone through). But the satisfaction of the job well done, not to mention the possible cost savings on buying a new yacht, are immense. Nevertheless, it is not something that should be undertaken lightly and without careful consideration. That is where this book comes in, as Enric Roselló takes you through his restoration of a 30-year-old 40-foot yacht. Broken down into 46 chapters, Enric details the stages of his restoration in chronological order. For each he starts with an overview of the task and the thinking behind the approach he took. Just these introductory pieces alone are ideal for someone contemplating a restoration (of all or part of a boat) to read before making the final decision as to whether to go ahead. For those who decide to take on the challenge, each overview is followed by an in-depth step-by-step account of what they did, accompanied by numerous informative photo sequences (with over 800 colour photos in total). The material in this book would be invaluable both to boat owners who are considering a complete overhaul and to those who have one or two smaller jobs to do. All possible subjects are covered, including dealing with osmosis, the interiors, deck, rigging, electrics and electronics, plumbing, engine, galley, heads and much more. The author is very honest about the amount of work and commitment required and also offers advice about when to call in the professionals and when to consider doing the work yourself. Anyone contemplating a complete or partial restoration is advised to read this book beforehand, so you know what is ahead, and to follow its guidance if you to decide to proceed.Trade Review"...a very well researched book, easy to browse and easy to follow. One of the best guides published this year." (Multihull Review) “This is a minutely detailed, intensively photographed book presenting the individual project in discrete sections that will offer guidance to anyone taking a long hard look at the future potential of their own vessel.” (Yachting Monthly)Table of ContentsForeword; Preface; 1. Jobs to be done; 2. On dry land; 3. Stripping out interiors; 4. Osmosis; 5. Electrical installation (1 of 3); 6. Repairing the deck (1 of 3); 7. Repairing the deck (2 of 3); 8. Electrical installation (2 of 3); 9. Replacing Perspex side-windows; 10. Anchor Locker (1 of 2); 11. Repairing the deck (3 of 3); 12. Mast (1 of 3); 13. Cleaning the winches; 14. Painting the interiors; 15. Engine (1 of 2); 16. Bow pulpit; 17. Refitting the head; 18. Bottom; 19. Painting topsides; 20. Painting the deck; 21. Deck hardware (1 of 4); 22. Interior carpentry (1 of 7); 23. Deck hardware (2 of 4); 24. Interior carpentry (2 of 7); 25. Interior carpentry (3 of 7); 26. Installing the electronics; 27. Renewing upholstery and foam fillings; 28. Installing the refrigerator; 29. Plumbing (1 of 2); 30. Plumbing (2 of 2); 31. Deck hardware (3 of 4); 32. Mast (2 of 3); 33. Mast (3 of 3); 34. Interior carpentry (4 of 7); 35. Engine (2 of 2); 36. Lining ceilings and walls; 37. Anchor locker (2 of 2); 38. Deck hardware (4 of 4); 39. Interior carpentry (5 of 7); 40. Electrical installation (3 of 3); 41. Sails; 42. Interior carpentry (6 of 7); 43. Interior carpentry (7 of 7); 44. Final tally; 45. Appendix I: Waste management; 46. Appendix II: Steering system.

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Book SynopsisOn 14th June 1968 Robin Knox-Johnston set sail from Falmouth to take part in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race - the first, non-stop, single-handed sailing race around the world. He was an unknown 29-year old Merchant Navy Officer. Ten and a half months later he sailed back into Falmouth, the only finisher in the race and the first man to complete a non-stop solo circumnavigation. Since then he has had an illustrious sailing career, with 3 further circumnavigations, including the fastest circumnavigation and last racing solo round the world in 2007, aged 68. Few people have sailed as many miles as Robin. Now, 50 years since setting out on the Golden Globe Race, you can benefit from Robin's wealth of experience as he shares his thoughts on seamanship and seafaring in this new book, selected from his most provoking, insightful and perceptive writing from the pages of Yachting World magazine. The first half of the book concentrates on seamanship and looks at the skills and gear required. The second half allows Robin to reminisce on memorable boats, races and places he has experienced in his last 50 years of seafaring. The book starts with an original piece by Robin reflecting on the last 50 years.Trade Review“What makes this book so exciting is that it contains many of the things that Robin has learned over the years since he set of from Falmouth in 1968. Anyone who ventures to sea would be wise to take advantage of the seamanship lessons that Robin has learned. However, anyone who has met Robin also knows that he is not just a wise old seaman – he is also great fun and lives life to the full. This shows in the pieces on seafaring in this book where he tells of some of his favourite boats, races and places he has visited – always with a twinkle in his eye! They are a joy to read and remind us that sailing is primarily a fun activity, to be enjoyed!” (Alex Thomson, June 2018) “Now leisure sailors can benefit from Robin’s wealth of experience.” (Yachting Life, July 2018) “Hints, tips, advice and yarns from Britain’s most famous sailor; this is a great book to dip into when you’ve just come off watch or are waiting for someone to get back from the showers… Robin covers a huge range of subjects with seamanlike directness and a master mariner’s authority.” (Classic Sailor, June 2018) “well crafted and highly authoritative” (Sailing Today, Aug 2018) “One of the world’s greatest yachtsmen shares his thoughts on seamanship and seafaring.” (Julian Stockwin, June 2018) “This book is a delight to read. The chapter headings alone are worth the cover price. His advice is as useful for sailing round the Isle of Wight as for sailing round the world. Every word is helpful. An engaging and well written book.” (Little Ship Club, Summer 2018) “Every one is valuable” (Yachting Monthly, Aug 2018) “A very readable and wide-ranging collection of short essays… The brevity of these essays makes this an ideal book to pick up and browse, even when there is not much time for reading. Knox-Johnston writes very well, and all of the essays can be read and re-read, profitably and with enjoyment.” (Royal Cruising Club, Nov 2018)Table of ContentsForeword; Introduction; PART ONE: SEAMANSHIP: Skills; Gear; PART TWO: SEAFARING: Boats; Races; Places.

