Welcome to ShipUtilities Distance v1.3F - Help

This easy to use program is provided to give quick and straight forward access to 3 different
information resources commonly used by people in the industry frequently. In fact this program
is also excellent for sailors and mariners in general since the ports listed provides geographical
coordinates and useful links to detailed information even on minor ports and in some instances marinas.

The following 3 resources are covered:

A distance table with over 80.000 direct distances and over 300.000
distances via junction points.
Comprehensive list of ports covering more than 6000 world wide ! !
Details of more than 500 Tanker terminals world wide.

Each of these are simple enough but usually NOT at your fingertips when you need them. So we bundled
them together in a simple, quick loading, resource lenient, application for your benefit.
In a zip format the whole program including the database will fit on a regular 3.5" diskette.

Installation

We deliver the program as a self-installing package containing all the files needed to run the program. Just
follow the instruction and place SUDist v1.3F in a directory/folder of your choice. Default is C:\Windows\Program Files\sudist.
The installer will place a shortcut to the program in your start menu. The directory will contain the following main
files/directories: sudist.exe, sudist.ini and the directory db. db will contain 3 files named; distdb.db, portdb.db and
termdb.db.
The full complete version will be available for those who have registered, ordered and paid for the program and they will be directed to a
download directory on our server for which we will supply an ID and password. The full verion has no limitations except for copy protection.
The database is always encrypted.

Installation Demo version

The demo version is also delivered as a selfinstalling package but the *.exe file has a different name. The demo version will run for
as long as you like but holds only a small selection of distances, ports and terminals. The demo version database is encrypted and so
is the *.exe file itself. More than 99% of the distances are empty and only ports starting with the letters A and B are listed in the demo
version.

When you have registered for the demo version we will send you a mail to direct you to the downloading directory and you will also be
given an ID and a password to access the download page on our server.

Data Base and Maintenance

The data base consists of 3 *.db files, one for each of the resources above and these files are encrypted.
This means that you are NOT permitted to and will not have access to making changes in any of the db's.
The db's are Shipanalysis copy-righted property and we will make changes or correct mistakes upon the users good input.
We are of course grateful if you would contact us by mail when you discover mistakes or other suggestions of how we could improve
the application for the benefit of all users.
We will also endeavor to expand all the db's regularly and will make updates available at the site for downloading
so please check regularly for the latest db's if you are registered and paying users of the software.
Normal db updates are free of charge for 12 months. After this you will be requested to pay a nominal fee for further
updates. Major updates of the program will be offered to registered paying users at a discounted price however we will
maintain regular support for the "older" versions of the application without additional costs.

Should you wish to purchase the db's we will be willing to discuss this but in principal this would only apply for use
internally and not for re-distribution. Contact us to discuss this.

Please contact us for further questions, suggestions, amendments or corrections ..Shipanalysis.

Distance

By default and when activated SUDist opens in the distance table window.
The window interface is typically MS-Windows© oriented so that you can size and position it as per preference and it will
"stick" so that next time it will open in the last exit position and size. Input of a port is done in the field where the GO button is on
the right. Jumping between fields is done by placing the cursor in the field or by using "Tab" on the keyboard. The map is visible
by default and if you wish to hide it go to "View" on the menubar and click "Hide Map". If you wish to see the port that you have
selected just mark the port(s) in the upper/larger field(s). Both ports do NOT show up at the same time.

ALL 6000+ ports of the port database are available in the distance table BUT only the ports marked with a "!" are represented
with a value (distance) in the distance database. This means that if you want to read the distance by pressing the "READ" button
both ports MUST be marked with a "!". Please note though that there is NO guarantee that, even if both ports are marked, that
particular distance is available in the distance database. If the field for distance turns up "empty" try either;

1.
to split the distance by using larger well known ports or junctions. Example: Aalborg - Seria,
Enter Aalborg - Gibraltar and then "READ", then enter Gibraltar - Singapore and press the button "ADD" and finally enter
Singapore - Seria and then press "ADD". You will now see the following in the "DISTANCE" field;

1808k+6975s+669

Now if you want the total number of days for the voyage please press the up/down arrows in the "speed" field and then press
"CALCULATE" and you will get the total steaming days for the voyage Aalborg to Seria.

