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IBIA Alerts Shippers About Onboard Fuel Sampling

According to an article published in Safety4Sea, the IBIA has issued alerts on the upcoming 2020 sulphur cap regulation, reminding the shipping industry that it will be mandatory for vessels to have sampling point to be fitted or designated for the purpose of taking representative samples of the fuel oil being used onboard the ship.

What is it?

This was approved as an amendment to the regulation at the 74th session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 74).

The aim of this...

http://mfame.guru/ibia-alerts-shippers-about-onboard-fuel-sampling/

IBIA Annual Convention 2019 – Istanbul Turkey

IBIA Annual Convention 2019 – Istanbul Turkey

The IBIA Annual Convention 2019 is finally here!

In less than 3 weeks, IBIA’s biggest and most anticipated bunker conference will take place on 22th-24th October 2019, in Istanbul, Turkey.

The IBIA Annual Convention 2019 is almost sold out with well over 200 attendees so far including Ship Owners, Bunker Suppliers, Traders, Regulators, NGOs, Brokers, Lawyers, Surveyors and others.
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Read on to learn about the Sessions and our international speakers....

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/10/04/ibia-annual-convention-2019-istanbul-turkey/

Early Bird for the IBIA Annual Convention 2019

A reminder from IBIA: Early Bird for the IBIA Annual Convention 2019

Take advantage of our special early bird rate and join us at the IBIA Annual Convention 2019, on 22th-24th October 2019, in Istanbul, Turkey.

SAVE €200 when you buy an Early Bird Convention ticket.

Available until 30th of June 2019

REGISTER FOR YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKET(s) HERE

 The IBIA Annual Convention 2019, hosted by the Turkish Chamber of Shipping, is one of the most anticipated Bunker and Shipping events in the industry, with...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/06/05/early-bird-for-the-ibia-annual-convention-2019/

2020 sulphur cap guidelines now available

The 74th session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 74) concluded on Friday with a comprehensive set of guidelines for the consistent implementation of the 2020 sulphur cap.

Taking into account the 1 January 2020 global implementation of 0.50% sulphur limit for the fuel oil used on board and the 1 March 2020 carriage ban of non-compliant fuel, the Committee adopted the subject Guidelines.

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In addition, the FONAR is to include a...

https://safety4sea.com/2020-sulphur-cap-guidelines-now-available/

Bunkernet is excited for the successful 7th Bunkernet Bunker Conference in Limassol

a full house with Unni Einemo at the podium

Bunkernet is excited for the successful  7th Bunkernet Bunker Conference in Limassol

Bunkernet is excited to have welcomed more than 150 participants to the 7th Bunkernet Bunker Conference at Grand Resort Limassol on the 11th of April.

Partnered with the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA), Bunkernet shed light on the 2020 developments, through a series of discussions regarding the main challenges raised by the new sulphur cap legislation....

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/04/17/bunkernet-is-excited-for-the-successful-7th-bunkernet-bunker-conference-in-limassol/

Do you want to be part of 2020 Bunker historic changes, then take part on the IBIA Annual Convention 2019!

With the IBIA Annual Convention 2018, in Copenhagen rated as the #1 Convention of 2018 in the Global Shipping industry, by AllAboutShipping.co.uk,  the IBIA Annual Convention 2019 promises to be even better.

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) would like to see you at the IBIA Annual Convention 2019, on 22th-24th October 2019, at the Ciragan Palace Hotel, in Istanbul, Turkey.

The IBIA Annual Convention is one of the most anticipated Bunker and Shipping events, held annually in...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/04/03/do-you-want-to-be-part-of-2020-bunker-historic-changes-then-take-part-on-the-ibia-annual-convention-2019/

Technical Update – Handling VLSFO (0.5% Sulfur fuel) – First Advisory

TECHNICAL UPDATE: 2019/03/05
Handling VLSFO (0.5% Sulfur fuel) – First Advisory. More will follow

Viswa Lab has been testing numerous fuel blends called ‘Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oils’ (VLSFO) that are being introduced into the market to meet the IMO 2020 0.50% sulfur requirements. It is to be noted that these fuels are blends of several streams and the quality is dependent on various factors.

Ahead of this, various organizations (such as IMO, IBIA, MAN B&W) and suppliers (such as Exxon, BP, Shell)...

http://mfame.guru/technical-update-handling-vlsfo-0-5-sulfur-fuel-first-advisory/

IBIA: Obscurity remains regarding 2020 non-availability situations

As IBIA reports, a standard IMO format for reporting non-availability of compliant fuel oil has been developed, as well as guidance for how such reports should be investigated by authorities. However, there is no resolution yet about how to deal with any bunkers that are over the 0.50% sulphur limit, which remain on board a ship when the carriage ban takes effect.

Many member states emphasize that it must be debunkered at the first port of call, but IBIA claims that in reality this may not...

https://safety4sea.com/ibia-obscurity-remains-regarding-2020-non-availability-situations/

IBIA assists IMO’s sulphur testing and verification framework

IBIA has been participating, consulting and contributing to IMO’s meetings, concerning amendments to MARPOL Annex VI that will ensure consistent implementation of the global 0.50% sulphur cap, developed at the 6th meeting of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 6).

Mainly, IBIA provides information on issues around verifying compliance with sulphur limits, where it has been proactive in seeking sensible solutions to known and anticipated problems.

  • New definitions...

https://safety4sea.com/ibia-assists-imos-sulphur-testing-and-verification-framework/

IBIA: Further work needed to update IMO guidelines for scrubbers

According to IBIA, a full review of the 2015 Guidelines on Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS) needs more time, as only elements regarding malfunction of the EGCS system or a monitoring instrument have been sent for approval by the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 74) in May. MEPC 74 will also discuss about ways to address any potential environmental impact of scrubber discharges to water.

IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 6) asked for an extension...

https://safety4sea.com/ibia-further-work-needed-to-update-imo-guidelines-for-scrubbers/

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