Major Scheme Updates You Need to Know The framework governing how machinery maintenance is planned, monitored, and surveyed aboard vessels is undergoing a significant overhaul. From new survey codes to streamlined documentation, the updates aim to modernise the process and reduce administrative burden on ship operators â here’s what you […]
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Maritime Safety Circular â Enclosed Space Entry & Human Factors A routine enclosed space inspection onboard a vessel resulted in a crew member suffering a head injury after confusion developed during exit procedures inside a void space. Despite proper permits and safety checks being completed, a missed radio communication and […]
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A Routine Move That Turned Critical What began as a routine transition from dry dock to a repair berth quickly escalated into a serious onboard emergency for a large motor yacht. Following maintenance, the vessel was moved without access to shore power, prompting the crew to start one of the […]
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TECHNICAL CIRCULAR Unusual Chemical Compounds in ISO 8217-Compliant Marine Fuels â Operational Considerations and Recommendations 1. Industry Observations Recent industry reports indicate a growing number of vessels receiving bunkered fuels that comply with standard ISO 8217 specifications, yet subsequently exhibit atypical chemical characteristics when subjected to advanced analytical testing. In […]
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