A ship in operation must be equipped with a variety of equipment. These equipment are used to complete the ship’s navigation, berthing, loading and unloading of cargo and other production operations, and to ensure the safety of the ship and personnel. The main equipment of the ship includes power equipment, operating equipment, loading and unloading equipment and safety equipment.
Ship power equipment
A ship must be equipped with a complete set of power units and auxiliary equipment that meet the requirements of the specifications before it can sail on the water. These power units include ship main power units, auxiliary power units, steam boilers, refrigeration and air conditioning units, compressed air units, marine pumps and piping systems, water making units and automation systems. These electromechanical power equipment are mainly concentrated in the engine room, and the technical department that specializes in managing these equipment is the engine department.
