![]() ![]() ![]() Timber dunnage can be of either hardwood or softwood and of differing thicknesses and widths. If a shipowner does not use dunnage in the correct manner than he may be held liable for any resulting damage.ĭunnage material comes in many forms, the most common being timber, plywood fibre board, hardboard, kraftpaper, plastic sheeting and bamboo. 1.1 Description / Application / Risk factorsĭunnage has far too many uses for this article to cover in detail but it is felt that some general advice on the use of dunnage will assist masters and shipowners.ĭunnage is defined as a material used between, beneath, at the sides of or on top of cargo stowed either in a ship’s hold, or on deck or in a container with the aim of protecting the cargo from damage by chafing or wetness or to help stabilize a stow. ![]()
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