Heavy weather ahead: how to prepare the ship for climate change

Scientists warn that changing weather patterns will bring storms of increasing intensity. Preparing a vessel, crew and cargo for rough weather requires teamwork, preparation, and good seamanship, writes Lloyd’s List’s Richard Clayton

Global weather patterns are changing. There is now clear evidence of a link between climate change and extreme weather. At sea, heavy weather incidents are becoming more common. This will likely lead to more claims from shippers for damage to cargo caused by ships running through heavy weather.