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Book SynopsisThis volume analyses maritime decarbonization from various perspectives. It contains unique approaches and tools in four areas: scenarios, value chains, enablers, and partnerships.Decarbonization has become a very important focus in the maritime industry. Anyone that delves into the topic quickly appreciates its breadth and complexity. Minimizing greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions in maritime practices at large and doing it swiftly is far from simple. The Paris 2015 climate goals and the IMO ambitions may be the industry’s guiding lights. But is this enough? Probably not. At the managerial level a paradigm shift is needed: from a fixed mindset that is calling for compensation to a growth mindset that seeks to capture the benefits of decarbonization. This will require a structured approach in the form of practical frameworks and clear recommendations. In this book 75 scholars and industry and subject matter experts have joined forces to explore different scenarios, value chain designs, decarbonization enablers, and partnership models to develop frameworks and recommendations around how to effectively work and make progress. The books offers a valuable mix of theory, practical tools, and real-life cases. Table of ContentsPart 1: Outlining Baseline and Perspectives.- Chapter 1. Broadening the Scope of Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector.- Chapter 2. Decarbonizing the Maritime Industry - Current Environmental Targets and Potential Outcomes.- Chapter 3. The Extent of Decarbonization in the Global Shipping Fleet.- Part 2: a Step by Step Concept for Decarbonizing Shipping.- Chapter 4. Four Steps to Decarbonization.- Chapter 5. Scenario Thinking and Its Place in Maritime Decarbonization.- Chapter 6. Adopting a Value Chain Focus to Tackle Decarbonization.- Chapter 7. Identifying the Key Decarbonization Enablers.- Chapter 8. Decarbonizing International Shipping Through Collaborative Partnerships.- Part 3: Bringing the Four Step-concept to Life.- Chapter 9. How to Get Started: Cdes - a New Paradigm for Tackling Decarbonization Projects.- Chapter 10. Scenario Thinking - to Build Business Advantages That Accelerate Decarbonization.- Chapter 11. How a Value Chain Approach Plays Out in Maritime Decarbonization.- Chapter 12. How to Assess Decarbonization Enablers.- Chapter 13. Effective Partnerships to Support Maritime Decarbonization.- Part 4: Some Critical Success Factors for Fast and Global Decarbonization.- Chapter 14. Ensuring Seafarers Are at the Heart of Decarbonization Action.- Chapter 15. Securing Global Alignment in Regulations Related to Decarbonization.- Chapter 16. Decarbonize Shipping or Decarbonize International Maritime Trade- the Present Contractual Framework and the Need for a New Contractual Architecture.- Chapter 17. Engaging the Global Research Communities in Maritime Decarbonization.- Chapter 18. The Implications of Circular Supply Chains and the Eu Digital Product Passport in Maritime Decarbonization.- Chapter 19. Sustainable Finance in the Maritime Sector.- Part 5: Case Studies: Selected Maritime Decarbonization Initiatives.- Chapter 20. Actions Being Taken by Key Segments to Meet the Decarbonization Targets.- Chapter 21. Maritime Decarbonization - Actions by Cargo Owners - the Shippers’ Perspective.- Chapter 22. Practical Decarbonization Action Being Taken by the Shipping Companies.- Chapter 23. Identifying the Best Low-emission Carriers.- Chapter 24. Actions by Ports to Support Green Maritime Operations - a Real Case Study: the Port of Plymouth, UK.- Chapter 25. Towards Ports as Energy Nodes: Strengthening Micro Energy Systems.- Chapter 26. Decarbonization in Shipyard Cities - a Holistic Approach to Sustainability Assessment.- Chapter 27. Ship Engine, Equipment and Fuel Options for Decarbonization.- Chapter 28. Decarbonization Action by Energy Companies.- Chapter 29. Decarbonization Support From Digital Solutions Providers.- Chapter 30. The in-house Production of Biofuel by Shipping Companies - a Case Study.- Chapter 31. Establishing Green Corridors to Accelerate the Use of Alternative Fuels.- Chapter 32. The Getting to Zero Coalition Story.- Part 6: Concluding Remarks – Calling for a Holistic and Inclusive Approach.- Chapter 33. Highlights of the Book - a Menu of Possible Actions for Decarbonization Today and Tomorrow.- Chapter 34. The Destination - a Vision of a Climate Neutral Future.

