TOUR OF A BULK CARRIER | FREIGHTER

Walk through of a 20 year old bulk carrier/freighter.
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[@cammy2100]

Worked Deep sea way back in the seventies ,one of the bulkers I was on was similar. At night we all used to go down one of the hathes for a game of football (soccer to you Joe). Spent almost 20 years at sea between deep sea,coasting and working on ferries. I was in the galley. Great life for any young kid. Went to training school first before we were allowed near a ship. Brilliant life. I would do it all again in a heartbeat. Great videos sir.

[@helenhoward5346]

Sounds like a fun adventurous way to spend your 20s.

[@vivianhayes6865]

⚓Best job in the world

[@Thetraveller411]

Why did you stop ⁉️

[@cammy2100]

@@Thetraveller411 Family reasons. Now I'm retired.

[@darrynbeattie9554]

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[@Dovietail]

This may be an older ship, but it's the coolest one you've worked yet!

[@joebwan0240]

Would be nice to see lesser traveled areas of the ship (bilge area, lower engine room, or anyplace else that you hardly ever go to). Interviews with the crew (they tell their story) so we can get to know the crew.

[@Republikaner1944]

"If your head doesn't work, call the engine room" Thanks alot 🤣 I had been on receiving end of fair share of such calls myself

[@redc8783]

Good old girl, checking holes and cranes, engine room don’t need no gym tonight.

[@nosaltadded2675]

Love the Paint Locker dude. Reminds me of the days when we painted the markings on the flight deck of my old ship.

[@dublingerman2233]

Was just walking near a big port and a bulk carrier passed by. Was thinking "hey would be nice to see such a ship inside" and found your video. Great work. please continue!

[@josephsevers9986]

Really interesting and I am always willing to learn more. Thanks!

[@deirdreryan7402]

My Puerto Rican great uncle from NJ/NY was a merchant marine. It’s hard on relationships LOL He was an incredible guy and we all miss him!

[@jamiecarter9540]

thanks again, I'm fascinated with your ship tours

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Great ship tour Connor! I enjoyed the music, the fast pace and the way that you goof around with your shipmates.

[@simulacrae]

It would be cool, if you could get permission of course, to see the higher officers cabins. I remember being on a tiny minelayer in the Swedish navy and even they had this cosy cabins with a little lounge with full wood paneling, art and the works. So one wonders how the cabins of the highest paid officers on the ship looks like.

[@danieljohnson1564]

Thank you for the view into The Life on Ships. I always wondered. Watching your Journey has been fun. RESPECT.

[@hendu7111]

I like these videos. Dude reminds of a young Mike Rowe; hard working, a bit goofy but yet a down to Earth regular guy.

[@loricharpentier1654]

That was really interesting Tim. Thanks for the tour.

[@lyndacottam397]

Loved the tour. Thank you. X

[@paulconnors2078]

Hi Joe: I discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago and am enjoying it immensely. I'm a still photographer and am in awe of video content creators like yourself. You have a great style and way of narrating your content that keeps me interested. As they say in the USN, BRAVO ZULU or "well done!"

[@iandrummond986]

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[@iandrummond986]

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[@brandondieter]

Joe, thank you for the videos. I don’t know why they catch my interest but I enjoy your easy going attitude and story telling abilities. Be safe out there at sea and thank you for keeping the industry moving. Cheers

[@valerieumphenour3565]

I like your background music. Thank you for taking us on your adventures.

[@mikedennis9026]

Love your videos Joe. I’m working on the career path. No kids no family why not. You inspired me!

[@JoeFranta]

Awesome!

[@brianloughlin6060]

Bit late to the video but just found your channel today love to sea it. I just came home from a 3.5 month trip around Europe on a 4000grt 120m meter general cargo and I loved it. Ship wqs only 4 month old aswell and had top of the line bridge equipment and was shiny and clean (untill we loaded clinker)

[@chancevonfreund9145]

It's amazingly so clean inside the hold! 🛳

[@erikr.johansen3992]

Quality entertainment, good produced video...!

[@ryancrazy1]

1:45 no, the car go "vroom"

[@ThorbjrnRefne]

Loved the paint locker. The paint is from Norway. Jotun paint factory is in my home town Sandefjord.

