As part of its ‘Lessons Learnt‘ series, UK Club describes a case of bunker spill in extreme cold weather, highlighting that additional considerations should be taken when bunkering in such conditions.
Description of the incidentAt the time of the incident the subject vessel was alongside loading bulk cargo. At the same time heavy fuel oil was being loaded from a bunker barge. Weather conditions were good but it was very cold (-20° C) and there was thick ice and snow on deck.
Prior to bunkering,...
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