Cargo Ships Collection

Deck of container ship, elevated view

Cotton from India: a cotton fleet descending the Ganges - casting off from Mirzapore, 1862. Creator: Smyth
Cotton from India: a cotton fleet descending the Ganges - casting off from Mirzapore early in the morning, 1862. Boats en route to '...Calcutta, for the purpose of shipping the cotton to Europe

The port and city of Rio De Janeiro, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The port and city of Rio De Janeiro, 1864. 'The Alto do Imperador, or Hill of the Emperor...is about 3000 ft. high, and commands, as our readers will see

A Barking carrier collecting fish from the trawl fleet on the Doggerbank, 1864. Creator: Smyth
A Barking carrier collecting fish from the trawl fleet on the Doggerbank, 1864. '...a view of some of the vessels composing the largest fleet engaged in the deep-sea fisheries of Great Britain

Journey for Eid vacation
Azim Khan Ronnie

View of the city of London seen from the River Thames, 1753. Creator: Johann Michael Muller
View of the city of London seen from the River Thames, 1753. A View of The Tower [of London], with the Bridge, & part of the city of London. From the river'

View of the Custom House on the River Thames in London, 1753. Creator: Thomas Bowles
View of the Custom House on the River Thames in London, 1753. A View of the Custom House, with part of The Tower [of London], taken from ye river Thames

The Melbourne and Hobson's Bay Railway Company's pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne, Australia, 1862. In 1853-4

Aerial view of Riverside Quay, Hull. 21st April 1958

Reflections of cargo ships at dock in the North Shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence Baie Comeau, Quebec, Canada

Aerial view of cargo ships with Lantau Island in the background, Hong Kong, China

Aerial view of cargo ships, Hong Kong, China

Aerial view of ships in Yau Ma Tei typhoon shelter, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

From the Thames to Siberia, Voyage of the Biscaya (litho)
1602735 From the Thames to Siberia, Voyage of the Biscaya (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Thames to Siberia, Voyage of the Biscaya)

Children swimming in the Saigon River on the eve of Tet, the Vietnamese new year. 2nd February 1973

Lorries await to unload at Genoa docks. Circa 1955

The general cargo ship Fernside seen here in dry dock at Genoa. Circa 1955

Alexandra Dock, Hull 28th November 1953

Aerial view of St Andrews Dock, Hull 5th July 1947

Aerial view of King George Dock, Hull Circa 1946

Where the old clock tower once provided a landmark, Hulls new Riverside Quay stands out in sharp contrast to its older surroundings

King George Docks, Hull 1st June 1953

Tower Bridge and the Pool of London 21st September 1935

Half day Strike at the Docks. Picture shows Idle Ships and Cranes at the Royal Group of Docks. March 1969

Bergen line ship Astrea leaving the tyne in the late 1940s early 1950 s. Towed by a tyne tug passing the Customs house, Mill Dam and St. Hildas colliery; South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England

Inside the Surf
A bulk carrier ship passes Cape Disappointment at rhe mouth of the Columbia River; Ilwaco, Washington, United States of America

Air views Tel Aviv 1920 Waterfronts Cargo ships
Air views of Tel Aviv 1920, Waterfronts, Cargo ships, Israel

Air views Tel Aviv 1920 Buildings Cargo ships
Air views of Tel Aviv 1920, Buildings, Cargo ships, Israel

Saltburn, Teesside, England; A Cargo Ship Traveling On The Ocean With The Moon In The Sky

Shipping, Freight In Storm; Ireland

Shipping Freighters At Sunset

Futuristic cargo ship

Activity in a river landscape, Jan van de Velde (II), Pieter de Molijn, 1604 - 1641

Unloading at ore docks, Cleveland, Ohio, John Craig (Freighter), Chauncey Hurlbut (Freighter), Shipping, Cargo ships, Piers & wharves, Ore industry, United States, Ohio, Cleveland, 1901

Str. Harvard in the slip, Detroit, Harvard (Freighter), Cargo ships, Boat & ship industry, United States, Michigan, Detroit, 1900

Str. Harvard on the ways, Harvard (Freighter), Cargo ships, Boat & ship industry, United States, Michigan, Detroit, 1900

Launch of the str. Harvard, Harvard (Freighter), Cargo ships, Boat & ship industry, Launchings, United States, Michigan, Detroit, 1900

Cargo ship in South Harbour, Sevastopol, Crimea, Ukraine, Europe

Ship in Le Havre Port, Normandy, France, Europe

Traditional Dutch merchant ship sailing into Volendam harbour, North Holland Province, The Netherlands (Holland), Europe

Cargo and cruise ship in the Port of Livorno, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Cargo ship in the Port of Livorno, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Large transport ship and tug on the Huangpu River that runs through Shanghai, China, Asia

Cargo ships in Burrard Inlet
Maritime sunset. Cargo ships seen in silhouette against a copper-coloured sky just before sunset. Photographed in Burrard Inlet, Vancouver, Canada

Miraflores Locks, Panama Canal, Panama, Central America

Port of Sousse, Tunisia, North Africa, Africa

Cargo on River Seine near Rouen, Normandy, France, Europe

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Cargo ships, the giants of the sea, sail across vast oceans carrying precious cargo from one corner of the world to another. From the deck of a container ship, an elevated view reveals a mesmerizing sight - reflections at dock in the North Shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Baie Comeau, Quebec, Canada. In an aerial view captured on 21st April 1958, Riverside Quay in Hull showcases a bustling scene with cargo ships standing tall against the backdrop of Lantau Island in Hong Kong, China. The magnitude and grandeur are further emphasized by another breathtaking aerial view that captures numerous cargo ships dotting Hong Kong's waters. As we explore deeper into this maritime world, we witness an intriguing sight - ships gathered in Yau Ma Tei typhoon shelter in Kowloon, Hong Kong. These vessels seem to find solace amidst turbulent weather conditions while continuing their vital role as transporters of goods. The significance and reach of these mighty vessels become evident when we delve into history. "From Thames to Siberia, " depicts a litho capturing the voyage undertaken by Biscaya; it symbolizes how cargo ships connect distant lands and cultures. However, not all journeys are solely for commercial purposes; some hold personal importance too. Aboard these colossal carriers lie stories like "Journey for Eid vacation. " Families embark on memorable trips together during festive seasons or special occasions. Beyond their utilitarian function lies moments filled with joy and leisurely activities. Children swimming joyfully in Saigon River on Tet eve signifies celebrations marking Vietnamese New Year – a reminder that even amidst work and responsibility there is room for playfulness and celebration. Looking back at history through vintage photographs takes us to Genoa docks circa 1955 where lorries await unloading while general cargo ship Fernside rests majestically dry-docked nearby. These images capture both industry and tranquility coexisting harmoniously in the port.