Ships are a common and important mode of transportation for large-scale travel. These vessels come in various sizes and shapes, catering to different capacities and needs. A significant portion, around 90 percent, of global trade happens through ships, making them a familiar sight at sea.
Ships play a crucial role in transporting various goods, including clothing, coal, and oil. There are different types of cargo ships, such as container ships, ro-ro ships, bulb carriers, and oil tankers. The Evergreen Containership holds the title of the world’s largest cargo ship, capable of carrying over 24,000 standard-size containers. To grasp its enormity, picture three to four football fields combined. The ship has a length of 400 meters and a side width of 61.50 meters.
Developed by a Chinese company in 2022, this massive vessel showcases the advancements in shipping technology. Another notable cargo ship is the Hyundai Merchant Marine vessel Algesius, built in September 2019, and the Marine Oslo, constructed in 2020. The Marine Oslo can carry 23,900 standard containers and features a length of about 400 meters and a height of 61 meters. Its bottom can be submerged 13 meters below sea level.
Sailing ships, on the other hand, rely on the air as their medium of movement. The largest sailing yacht globally is the Sailing Yacht A, which can be considered a hybrid of a yacht and sailboat. With three massive masts, this luxury ship can accommodate 60 passengers and boasts a maximum speed of 21 knots. Its price tag reaches around 425 million euros.
The ‘Sea Cloud Two’ is another sailing ship, measuring 17 meters in length and featuring three masts with 23 sails. It can host 95 passengers and reach a maximum speed of 14 knots, with a price tag of 100 million euros. The ‘Wonder of the Sea’ is an astonishingly huge ship with a speed of 22 knots and the capacity to accommodate 60 thousand passengers. It offers luxurious facilities like swimming pools and restaurants.
The Azzam is a motor-powered ocean liner and holds the title of the world’s largest yacht. Valued at over 500 million euros, it can carry 36 guests and 80 crew members, achieving a speed of 32 knots. These ships, with their impressive sizes and capabilities, showcase the remarkable advancements in maritime technology.
