The forward raised part of the main deck is called the forecastle,
the after part is called the poop
Cabins for the captain and crew are usually in the forecastle
In dry cargo ships the cargo space is divided into holds.
Openings giving access to holds are called hatches.
In tankers the cargo space is divided into tanks.
The forward raised part of the main deck is called the forecastle,
the after part is called the poop
Cabins for the captain and crew are usually in the forecastle
In dry cargo ships the cargo space is divided into holds.
Openings giving access to holds are called hatches.
In tankers the cargo space is divided into tanks.