performance data

New ABS tool addresses cultural factors

ABS Group launched Cultural Cause Analysis (CCA), a next-gen root cause analysis methodology and risk management tool which maps process safety incidents aiming to eliminate cultural hazards.

The CCA took about 10 years to be developed, as ABS had to evaluate the data insights that identify the cultural factors that have played a crucial role to major incidents and figure the benchmark approach to more than a dozen culture assessment models.

Moreover, this methodology is based on 45 years of...

https://safety4sea.com/new-abs-tool-addresses-cultural-factors/

Inmarsat supports start-ups to advance digitalization in maritime

Inmarsat has collaborated with the start-up programmes, Rainmaking Trade and Transport Impact (T&TI) and Bluetech Accelerator, to support news businesses focused on the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data innovation in the maritime, ports and logistics supply chain.

The programmes will fund, support and mentor start-ups’ developing applications that aim to leverage the power of IoT and big data to improve safety, efficiency and sustainability. Inmarsat will work with these start-ups to find a...

https://safety4sea.com/inmarsat-supports-start-ups-to-advance-digitalization-in-maritime/

MAN introduces real-time data analysis digital platform

MAN Energy Solutions introduced its new digital platform. MAN CEON collects and evaluates operating and sensor data, and enables the real-time monitoring of marine or power-plant engines, turbines and compressors. It also integrates data and information from MAN machinery and its operational environment, and uses intelligent analysis tools for evaluation and forecasting.

Originally developed in 2016 to boost the company’s focus on delivering a new generation of digital services, MAN Energy...

https://safety4sea.com/man-introduces-real-time-data-analysis-digital-platform/

Port of Zeebrugge unveils digital tools ahead Brexit

Belgium’s Port of Zeebrugge unveiled two tools to allow a fluent flow of cargo to and from the UK, in view of the extra customs administrations which will be implemented after the Brexit deadline. The two tools are presented under the development of the RX/SeaPort data sharing platform, an initiative of the Zeebrugge port authority and APZI, the Association of Port of Zeebrugge interests. It is a platform which offers a digital connection between all links in the logistical chain.

According to...

https://safety4sea.com/port-of-zeebrugge-unveils-digital-tools-ahead-brexit/

Reliability and Transparency in Vessel Performance Monitoring

During the 2019 SMART4SEA Conference, Soren Vinther Hansen, COO, Vessel Performance Solutions (VPS), advised operators on how to structure a clear vessel performance management system, providing an overview of the systematic feedback loop needed for the different stakeholders involved in the performance management process.

The Shipping Industry is meeting ongoing changes these years. Now the 2020 Global Sulphur cap is on the agenda and shipowners are preparing for this. In the future, the focus...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-reliability-and-transparency-in-vessel-performance-monitoring/

StormGeo, DNV GL join forces on fleet performance management

Norway-based weather forecasting company StormGeo and classification society DNV GL announced the signing of an agreement to consolidate their fleet performance solutions under one banner. The consolidation is expected to create the largest vessel performance data set and developer team in shipping, providing analytics for a better operational decision making.

Namely, the agreement will combine DNV GL’s ECO Insight and Navigator Insight solutions with StormGeo’s FleetDSS and ship reporting...

https://safety4sea.com/stormgeo-dnv-gl-join-forces-on-fleet-performance-management/

PSC Focus: Paris MoU detentions during 2017

During 2017, Paris MoU conducted 17,920 PSC inspections which led to 685 detentions (detention rate 3.82%). 40,414 deficiencies were reported from which 3,680 led to a detention (9.11% of total).

Source: RISK4SEA

Top 10 detainable categories

  • Fire safety (522)
  • Safety of Navigation (500)
  • ISM (386)
  • Emergency systems (357)
  • Life saving appliances (270)
  • Structural conditions (206)
  • Ship certificates (203)
  • Water/ weathertight conditions (193)
  • Crew certificates (161)
  • Propulsion & Auciliary machinery (130)

https://safety4sea.com/psc-focus-paris-mou-detentions-during-2017/

Old ships vs new ships: Age matters

In general, tankers have a better PSC performance than bulk carriers but what about their age? Although it is usually common to compare vessels as per their vessel type, when considering ship performance other parameters, such as age, may result to interesting findings as well.

Bulk carries aged 15 years old. This could be attributed to the fact that PSCOs mainly focus on safety items/ conditions while new built vessels do not show excessive maintenance problems. Although tanker operators may...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-old-ships-vs-new-ships-age-matters/

PSC Focus: AMSA Performance

Australia region is the second most common trade destination in Tokyo MoU, following China, in which AMSA is responsible for conducting inspections. The detainable items are not only recorded in detailed inspections but also in typical/ initial inspections.

AMSA’s inspection system is based on risk priorities given by “Shipsys”; an assessment system which takes into consideration the background of each vessel with data received from a variety of sources.

Key factors during 2006-2016

  • Detention...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-psc-focus-amsa-performance/

PSC Focus: Tokyo MoU Performance

Tokyo MoU with almost 40,000 inspection per year forms the biggest regime of PSC worldwide. Large countries such as China, Australia and Japan are members of Tokyo MoU and contribute to safety inspections.

Key data during 2017

  • Total inspections: 41,113
  • Total deficiencies: 119, 716
  • Total detentions: 915
  • Inspections with deficiencies: 28,103
  • Total inspections with 5+ deficiencies: 8,594
  • Total detainable deficiencies: 2,488

Total detainable deficiencies during 2017

  • Life saving appliances –...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-psc-focus-tokyo-mou-performance/

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