BDN

Sampling Points on Ships for “In-use” Samples Mandatory

  • Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI requires all ships that do not have designated sampling points for taking so-called in-use samples to have them fitted
  • will enter into force on 1 April, 2022
  • adopted at the 75th session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee

For a ship constructed before 1 April 2022, in-use sampling point(s) must be fitted or designated not later than the first renewal survey as identified in regulation 5.1.2 of MARPOL Annex VI on or after 1 April 2023, according...

https://mfame.guru/sampling-points-on-ships-for-in-use-samples-mandatory/

IBIA Offers Advice on BDNs Compliance

  • IBIA reminds the bunker supply community about the importance of ensuring the bunker delivery note comply with MARPOL Annex VI.
  • It also requires the supplier to sign a declaration to confirm that the sulphur content is in accordance with MARPOL requirements.
  • IBIA has suggested a format to improve the clarity of the supplier’s BDN declaration, which can help avoid misinterpretation.

In a statement on its website IBIA has issued a reminder to bunker suppliers to ensure that BDNs comply with...

https://mfame.guru/ibia-offers-advice-on-bdns-compliance/

Shippers Concerned of BDN Errors in the COVID19 Pandemic

According to an Argus Media report, inaccurate bunker delivery notes (BDNs) will become problematic when Covid-19 restrictions ease and port state controls check fuel compliance more rigorously, said the bunker fuel trading firm Integr8 Fuels.

Fewer Compliance Control?

A BDN is the standard document required under the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Marpol Annex VI, which regulates sulphur emissions. They include information about the fuel supplier, buyer and the fuel’s specifications.

  • A...

https://mfame.guru/shippers-concerned-of-bdn-errors-in-the-covid19-pandemic/

Rise in Bunker Quality Issues Due To Contaminated Fuel

  • UK Club reported several bunker quality issues from the delivery of contaminated bunkers.
  • Fuel sampling procedures at the time of delivery were found inadequate and unreliable.
  • Continuous drip sampling throughout bunkering operations is used for commercial and MARPOL samples.
  • Sampling procedures under the bunker supply contract and samples are considered as representative.
  • Ship’s crew attend the barge to ensure that proper sampling procedures take place.
  • Sampling equipment must be checked for...

http://mfame.guru/rise-in-bunker-quality-issues-due-to-contaminated-fuel/