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Book SynopsisThis book addresses the environmental, legal, social, and economic aspects of corporate social responsibility in the maritime industry. It discusses the voluntary aspects of the CSR concept and how the lines between informal and formal rules are merging and becoming fuzzy. Further, it shows how regulation is enhancing responsibility and sustainability in the maritime industry.The book gathers the experiences of the WMU, IMO, UN and public and private actors in developing and developed countries in the maritime industry.Table of ContentsLisa Loloma Froholdt, Introduction.- Lisa Loloma Froholdt, The perception of Corporate Social Responsibility in the maritime industry.- Devinder Grewal, The Growth of CSR and its Acceptance in the Maritime Industry.- Yoshinobu Takei, Governance of Maritime Activities: Legal, Policy and Institutional Aspects.- Patrick Donner, George Theocharidis and Tafsir Johansson, Methods to Promote Improved Governance in Maritime Administrations of Developing Nations.- Momoko Kitada and Lise Synnøve Neeraas Langåker, Arctic Governance and Gender: Climate Change or Social Change?.- Neil Bellefontaine and Tafsir Johannson, Effective and Efficient Maritime Administration & Corporate Social Responsibility.- Aykut I.Ölçer and Fabio Ballini, Energy Management in the Maritime Industry.- Patrick Donner and Tafsir Johansson, Sulphur Directive, Short Sea Shipping & Corporate Social Responsibility in a EU Context.- D.S.H. Moon, J.K. Woo and T.G. Kim, Green Ports and Economic Opportunities.- Michael Baldauf, Knud Benedict, Matthias Kirchhoff, Michèle Schaub, Michael Gluch and Sandro Fischer, Energy-efficient Ship Operation - The Concept of Green Manoeuvring.- Ioannis Oikonomou, Aspasia Pastra and Ilias Visvikis, A Financial Business Case for Corporate Social Responsibility.- Momoko Kitada and Pamela Tansey, Impacts of CSR on Women in the Maritime Sector.- Michael Ekow Manuel, Safety and Risk Management Considerations for CSR.- Jan Skovgaard, Response to institutional processes - A study of Corporate Social Responsibility in Danish shipping companies.

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Book SynopsisThe Review of Maritime Transport is an UNCTAD flagship publication, published annually since 1968. Around 80 per cent of the volume of international trade in goods is carried by sea, and the percentage is even higher for most developing countries. The Review of Maritime Transport provides an analysis of structural and cyclical changes affecting seaborne trade, ports and shipping, as well as an extensive collection of statistical information. The report calls for a 'just and equitable transition' to a decarbonized shipping industry. The sector, whose greenhouse gas emissions have risen 20% over the last decade, operates an ageing fleet that runs almost exclusively on fossil fuels. As global leaders prepare for the next UN climate conference (COP28), UNCTAD advocates for system-wide collaboration, swift regulatory intervention and stronger investments in green technologies and fleets. Full decarbonisation by 2050 will require massive investments and could lead to higher maritime logistics costs, raising concerns for vulnerable shipping-reliant nations like small island developing states. The report emphasizes the need to balance environmental goals with economic needs but underscores that the cost of inaction far outweighs the required investments. The report recommends policy actions to overcome supply chain hurdles African countries face, including poor logistics, low levels of technology, fragmented markets, limited capital sources, and weak institutions and regulations. Beyond cleaner fuels, the industry needs to move faster towards digital solutions like AI and blockchain to improve efficiency as well as sustainability. In its analysis of global maritime trends, the report highlights shipping's resilience despite major challenges stemming from global crises, such as the war in Ukraine. Maritime trade is expected to grow 2.4% in 2023 and more than 3% between 2024 and 2028

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Book SynopsisThe following publication comprises a comprehensive compilation of the primary Port Performance Indicators and explores their connections to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).

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Book SynopsisThe Review provides an in-depth analysis and update on developments in seaborne trade, the maritime industry and markets, key performance indicators, and the legal and regulatory environment. The 2020 issue counts on a number of novel data sets that help analyse the performance of seaports in terms of productivity and connectivity, as well as the world fleet in terms of emissions. It provides a thorough review of the impact and implications that the COVID-19 pandemic has on ports and the maritime businesses, and how the industry has responded. It includes a number of testimonies from industry and government stakeholders to share experiences and good practices of responses to the pandemic

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Book SynopsisThe Review of Maritime Transport (RMT) has been published annually since 1968. The flagship report provides an analysis of structural and cyclical changes affecting seaborne trade, ports and shipping, as well as an extensive collection of statistics. Around 80% of the volume of international trade in goods is carried by sea, and the percentage is even higher for most developing countries. The 2022 RMT covers recent developments in maritime logistics related to the Covid-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and a special chapter on consolidation and competition issues in container shipping

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