Question 563Deck General70% to pass
The certificate of loading required by each vessel carrying grain in bulk is issued by the _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) National Cargo Bureau.
The certificate of loading required for vessels carrying grain in bulk is issued by the National Cargo Bureau. This is because the National Cargo Bureau is the organization responsible for inspecting and certifying the loading of grain and other bulk cargoes to ensure the safety and stability of the vessel. The owner, charterer, or shipper of the cargo do not have the authority to issue this certificate, which is a regulatory requirement.
The other options are incorrect because the owner, charterer, or shipper of the cargo do not have the necessary oversight and certification authority to issue the certificate of loading, and the American Bureau of Shipping is a classification society that does not have a specific role in issuing this certificate.
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