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What are bridge wings and why ships still need them

This episode explains bridge wings - those extended platforms on either side of a ship’s bridge that give officers an ...
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Ship bridges explained, why container ships, ferries, and cruise ships put the bridge up front

Most ships put the bridge at the stern for surprisingly practical reasons, from engine layout and crew safety to tighter maneuvering and maximizing cargo capacity. This breaks down why some vessels ...