[@JoeFranta]

Yes, I was in Odda not too long ago and they mentioned that! Norway was beautiful

[@Han-rw9ev]

Pretty helpful. Learned a few things I hadn't known about.

[@kennethgrindrod6438]

Enjoyed that one memories off washing down holds like that changing over from coal to grain served on a few bulkers but not with cranes

[@JoeFranta]

Washing down the hold is always a "great time" lol. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@michaellaporte896]

Been waiting for a new video. Thanks bro. Pleasant journeys.

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks Mike, I'm back at work so internet is choppy. hard to upload. Hopefully have a Suez Canal video next week for ya.

[@3trilogy]

@@JoeFranta You díd, and I enjoyed watching it.

[@Eddie_Murphy1965]

Hi Joe, another great video. I am working through your vids in chronological order so I can get the whole story. One thing I am surprised at is how few staff there are on these ships, I was genuinely shocked to see only a cadet on the bridge. These ships must have a lot of automation. Eddie

[@rexrexerest5023]

Good video, Thanks, I wish I was young and fit enough to work on a ship.

[@robertwolfley9068]

Can't believe how calm the water is You ever work on the same ship more than once or you free much change at every contract

[@fantasticania]

awesome video! thank you so much for showing us around the bulk carrier. I've been quite intrigued by these ships as I live in a city where they anchor sometimes to unload sugar - they are so magnificent! I would love to tour one someday, but I don't think they allow visitors.

[@Ad3Collins]

that was really cool to see thank you

[@geddon436]

wow. i really enjoyed the video. i've been curious about the rest of the ship.

[@terristroh3965]

I love the tours

[@Bjornontour]

Boss video,mate!

[@ahmedlazm]

I worked this job for 5 years in 1995, I wish I do it all over again. It was fun!!

[@trustedexpertsnetworkcentr5902]

Nice

[@simonpender8331]

Very interesting, thank you.

[@angelavicente4560]

Hi Joe! I really like your videos. I'm about to get onboard a bulk cargo, I can't wait to start 🙂 good winds and calm sea for you, from Portugal.

[@JoeFranta]

Cheers! I had a great time in Portugal when a ship I was working on took me there. Check out videos 1-3 in this series about my time in your country- kzbin.info/www/bejne/kF6kmqKblLygo7c

[@laughingram7287]

Nice overview of the ship. But…. Give us engineers a break. We actually do more than just plunge toilets. 😏 Good videos. Ram 29 years, Retired AMO Chief Engineer

[@rescueship1450]

Very nice bullk carriar

[@Diddley-js6lf]

Well you just answered my question, thank you

[@artsmart]

Hey Joe, I often wondered what the innards of one of these monsters looked like until I saw the movie Captain Phillips with Tom Hanks, but your tour is even better. I wonder if you even need the exercise room what with all the stairs and amount of walking and climbing involved. I also wonder if you guys have some sort of rodent control, what with all the grain you handle. Thanks for the tour!

[@jamesburke2654]

Another FRANTAstic feature!!

[@JoeFranta]

Ha, what's up Jay!

[@thomashaskins1369]

Hi Joe. I am enjoying your videos. Definitely no slow parts in this one 😅. Thanks

[@neilolson7851]

Holy shit the first shot of that cargo i was like wtf can you fit in there and then you walking down the ladder i was like HOLY SHIT LOL

[@Jonty135]

Like the videos a lot. Can you next time on each ship mention the crew, as in how many on aboard and what roles etc…

[@zcherriemerdelacruz3245]

Sir thank for tour your beautiful bulk carrier god bless you sir NY the way my is joefry in Philippine

[@markakira8988]

I had to rewind awesome 1:18 sound effect thrice.

[@cartousse]

Won me at the simple fart sound! 🎉

[@louistrapizona7254]

Joe, I love your videos. tell us more, Like how many are on board? total. or is it broken down to how many guys are in the engine room, etc. what do your guys do for a medical emergency? you do a wonderful job. keep it up. Oh and does the captain mind that you video the ships?

[@JoeFranta]

I always ask before I start taking pictures. Thanks for the kind words, I'll add that to the list of videos.

[@mellierecana]

fullsupport here enjoy

[@marcusellis8613]

Looks pretty flat out there, Joe.

[@gteea]

Love your videos. Like to see the exhaust stack. What is in the exhaust assembly on top of the house?

