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INVENTORY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (IHM) The “Inventory of Hazardous Materials” – formerly referred to at IMO and at LR as the Green Passport –is an inventory of materials present in a ship’s structure, systems and fitted equipment that may behazardous to human health and the environment. The IHM must be maintained throughout the life of…
COAL Properties and characteristics 1. Coals may emit methane, a flammable gas. A methane/air mixture containing between 5% and 16% methane constitutes an explosive atmosphere which can be ignited by sparks or naked flame, e.g., electrical or frictional sparks, a match or lighted cigarette. Methane is lighter than air and may, therefore, accumulate in the…
Sulphur – IMDG Code (IMO International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code) Class 4.1: Is a relatively cheap commodity, which is used in the manufacture of fertilizer. It is not only a byproduct of the petrochemical industry, but also found in its natural form. After processing, it is often shipped in prilled form. Substantial quantities of sulphur…
Millions of tonnes of substances (raw materials and products) are transported in bulk by sea across continents for the fertilizer industry. Some of the materials are classified as dangerous for transport. It describes various precautions to take to minimise safety and environmental risks. The fertilizer industry is a global and large tonnage industry, requiring shipments…
Entry into force 1 January 2025 Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC Code) -Amendment 07-23 Background: The IMO Resolution MSC.539(107) introduces amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code. These amendments include a combination of addition of new individual schedules and amendments to existing ones. Agreed new individual schedules:…
ECONOMICAL SPEED – SLOW STEAMING / SUPER SLOW STEAMING a) Full Speed The ship’s speed achievable at the Normal Continuous Rating (NCR) of the main engine which is normally 85% of Maximum Continuous Rating (MCR), 90% of thermal load with the exception of some vessels where the engine maker has determined NCR as 90% MCR….
Bulkheads Watertight Bulkheads Advantages of Watertight Bulkheads Number of watertight bulkheads — cargo ships Water-tight Bulkheads: General Spacing Water-tight Bulkheads Spacing: Bulk Carriers Water-tight Bulkheads Spacing: Passenger Ships Water-tight Bulkheads Spacing: Cargo Ships The applicable number and disposition of bulkheads are to be arranged to suit the requirements for subdivision, floodability and damage stability, and…
DEVIATION UNDER THE MARINE INSURANCE ACT & UNDER WHAT CIRCUMSTANCES MAY IT BE EXCUSED? A voyage policy generally defines the port of call for the vessel. If the vessel deviates without a lawful excuse, then the underwriters are discharged from their liability from the time of the deviation & it is immaterial that the ship…
FACTORS TO BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION BEFORE MAKING AN OFFER TO TOW ANOTHER VESSEL WHICH IS DISABLED BUT NOT IN DISTRESS? WHEN TOWAGE BECOMES SALVAGE? Prior offering to tow a disabled vessel the master should verify if he is permitted to do so by the charter party and/ or the b/l ‘s. In addition the…
VESSEL INSURANCE COVERAGE Company vessels are covered by several types of marine insurance policies, including Hull and Machinery – which cover the loss of or damage to the vessels’ Hull and Machinery, and Protection and Indemnity (P&I) – which covers the Owner’s legal liability for loses or damages allegedly sustained by third parties. There is…