The main part of the ship is the hull.The lowermost part of the hull is called the bottom.The double bottom is usually used for storing water and fuel oil.The end of the vessel that enters the water is called the bow and the other end is the stern.
The right side of the ship is called the starboard side and the left side is called port side.The superstructure at the forward end is called forecastle.The topside structure is called the navigating bridge.The wheel-house and the chart-room are located on the navigating bridge.From here the ship is navigated.The radio-room is usually placed near the chart-room.Every ship has the ship’s machinery.The machinery is housed in the engine-room.