Which statement correctly matches the DWT category to its typical cargoes?

• A. Supra max DWT 61 000DWT; coal and grains to restricted ports, also other minor bulks. Handy size DWT 38 000DWT; Steels, grains, Forest products and bulk parcel cargoes.
• B. Supra max DWT 61 000DWT; steels; Handy size 38 000DWT; grains.
• C. Supra max DWT 61 000DWT; chemicals; Handy size 38 000DWT; containers.
• D. Supra max DWT 61 000DWT; coal; Handy size 38 000DWT; coal.

Answer: (A)

DWT categories reflect how bulk carriers are used for specific cargoes and port access. Supra-max ships around 61,000 DWT routinely carry heavy bulk like coal and grains and can reach restricted ports where larger vessels can’t. Handy size ships around 38,000 DWT are more versatile for a mix of bulk and break-bulk cargoes, including steels, grains, forest products, and bulk parcel cargoes, with good port flexibility. The statement that matches this pattern is that the Supra-max handles coal and grains to restricted ports and other minor bulks, while the Handy size handles steels, grains, forest products, and bulk parcel cargoes. Other options pair cargoes in ways that don’t align with typical bulk carrier practice (chemicals and containers are usually carried by different vessel types or configurations), making them less correct.