On Friday December 2, 2016, Webb’s Class of 2017 toured the MAERSK DETROIT during its call in Newark, New Jersey.

During the tour, students had a lively discussion with the vessel’s master, who provided many insights on its desirable design features. The Seniors also had the opportunity to tour the deck and observe loading operations, cargo stowage methods, deck machinery layout and the steering gear.

Afterwards, students got to check out the engine control room where the First Assistant Engineer described the power plant and provided insight on the design and operation of the plant including the advantages of having an electronically-controlled main engine. Students also got to walk through the engine room where they could observe how the modern machinery plant was arranged.

Overall, the tour was a great experience for the students, and they appreciated the opportunity to tour a modern containership as they finish up their own containership designs for Webb’s Large Ship Design course.