2.
or try using a PROXIMITY port. A PROXIMITY port is a port or ports which is located within a 2 degrees (by default) radius
from the port that you have selected. If you are an experienced user you can change the default radius in the sudist.ini
file. An example: You are looking for Arzew in Algeria. This port is not in the distance db so press proximity ports and you
will find Oran!. Just mark Oran! and press OK in the pop-up window and you can continue. The distance Arzew to where-ever will
be read as Oran to where-ever and the true distance will only be marginally different.

3.
Quick and Dirty solution. Just plot the port on the map by selecting it in the large upper field to see where the port is on
the map and estimate a major port nearby which you can use. To get a quick approximate distance this is perfectly OK especially
if the distance between the ports that you wish is far.

NEW NEW!!!!

As from September 2001 if the distance you are seeking is turning out empty you will be prompted by the system to calculate
the distance between the ports based on these ports geographical coordinates. This is of course useful when the ports are
separated by open seas but can not be used for ports separated by land as the distance is based on "as the crow flies".
The calculation formula is based on great circle navigation and is therefore highly reliable.

The diatnce calculator can also be activated via the Menu-line -->Distance --> Calculator and you could then input ANY
geographical coordinates and get a distance. This could be very useful if the applicatio is available onboard a ship and you know
where you are and wish to find the distance to a port or any other geographical point.

Same Port - Different names
A substantial amount of ports are known under different names. Gothenburg/Goteborg is one example.
There are a number of ways in which you can find the right one.

- Type only the first few letters of the ports name and you will get a list of ports displayed.
- Go to the PORT database and search. You will find alias names, locations etc. to guide you.
- Scroll the upper/larger window until you find your port.

Distance - values
Some values are shown as for example 8700s. Here's a list of the letters used in this distance
table and the explanation.

s = via Suez Canal
k = via Kiel Canal
p = via Panama Canal
m = via Straits of Magellan
c = Cape of Good Hope

Most other major "junctions" are represented in the database like:

Cap Finisterre
Lands End
Cape Horn
Gibraltar Strait
Cape Leeuwin

NEW JUNCTIONS POINTS! (jp)

Bishop Rock (jp)
Cape of Good Hope
Fastnet Rock (jp)
Grand Banks South (jp)
Ushant (jp)
Panama Canal
Pentland Firth (jp)
Straits of Florida (jp)
Torres Strait (jp)
Honshu (jp)
Selat Wetar (jp)
Sunda Strait (jp)
Lombok Strait (jp)
Wilson Promotory (jp)
Yucatan Channel (jp)
Inishtrahull (jp)
Tsugaru-Kaikyo (jp)
Punta Arenas (Magellan)


which you can use to create distances between ports NOT directly represented in the distance
database.

Last but not least. Experiment and find you own way of achieving what you want fast.
Only your own imagination stops you from finding the optimal individual way of using the
database to your advantage.

SCREEN-SHOT DISTANCE TABLE

Port

Press the TAB marked "PORT" and you will find more than 6000 ports world wide listed.
Hide or show the map as you wish. You can search for a port with any of the parameters defined on top by placing the cursor in
the relevant field or use the key-board to tab between search fields and enter an appropriate value and press "enter".
Simple and straight forward!!

If you wish to see the location on the map just click and highlight the port of you choice in the main window and the port will be plotted
automatically on the map. Do you wish to zoom the are to see a more detailed view of the ports location?? Go ahead
and click the spot or the vicinity of the spot and you will get a zoomed map. Again highlight the port or other ports
and you will see them on the map.

Port Info
This is a fantastic help for you. Highlight the port you are interested in by clicking on the row in the main top window.
Then press the button "PORT INFO". You will now get a small alert window displayed which tells you that you will
if you continue activate your browser and internet connection and you will be linked directly to detailed information about the port.

We have selected to link wherever possible directly to the port authorities but where this is not possible you are linked to
significant agents and their information about the port or as a last resort other available and good informative pages on the net.

