LIVING ON A CONTAINER SHIP

Inside a cargo ship – CargoHolidays guide
Inside a Cargo Ship: A Deck-by-Deck Tour of a Container Ship
26 October

Inside a Cargo Ship: A Deck-by-Deck Tour of a Container Ship

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays Inside a cargo ship, most of the space is cargo hold; the people live and work in a tall accommodation block with cabins, mess rooms, a galley and, at the top, the bridge. Deep below is the engine room. Here’s a […] Read More
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What happens to a cargo ship in a storm? – CargoHolidays guide
What Happens to a Cargo Ship in a Storm? How Ships Handle Rough Seas
23 October

What Happens to a Cargo Ship in a Storm? How Ships Handle Rough Seas

What happens to a cargo ship in a storm: how ships avoid bad weather, ride out big waves, secure containers, and what a storm feels like for passengers. Read More
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Ship captain salary – CargoHolidays guide
Ship Captain Salary: How Much Do Captains Earn? (2026 Guide)
23 October

Ship Captain Salary: How Much Do Captains Earn? (2026 Guide)

How much does a ship captain earn in 2026? Typical salaries for container, tanker, cruise and ferry captains, UK pay, contracts, tax and how to become one. Read More
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Solo travel on a cargo ship – CargoHolidays guide
Solo Travel on a Cargo Ship: What It’s Really Like
23 October

Solo Travel on a Cargo Ship: What It’s Really Like

Solo travel on a cargo ship: single cabins and prices, safety for solo women and men, meeting the crew, staying busy at sea and tips for your first voyage. Read More
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The Shipping Forecast Explained
The Shipping Forecast Explained: Sea Areas Map, Times and How to Understand It
22 October

The Shipping Forecast Explained: Sea Areas Map, Times and How to Understand It

The BBC Shipping Forecast explained: all 31 sea areas, when it is broadcast, what the wording means, how to read wind and sea state, and why it matters. Read More
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How to Track a Ship or Container
How to Track a Ship: Live Vessel Tracking and Container Tracking Explained (2026)
22 October

How to Track a Ship: Live Vessel Tracking and Container Tracking Explained (2026)

How to track a ship or container in real time: AIS ship trackers, container numbers, bills of lading and carrier tracking explained, with free tools to use. Read More
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How to Get a Job on a Cargo Ship
Cargo Ship Jobs: How to Work on a Cargo Ship (UK Guide 2026)
22 October

Cargo Ship Jobs: How to Work on a Cargo Ship (UK Guide 2026)

How to get a job on a cargo ship from the UK: deck, engine and catering roles, cadetships, STCW and ENG1 requirements, pay, rota and how to apply in 2026. Read More
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How Are Container Ships Loaded?
How Are Container Ships Loaded? Ship-to-Shore Cranes and Port Operations Explained
22 October

How Are Container Ships Loaded? Ship-to-Shore Cranes and Port Operations Explained

How are container ships loaded and unloaded? Ship-to-shore cranes, stowage plans, lashing, straddle carriers and how many containers a port moves per hour. Read More
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Shipping Container Sizes Explained
Shipping Container Sizes: 20ft, 40ft & High Cube Dimensions Explained
22 October

Shipping Container Sizes: 20ft, 40ft & High Cube Dimensions Explained

Shipping container sizes explained: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube dimensions in metres and feet, capacity, weight limits, pallet counts and which to choose. Read More
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Who’s Who on a Cargo Ship: Captain, Officers and Crew Roles Explained
22 October

Who’s Who on a Cargo Ship: Captain, Officers and Crew Roles Explained

Meet the crew of a cargo ship: the captain, chief officer, chief engineer, bosun, cook and steward. What each role does, how many crew there are and life alongside them. Read More
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