Transport
The simple line that stops ships from overloading
HERE’S THE INTERESTING PART
To prevent greedy captains from overloading their vessels until they inevitably sink, a clever politician mandated painting a specific marking on the hull. If the water rises above that painted circle, the boat is illegally heavy and cannot sail. It is a hilariously simple, low-tech solution to prevent profound corporate stupidity on the open ocean.
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