[@jport3707]

Awesome channel bro

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks brother

[@geoffstein3896]

Pretty cool.. I watched an earlier video where you said you don't know you jump back on a container ship... I see you've done a few since then

[@edwinwise6751]

I build wooden ship models of all different merchant ships and these videos are invaluable for getting the details right especially on the deck and mooring equip. How are the cranes powered? Thanks

[@toddtaylor6110]

I was going to join the US Merchant Marine Academy but chose the Maine Corps. I would never change that decision BUT watching your videos makes me wonder....Did travel the world (Funny thing is the views were all the same SAND!) Keep being you bro! And keep posting!

[@JoeFranta]

Heads san is beautiful this time of year. lol. Thanks for watching brother

[@ivanlam1304]

You're a nice bloke

[@chuckgreer3155]

Interesting man , thx

[@michlo3393]

You could play a full court basketball game in one of those holds.

[@hfcgvcvg1785]

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[@g2delena]

would recommend that you do some interviews with interesting crew mates and maybe a captain or two. There must be endless stories that your coworkers could tell about life at sea and their path to this type of career. Thanks again...

[@JoeFranta]

great idea, thanks for watching

[@Boddav]

A kinder ,gentler, Liberty Maritime. On the Liberty Sun there was only one washer and dryer for all the unlicensed.And if you were a coffee drinker you'd better bring a jar of instant and have something to make you own hot water.

[@calebvalder6855]

Love your videos joe. You asked for some feedback so I guess I’d like to know more info/ stats on the ship, engines, crew. Like how long it is , manufacturing company etc. how many dudes on board. Flagged USA? Company that owns it?

[@redcauthen771]

Hey Joe you said that crane was 35 tns,, is that at the booms end or mid boom. That sure seems like a lot of weight out on the end, but again it depends on boom angle I guess, like to see the load chart, them clam shells look like they weigh 5 tons themselves 😎👍👌 I almost laugh my ass off when you said your were loading rock, all I could think about was “it’ll sink like a rock” 😊

[@wes11bravo]

Hey Joe - I'd like to see any ship's radio/commo shack if anything like that exists anymore.

[@brentchester5661]

I saw the propeller on the deck, do all ships carry spare propeller's?

[@dannydorito4675]

This is so cool. I've always been obsessed with ships. I worked as a 3rd party petroleum surveyor for awhile and got to get aboard a few ships but never toured them. I usually worked tugs in the Mississippi river around new orleans. These videos are very enjoyable, always wondered the inner workings. Do you have your own bathroom with your bunk or is it more community type bathrooms?

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks Dan! Yea man on this ship I had my own room and bathroom,

[@3trilogy]

@@JoeFranta Convenient. Great content!

[@scottbradentx]

7:55 YES

[@hugoknight1]

Thanks for all you do to help us landlubbers understand what you do! Are there any places that are absolutely off limits to a typical crewman? If so, what are they?

[@mozdickson]

Is there a 'brig'? Like to see that !

[@husky_studios]

I live your channel. This is my dream job!

[@JoeFranta]

Thank you, so glad you're enjoying the content! When are you going to start sailing???

[@husky_studios]

@@JoeFranta I’m 14 currently, but I hope to right after hug school. I live nearby Cleveland Oh, so I want to get a job on the Great Lakes!

[@JoeFranta]

@@husky_studios that's great man, good luck. keep me posted!

[@husky_studios]

@@JoeFranta Will do! I want to see if I can get a job at the U.S.S. Cod (a WWII submarine museum) this summer, if I can’t then I hope to volunteer there! I feel like that would look good on my resume if I want to work on the lakes.

[@JoeFranta]

@@husky_studios I'm sure they'll take you on the lakes regardless, but that submarine job just seems like a great experience. Good luck

[@geraldblaney8957]

Awesome tour. Can we see some confined (claustrophobic) spaces?

[@JoeFranta]

For sure, I'll try and keep that in mind for my next ship

[@thomascassidy8891]

There is too much music. If you are narrating, no music. If there is ambient sound (wave action, anchor chain rattle, ship's horn, etc.) no music. Silent moments can also add interest. Tell us what you are showing us like an anchor brake, capsan head, binnicle, etc. Folks don't know what these things are or what function they perform. What are all the framed documents in those passageways? What is the length, beam and draw and tonnage of each vessel you board. Where are the crew members from? The captain? What are your long term seagoing plans? I'm 83 now and spent many days at sea (Greek grain carrier, German cargo, corporate yacht, cruise ships) loved it. Your videos are spot on real, authentic and genuine. Hope to see many more. Thank you.

