Vessel Seaworthiness & Cargo- Seaworthiness

Seaworthiness basically can be defined as the fitness of the vessel in all respects to encounter the ordinary perils of the sea that could be expected on her voyage, and deliver the cargo safely to its destination.

What exactly does Fitness mean? Is it just the physical fitness of the vessel or does it extend s to cover its equipment, crew and documents?

Is it just limited to the ability of the vessel to sail or does it extend to cover its ability to receive the cargo?

Vessel Seaworthiness
Physical Seaworthiness Human Seaworthiness
Documentary Factor

Cargo Seaworthiness
General Cargo Worthiness Special Cargoes
Unseaworthiness

Conclusion
The carrier is under an obligation to exercise due diligence, or absolute obligation, where the common law applies, to make the vessel seaworthy. Introduction of International Safety Management Code (ISM).