Planning and operational guidance for anchor ship There are a number of reasons why a vessel may wish to anchor, for example : the berth or cargo is not available. an amendment to the passage plan. the pilot is not available / boarding delayed. machinery breakdown. awaiting good weather / adverse weather. voyage orders not […]
Safe anchoring for cargo ships There are a number of reasons why a vessel may wish to anchor, for example : the berth or cargo is not available. an amendment to the passage plan. the pilot is not available / boarding delayed. machinery breakdown. awaiting good weather / adverse weather. voyage orders not available. Anchoring […]
Fuel oil handling safety guideline for cargo ships The Chief Engineer shall endeavor to prevent troubles caused by abnormal qualities, excess or shortage in volume, difference in specifications, and the like of FO, paying great attention to the following items. Discussion on Bunkering volume (in metric ton) and type of Fuel (IFO 180, 280,380,Bunker C,DO) […]
Cargo ships bunkering procedure Fuel oil used as a fuel in connection with the propulsion and auxiliary machinery of the ship. Following guideline should be taken into consideration prior acceptance or rejection of fuel oil by a cargo ship : Difference in viscosity : (a) If the deviation falls within the range allowed by the […]
Points for committing cargo quantities in tanker ships One of the most vital aspects of trading with tanker ships is loading and unloading of the cargo with utmost safety and efficiency, without polluting the marine environment. Safety of cargo operation implies and includes pre-planning of the cargo before the quantity is nominated and the fixture […]