Jane's Merchant Ships is first and foremost a recognition guide for those either at sea or in occupations where there is a need to identify merchant shipping. Line drawings and photographs, together with the use of a revised version of the Talbot Booth recognition system based on ship type, sequence and hull form, will support your identification. A merchant shipping report, analysis of legislation and safety issues are also covered. Key contents include: tankers and combination carriers; liquefied gas carriers; geared and gearless container ships; refrigerated cargo ships; geared and gearless dry cargo ships; low-aircraft ships; Ro-Ro/Lo-Lo; vehicle carriers; passenger ships; specialised cargo ships