Sercos,
This is not a rant……it is practical, realistic bordering on brilliant.
I have read it three times and just kept nodding my head in agreement….even down to the commentary on bureaucratic ineptitude and Classification Societies.
If KC reads it then hopefully he archives the post. No doubt there are many contributors on these boards who also agree with you.
A chasm has formed between the exponential increase in vessel size and the aged technology which is part and parcel of this profession.
I thank you again for your input. Once again, I have learnt.