SIP

2020 Insight Throws Light on New Mindset For Vessel Operations

  • Shippers are advised to be prepared to face the ‘known unknowns’ that include everything from fuel availability to compatibility.
  • IMO’s Ship Implementation Plan (SIP) compliance guidance is designed to ensure fuel and lubricant supply chains are planned up to and after the implementation date.
  • A vessel needs three things to operate safely and efficiently – fuels for propulsion, well-maintained engine hardware, and lubricant.
  • Shippers are finding smart ways to ensure vital supply chains are not...

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Making the Crew Members Ready for PSC Spot Sampling of Ships’ Fuel

The frequency of port state control sampling sulphur content in ship’s fuel oil is expected to increase significantly after 1 January 2020. The case studies, reported by Gard, show how proper on-board procedures and a well prepared and attentive crew can be crucial in avoiding unwarranted penalties.

PSC Spot Sampling

“Prepare crews for PSC spot sampling of ships’ fuel”. This may seem like pretty minor advice at a time when shipowners are in the midst of preparing their fleets and crews for...

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Top Ship Implementation Plan Items -IMO 2020

  • The 73rd session of the MEPC discussed the 2020 sulphur cap and decided on individual ship implementation plans.
  • By this circular, the IMO encourages flagged vessels to make their own plans.
  • Port authorities will take account of the  SIP which isn’t mandatory and absence of it wouldn’t lead to a PSC Deficiency.
  • SIPs should include bunker system modifications, fuel oil capacity, and segregation capability, risk management, procurement of compliant fuel etc.

The implementation of the 2020...

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