First instance of size of ship's cargo being officially determined was in 1416; present tonnage measurement system has become inconsistent; it may be partly ameliorated, but not perfected, by adopting Expert Committee's proposal; displacement tonnage system, doing away with superstructures and deductions, is recommended for consideration. (See also - (discussion) p 39-44; Shipbldr and Mar Engine Bldr v 40 n 277 Apr 1933 p 174-5; and Shipbldg and Shipg Rec v 41 n 14 Apr 6 1933 p 338-9)


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    Title :

    Tonnage measurement


    Additional title:

    Instn Naval Architects -- Trans


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1933


    Size :

    12 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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