Before the invention of anchor chain ships used hemp rope, which often broke and put lives in danger.As the size of ships increased hemp rope anchor cables were not strong enough, and in hot ...

Blaine manufacturer Lister Chain & Forge could be impacted by a Department of Defense decision to buy ship anchor chains from an overseas supplier.

A 400-foot anchor chain is being used to cut sections, exposing the many Hyundai cars trapped inside the ship.

Before the invention of anchor chain ships used hemp rope, which often broke and put lives in danger.As the size of ships increased hemp rope anchor cables were not strong enough, and in hot ...