(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Assume a ship with only two valves (No.1 & No.2). Valve No.1 is the one that should be handled, the correct valve. Valve No.2 is the wrong valve and should be kept closed during cargo operations because, if handled, there will be a cargo contamination. Both valves are properly marked and labelled and…
(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) requirements of the EU regulation concerning ship recycling enters into effect on 31 December 2018 for EU-flagged newbuildings. For existing EU-flagged vessels and for non-EU-flagged vessels, the effective date is 31 December 2020. An Inventory of Hazardous Materials developed in accordance with the Regulation must be compiled taking into account…
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The London P&I Club has joined forces with London Offshore Consultants (LOC) to produce a guide to the proper management of ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) on board ships. The driving force behind the publication, ‘Is your ECDIS contributing to safe navigation or introducing risk?’ is the increasing number of negative findings…
(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Bribery is one of the world’s most destructive and challenging issues. With over US$ 1 trillion paid in bribes each year (source: OCDE), the consequences are catastrophic, reducing quality of life, increasing poverty and eroding public trust. Yet despite efforts on national and international levels to tackle bribery, it remains a significant issue, especially in the maritime/shipping…
(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The two long-standing companies E.R. Schiffahrt and Rickmers Shipmanagement have been consolidated under the umbrella of ZEABORN Shipping, thus combining two world-leading ship managers into one young and dynamic company that offers its clients a comprehensive cutting-edge product portfolio. The company is based in Hamburg and is bringing together Rickmers Shipmanagement, which was acquired…
(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Working on a vessel can be extremely high-risk. Seafarers are reportedly up to 27.8 times more likely to suffer work related fatal injuries compared to the general shore based workforce. A recent study has uncovered new insights into seafarers’ safety and wellbeing by examining the influence of organisational safety culture. The study, conducted by…
(http://www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The “Letter of regret” is a classic piece of dry humor that has been kicking around the maritime community for a long time. We could all use a little more humor in our lives. Consider this contribution from Dennis L. Bryant. Letter of regret Dear Sirs: It is with regret and haste that I write this…