[@jasonmoyer9492]

I don't know if u still are in the merchant navy. I used to work on anchor handlers and if u want to get some man's work in the merchant navy while u are still young. Try an anchor handler out. U might like it. I sure did. Also your videos are really good and well done. I'm still catching up on seeing them all

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks for watching Jason. glad you're enjoying the content

[@bobuncle8704]

Good tour. Any chance of a mini tour of the life boat some time?

[@JoeFranta]

Great idea! I'll put that on the list

[@genteproativa]

Hello, you there! Thank you for that nice video. I am Brazilian stevedore and wondering if you mind answering me the follow question about vocabulary: Whenever I get on board and met someone from the crew on the gangway, after greeting I use the question "could you please show the way to get to the hatch number X?" But for me it seems I should use "cargo hold" instead of "hatch", although people are always able to understand by the context. Is the any difference? If so, could you tell me the better way for asking it? Is that entrance you took to get in that cargo hold called "foxhole" too? Thank you!

[@tomservo5347]

The fact that you didn't use 'the thumbnail' tells me you're a legitimate dude. When you're done with a cruise how much time off are you given?

[@jeffwiseman3840]

You asked what we would like to see. Maybe this goes against the working guy vibe of the series, but who are the officers? How many officers are there? What do they do? Why are they needed? You could have fun with that last one.

[@atsekoutsoube]

Rather unusual arrangement with six cargo holds. Odd number of cargo holds is the norm, It would be very interesting to have more information abt this particular ship. Otherwise really informative video. I have done the same thing (tour of a merchant vessel) countless times.

[@DaveC1983.]

Would a small fishing boat appear on your radar or you have to keep an eye out for them

[@ranganajr8570]

stay safe Brother ❤ 🇱🇰 ⚓️✨️

[@sanfranciscobay]

Does each sleeping room typically have a window to see outside and does that window open?

[@Vpy2023]

Always wanted to know what’s under the forecastle

[@davecaron1213]

How about a little on the galley and food prep.

[@Salty80556]

Good video. Like the way you show us around. One question.... How much if any of your work/weather clothing is provided by the ship? Just curious, have heard it mentioned. Keep up the good work. Don in So. Cal

[@scotexscarrier8461]

all working and PPE gear is provided, on civilised flagged ships anyway

[@JenkoMorningstar]

Fantastic video Joe! Your channel is amazing and very interesting. I was wondering, is the entrance of the engine room on all ships always positioned at the lowest deck, or is there any type that has it on the A deck alongside the galley, mess rooms, etc.?

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks, I'm happy you're enjoying the content! As far as the engine room is concerned, the ships I have sailed on the entrance to the ER is always on the main deck, BUT all ships are a little different.

[@williamsmith8808]

Which type of ship would you rather work on

[@TheTtribe]

Who operates the cranes when loading/unloading?

[@marc3727]

Hi Joe, do ships crew operate the cranes?

[@craigbrooks7261]

Is smoking allowed on the ship for the smokers.? Like in a designated area? And is it the same on all ships? Cheers mate. 👍

[@VanderlyndenJengold]

I'm a recent adition to your viewers - there never seems to be many people on the bridge. TV and films might have conditioned me to think it would be a hive of activity. It seems computers and autopilot may lessen the need for people on the bridge.

[@himanshusoni528]

Just curious- does the waste, used water gets thrown into the sea ?

[@a-fl-man640]

saw that you need a congressman or representative to recommend you to the marine academy, how did you handle that? i might have missed it in viewing your videos if you've covered that before.

[@MichealPorter]

can I make a suggestion? explain words that the common guy doesn't use, like Port = left,starboard=right,head=john, and what are all the black and yellow rope tie downs???

[@ElronMcBong76]

How fast does the Propshaft Turns on a normal Cruise Speed ? Do you know that ?

[@jeffreywong4233]

Mr Joe, Is the ship travelling at full speed?

[@asdsdjfasdjxajiosdqw8791]

5:46 Carrying an extra screw/propeller?

[@johnhendrix6494]

is the only way to get into the engine room of a ship to work thru the program you went thru.