Tell me what you know about International Load Line Certificate? Answer: It’s a legal document that proves a ship follows international rules about how much cargo or weight it can safely carry without risking sinking or damage. These rules are part of the International Convention on Load Lines (1966), made by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This certificate tells you where marks (called load lines) must be painted on a ship’s hull. These marks show how low the ship can be in the water in different seasons and oceans (e.g., summer, winter, tropical). Too much weight = ship sinks too low = dangerous. ⸻ [Simple Use Case] A ship sailing from India to Norway in winter uses the certificate to check how much cargo it can carry. It must follow the Winter North Atlantic line on the hull. If the water reaches above that line after loading, it means the ship is too heavy, and some cargo must be removed. The certificate helps avoid accidents like capsizing in rough seas. Think of the certificate like a weight limit label on an elevator. If you put too many people, it won’t be safe. Same for ships. The International Load Line Certificate makes sure the ship won’t sit too low and get hit by waves or take in water. #capcut #seaman #marino #marlaw #maritimelaw