NO more searching the whole net in order to find relevant information. Our links takes you directly and without any delay to the
information you need. We will regularly validate links and make updates and we also kindly request you to contribute by letting us
know if links are not working or you find links to ports which are not represented in our database.

Location
The parameters on top of the main window are sizeable so just place the cursor on the dividers and "drag" them to resize the field.
Under "LOCATION" you will find more information which will assist you in pin-pointing where the port is.
Gradually this information will be more comprehensive in future releases.

SCREEN-SHOT PORTS

Tank Terminals

Nowhere else in the world today will you be able to find such a comprehensive list of Tanker terminals with specific
information of location, restrictions etc.

You can search based on any of the parameters. If you select a terminal and press the "DETAILS" button you will find
information about the terminal such as;

Name of the terminal.
Type of terminal.
Operator of the terminal.
Restrictions at the terminal. Such as max dwt, max draft etc. etc.

SCREEN-SHOT 1 TERMINALS
SCREEN-SHOT 2 TERMINALS

Maps - Zooming

The main map can be zoomed. When you have highlighted the port irrespective of which db you are at the port or terminal
will be plotted. If you wish a more detailed view of the port or terminals location just click again on the main map in
the vicinity of the port and you will get a zoomed map of the area. Click the port again or chose another port and it will
appear on the zoomed view. To go back to the main map just click on the map again.

Other Features

Each database has its MENU bar with various functions available for use either by the mouse or with
key-board shortcuts, just open up and test.

Ship Utilities v1.0

If you open "File" in the menu you will find the item "Start SUV". This for those of you who has also purchased
our excellent small application Ship Utilities v1.0 providing you access to no less than 5 databases containing:

Dry cargo Stowage factor.
Specific Gravity for Liquid cargo.
Common Shipping Abbreviations and explanation.
Holidays world wide.
Crude Oil specifications with name, producing country, API etc.

If you wish to know more and purchase a copy just click ..Here..

Branded Versions

If you wish to purchase a copy or copies of the program with your own company logo on the splash
start-up screen and also in the upper-left corner (instead of the default "globe") plus your own text
next to the logo just send us a mail and we will let you know what we need in order to fix this for you.
Our charges for this are small and this could be an excellent "gift" to promote your company.

Contact us

In the menu bar under "Help" (you can't miss it) on the application you will find the item "About" and
off you go to the home of Shipanalysis, the owners of ShipUtilities v1.0, ShipUtilities Distance table v1.0
and the providers of some of the worlds most advanced forecasting techniques available to the shipping industry.

Network Version

There is presently NO specific Network version available but if you do need this for larger LAN's or WAN's
let us know by mail specifying the number of users, type of server and db-format you wish to use and we will
supply this provided that you pay for a minimum of 6 users.

Shareware

The contents of ShipUtilities Distance v.1.3 is subject to the rules of the Copyright Act. Unless otherwise
specifically agreed with Shipanalysis.com, any further reproduction or making available is only allowed
as far as it is permitted by the license, law or authorized through an agreement with the Norwegian
Reproduction Rights Organisation Kopinor, or similar organisations in other countries (http://www.ifrro.org).
The program has a coded copy protection and any attempts to tamper with this to make illegal copies can and
will be prosecuted.

Utilization in violence of law or agreement may carry liability for damages and may incur prosecution
resulting in fines or imprisonment.

License and Disclaimer of Warranties

SHIPANALYSIS MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING  WITHOUT  LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

SHIPANALYSIS DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR THE USE  OF THIS
SOFTWARE BEYOND THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS SOFTWARE.

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DAMAGES,  INCLUDING  ANY  LOST PROFITS,  LOST SAVINGS,  OR  OTHER
INCIDENTAL  OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE  OF, OR
INABILITY   TO   USE,   THIS   SOFTWARE AND   ITS   ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTATION,  EVEN  IF SHIPANALYSIS HAS  BEEN  ADVISED  OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Changes  to  the  files, other than the data base which is open to the users
and is described above, are  strictly prohibited!
It is also not allowed to disassemble or to patch  any part of the program or it's files.
Violations can and will be prosecuted.