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to ensure that vessels are adequately However, for any of this to happen the our assureds to help ensure successful manned. In addition, the current pan- lines of communication need to be es- voyages. It is my hope that the insight demic has brought signi? cant stress to tablished beforehand and kept open. shared here will help the reader realize supply chains and have seen instances The steps outlined above are far more success in their ventures as well. where late changes to stowage have effective when communication, coop- been necessary. eration and collaboration are present.

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