from what I've heard (I cannot remember where, but it's likely some discovery channel gumph about the "10 000 year wave") it's the best kept maritime secret that one large boat a month goes under...
... keeping in mind that these ships are most likely shipping containers, and that all things involved are likely covered by some insurance policy that has evolved over hundreds of years of industrial experience (where rogue waves need not be known or even measured to be a factor). I don't think it's too unreasonable to carry on regardless, however misguided. I've always found it strange though.... especially since I've always wanted to do the banana boat "cruise" thing!
... keeping in mind that these ships are most likely shipping containers, and that all things involved are likely covered by some insurance policy that has evolved over hundreds of years of industrial experience (where rogue waves need not be known or even measured to be a factor). I don't think it's too unreasonable to carry on regardless, however misguided. I've always found it strange though.... especially since I've always wanted to do the banana boat "cruise" thing!