Witherby Seamanship International

Witherby Seamanship International Ltd is a specialist publisher of marine training, reference and regulatory materials, providing the finest books and publications to the shipping industry. All of Witherby's titles are available as eBooks. To purchase any of them in the eBook version, please contact us at [email protected].

eBooks

Witherby Connect is the new online library solution for the maritime industry. Created by Witherbys’ in-house development team, Witherby Connect provides users with streamlined access to all major industry publications.

The browser-based hybrid software means that there is nothing to install and after publications are saved to the browser cache they can be accessed almost instantly both on and offline. This solution delivers more flexibility and security for those working at sea.

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Ship Stability OOW

£25.00
Reprint of the 2009 edition

Ship Stability Strength and Loading Principles, 2nd Edition 2022

£125.00

Ship to Ship Transfer Guide for Petroleum, Chemicals and Liquefied Gases

£300.00
Ship to Ship Transfer Guide for Petroleum, Chemicals and Liquefied Gases. The Guide is aimed at providing advice for Masters, Marine Superintendents and others, such as STS service providers and transfer organisers, who may be involved in the planning and execution of STS operations.

Ship Vetting and its Application to LNG, 3rd Edition

£350.00
This publication describes the vetting of LNG carriers, incorporating the use of the SIRE 2.0 programme as a risk assessment tool. It provides an overview of LNG shipping business with recommendations on the technical aspects of LNG ships relevant to the vetting and clearance process.

Shipboard Drills

£30.00
This is a practical and up-to-date guide to undertaking and managing drills on board. It includes drills relating to fire, MOB, collision, groundings, piracy attack, oil spill, hull damage, enclosed space rescue, blackout, lifeboats and emergency towing. Conducting drills at regular intervals is the best way to prepare your crew to deal with likely emergency situations that may arise onboard.

Shipboard Response to Stowaways and Distressed People in Small Boats

£175.00
Shipboard Response to Stowaways and Distressed People in Small Boats - 2025-26 Edition

Shipbuilding and Repair Quality Standard (IACS Rec 47)

£25.00
Available to pre-order. The stock is expected in June 2025.

Shiphandling – Passenger Ships Without Tugs

£95.00
Written by an industry expert, this detailed, illustrated publication provides guidance and practical advice relating to the handling of cruise liners and ferries.

Shipmaster’s Ballast Water Management Manual, BIMCO, Version 2.0

£135.00
This essential guide covers all aspects of ballast water management, including the development of familiarisation and operational plans.

Shipmaster's Bunkering Manual 2022

£175.00
The Shipmaster’s Bunkering Manual is a unique result of cooperation between BIMCO and IBIA to create insight and practical understanding of bunkering across the shipping sectors. The purpose of this manual is to create a common understanding of best practices when bunkering so as to facilitate smoother bunker deliveries and safe handling around the world.

Shipmaster's Security Manual 2025

£275.00
The BIMCO Shipmaster's Security Manual contains guidance to shipowners, Masters and crew on the most pertinent security challenges facing the maritime industry today.

Shipping and Supply Contracts

£175.00
This comprehensive guide, by an industry expert, examines contracts for the transportation of cargoes and the storage, transfer and supply of cargoes at depots and terminals. It also discusses the sale of those cargoes and associated agency and consultancy services.