About the publisher
Who publishes this independent maritime reference and how its content is made.
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Publisher and purpose
Alykhan Virani at Simba Systems publishes Largest Ship in the World. The site explains the size, construction, operation and history of large vessels for curious readers. It is an independent educational reference, not a classification society, ship operator or navigation service.
What we produce
We combine source-linked vessel particulars with historical timelines, original explanatory diagrams and interactive comparisons. The engineering demonstrations use simplified, stated models. Photographs retain their individual credits and licenses. Fleet coverage is selective rather than an exhaustive world register.
How the site is funded
The publisher funds the site. Advertising is currently disabled. Advertising may support its operation after the required publisher account and consent configuration are completed; paid placements will be identified. No fee is required to read the reference.
Editorial responsibility
Automation and AI assistance help prepare data transformations, code, diagrams and draft explanations. Alykhan Virani is responsible for publication and corrections. Assistance does not establish that every fleet entry has been independently verified. Read the editorial standards and measurement methodology.