TUESDAY 19th NOVEMBER 2019 - MORNING

INTRODUCTION TO SHIPPING
Time allowed – three hours

Answer any FIVE questions – all questions carry equal marks

Please read the questions carefully before answering

1. Answer BOTH parts of the question.

a) Describe TWO of the four main types of crude oil tankers and the deadweight
capacity.
b) Using the world map provided to support your answer, draw the crude oil trade
routes identifying FOUR major crude oil load ports and FOUR discharge ports.

2. Define and briefly discuss ALL these shipping terms.

a) NVOCC
b) Naabsa
c) COA
d) NOR
e) SHEX

3. Explain the role of each of the following, and their function in shipping.
a) IMO
b) ITF
c) P&I Clubs
d) PSC

4. Using the world map provided draw and name the main oceans, seas and canals.

PLEASE TURN OVER

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5. Identify and discuss the main functions of a Bill of Lading.

6. What is the role of a ship registry?

7. Tropical revolving storms (hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones) affect shipping in

different parts of the world.

Using the world map provided indicate the areas in which such storms can occur, the
seasons when they occur and explain what steps a vessel may take to avoid such
weather.

8. Answer BOTH parts of the question.

a) What is required to create a legally binding contract?
b) Discuss how tort can provide legal recourse for an injured party where no
contract is in place. Give an example of a type of tort.