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[FAQ] Safety Protocols To Address Electrical Equipment Mishaps

The Coast Guard has seen a number of instances where there was lack of knowledge regarding the installation, training, maintenance and inspection of these certified systems.

At this juncture, the USCG has issued a Safety Alert to emphasize the importance of properly installed and maintained listed or certified safe electrical equipment in hazardous areas in order to reduce the risk of fire or explosion onboard vessels.

Deficiencies related to electrical equipment

Electrical equipment in hazardous...

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What Is Antifouling Coating Ingredient Technology Developed By I-Tech?

Barnacles only attach when a ship is idle, says an article published in TANKER Operator.

Many vessels have been idle for considerable periods this spring, being used for oil storage, or delayed in transit. One study says 10 per cent barnacle cover can increase fuel consumption by 36 per cent.

Biofouling

Tankers sat at anchor operating as off-shore storage, predominantly in coastal regions with high biofouling potential, could now have significant barnacle fouling coverage on the hull compared to...

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[FAQ] Safe Use of ECIDS To Prevent Navigational Incidents

With more vessels using Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs) for primary or secondary navigation, there have been several significant navigational incidents over the last decade where one of the contributing factors has been ECDIS-related.

Let us have a look at it.

This information paper provides guidance to enhance policies and procedures regarding the safe use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).

Suggestions for use of ECDIS

Recommendations on Usage of ECDIS and...

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(FAQs) New Safe ECDIS Guidance by OCIMF

In a major development, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has launched its latest information paper, which provides guidance on how to improve policies and procedures concerning the safe use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), says an article published on their website.

What is it?

ECDIS has proven to be a very useful tool for the shipping industry, providing navigational charts and data needed for a safe navigation, while the voyage is planned easier...

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[FAQ] AIS Data Entry for Safe Navigation

The Inspections and Compliance Directorate issued Marine Safety Alert 04-20 to remind the maritime community that accurate AIS data entry and display is essential to safe navigation.

AIS data entry is essential to safe navigation

A recent collision on the Mississippi River serves as an important reminder that accurate AIS data entry and display is essential to safe navigation as one of the many important tools used in providing vessel operators with a clear picture of potential upcoming vessel...

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[FAQs] Loss Trends in Containershipping

Containershipping has its fair share of safety issues and loss. Each year certain kinds of losses issues come to the forefront and shipowners should take cognizance of that. Keeping that in mind Allianz Global has analyzed the 2020 loss trends and advises on how to stay safe from them.

Car Carriers & Ro-Ro Vessels

Issues with car carriers and ro-ro vessels remain among the biggest safety issues for the
shipping industry.

The number of total losses involving ro-ros has increased year-on-year, while...

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[FAQ] Stowage Checks To Minimize Collapsed Stow Threat

Collapsed Stow Threat is a huge cargo safety concern in containershipping. Keeping that in mind, the UK P&I Club has issued a detailed stowage checking guidelines in their cargo safety issue.

Let’s take a look at those now.

CONTROLS:

Cargo declaration procedures / carriage instructions

  • Is the cargo declaration presented to the ship in sufficient time for the cargo plan to be produced?
  • Will correct documentation be supplied to the ship in ample time for ship’s staff to understand all requirements?
  • I...

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[FAQ] Low Emissions Vessel (LEV) Notation

Last week on our FAQs article we highlighted the ENVIRO Notations that shippers have to follow in order to comply with environmental regulations. However, this isn’t the sole one, there are others in the fray. So, here we are giving you detailed information on Low Emission Vessel or LEV Notations as published by an ABS guideline.

Let’s take a look.

Scope of this notation

The optional notation LEV recognizes that the specified internal combustion engines installed on a vessel meet stricter gaseous...

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[FAQ] Enviro Protection Notations for Vessels

Environmental Notations for ships are extremely important to make shippers follow environmental regulations. Keeping that in mind, the ABS group has published an environment notation guidelines.

Let’s take a look at it.

ENVIRO and NOx Tier III Notations

Vessels designed, constructed, and operated in compliance with the foundational requirements of this Section may be assigned the class notation ENVIRO, Environmental Protection. Vessels in compliance with higher-level requirements may be assigned...

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[FAQ] Checkpoints To Tackle Physical Cargo Damage

Cargo damages are important issues that affect shipowners. Keeping that in mind the UK P&I Club has formulated a guideline to handle such cargo damage claims.

Let’s take a look at them.

CONTROLS:

Weather routeing

  • Does vessel participate in weather routeing service?
  • Does ship receive weather maps and messages?
  • Is master advised in ample time of any adverse weather?
  • Does ship take evasive action, ie alters course/reduces speed?
  • Are adequate records maintained?
  • Are sea protests made?

Adequate packing...

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